Pomeranian – Dog Breed Information And Cute Names

• Origin: Germany
  
• Size: Small
  
• Dog Breed Group: Toy Group
  
• Purebred: Yes
  
• Lifespan: 12-16 Years
  
• Height: 6-7 inches (15-18 cm)
  
• Weight: 3-7 pounds (1-3 kg)
  
• Coat Appearance: Fluffy, long, double-coated
  
• Coat Colors: Includes a wide range of colors such as black, white, cream, blue, sable, orange, red, and more
  
• Temperament: Playful, friendly, active, intelligent, sociable
  
• Good With Children: Better with older, considerate children
  
• Intelligence Level: High
  
• Good With Pets: Yes, but can be dominant with other dogs despite small size
  
• Hypoallergenic: No
  
• Grooming: High, requires regular brushing to prevent tangles and matting
  
• Barking: High, tends to bark a lot which makes them good watchdogs
  
• Suitable For Apartments: Yes, very suitable for apartment living
  
• Need For Exercise: Moderate; enjoys walks but does well with indoor play
  
• Easy To Train: Yes, but can be stubborn; positive reinforcement works best
  
• Good For First Time Owners: Yes, but potential owners should be prepared for grooming and barking management
  
• Health Issues: Dental issues due to small mouth, patellar luxation, tracheal collapse, hypoglycemia, alopecia
  
• Litter Size: 1-5 puppies
  
• Average Price: $1,000 to $3,000 USD

This clever and lively pet is quite an extrovert and if they are out on the street even for a minute, they will definitely attract attention.

They are mostly the “take-charge” type of breed but grow slightly timid when they see strangers or other animals. You may face frequent barking from your pet even for a milk-man crossing your house.

So, unless they are trained to recognize friends and foes, Pomeranian’s barking is quite a thing to handle. At first look, you may find it to be very energetic and sturdy but let me remind you that they are more delicate than other breeds and it would be best if you allow children to play with Pom only under adult supervision; rough handling can turn out to be harmful to the pet.

Possessiveness towards toys and extreme attention-seeking character is a common trait found in the Pomeranians. As mentioned earlier, they are quite aggressive towards strangers and can bark at everything & everyone; proper socializing can help get rid of this doubtful nature.

The maximum number of years that Pomeranian’s have been recorded to have lived is 16 years. Most of them have an average life span of 12 – 16 years but as a matter of fact; the healthiest pet gets to live longer.

Pomeranians are usually a healthy breed but they do suffer from some diseases that are common toy dog breeds. Here’s a list of health issues found in Pomeranians; ensure to screen your dog before bringing them home.

Hypothyroidism – If your pet has a puffy appearance along with a continuous sluggish behavior, then you must check for low thyroid issues.

Hypoglycaemia– Drop in Sugar levels can sometimes turn to be fatal in Pomeranians. In order to avoid extreme situations, ensure to keep your pet’s blood sugar levels under control.

Coat Loss Condition – Pomeranians shed quite a lot but if it exceeds the normal rate, then you need to take your pet for a medical test. Severe Hair Loss Syndrome is common in this dog breed and may result in balding if not taken care of.

Tracheal Collapse – If you notice a change in your pet’s voice, then you need to make sure that it is not due to any cartilage rupture in the trachea.

Patellar Luxation – It is mostly a genetic disorder that results in malformation of the pet’s leg bones. This is usually marked by lameness and extreme pain; hence, immediate medication is advisable in this condition.

Pomeranians are active and playful by nature; this character is reason enough that training them is not going to be an impossible task. Just take care of the basics,

• Teach them while they are still young.
• Use the treat technique to appreciate them whenever they complete a task.
• Let them know when they have done something wrong. Don’t appreciate their aggressive behavior.
• Teach them to sleep in their own beds, don’t practice them to sleep with you always.
• They should be trained to stay alone at home without throwing tantrums. But that doesn’t mean you lock them up alone for a whole long vacation.
• Obedience and Potty training must be the highest priority; teaching them new tricks can wait until they are 6 to 7 months old.
• Teach them to socialize with people as early as possible, because you will really want to work on his excessive barking if you are staying in a closed community or apartment.

• Pomeranians come in around 23 different color combinations.
• Pomeranians were primarily used to pull sleds and herd reindeer.
• 2 poms actually survived the Titanic tragedy.
• They rank 19^th when it comes to being the most popular dog in America.
• It is classified as a German Spitz.

In general, Pomeranians cost around $600 to $1500; the amount may vary based on the breeder. Some breeders take all the medical tests, vaccinate, and provide signed reports while selling off pups; such breeders demand high when compared to the ones who don’t produce any guarantee papers.

When buying Pomeranians, ensure to avoid buying from puppy mills. Breeders taking care of different types of dog species are more of a vendor than a pet enthusiast.

Also avoid pet stores, for that matter. Ensure the person you buy from has a membership in local kennel clubs and has a clean track record. The very best option would be to consult a local guide or a known vet for the list of reliable breeders in town.

While buying a Pomeranian, make sure you get his medical tests done beforehand. Have all vaccinations give prior to bringing the pet home.

Pomeranian can be mixed with various dog breeds. Breeders mixed various popular dogs with pomeranian dogs and the crossbreeds possess some excellent qualities from the parents.

Some of the popular pomeranian mix breeds are:

• Husky + Pomeranian –> Pomsky
• Chihuahua + Pomeranian –> Pomchi
• Maltese + Pomeranian –> Maltipom
• Poodle + Pomeranian –> Pomapoo
• Pug + Pomeranian –> Pom-A-Pug
• Yorkshire Terrier + Pomeranian –> Yoranian
• Boston Terrier + Pomeranian –> Pomston
• Dachshund + Pomeranian –> Dameranian
• Shih Tzu + Pomeranian –> Shiranian
• Beagle + Pomeranian –> Pomeagle