THESE ARE NOT OUTSIDE DOGS!!!
POMERANIAN: ADDITIONAL INFO
Temperament: The Pomeranian is a lively breed that is very intelligent and loving toward their owners. The Pomeranian is active and responds well to training. With proper training it can help prevent anxiety when they are left alone.
Coat: The Pomeranian has an abundant textured coat with a highly plumed tail set high & flat. The top coat forms a ruff of hair on the neck & back, and they also have a fringe of feathery hair on the hindquarters.
Coat Colors: The Pom comes in the widest variety of colors of any dog breed, including white, black, brown, red, orange, cream, blue, sable, black and tan, brown and tan, spotted, brindle, plus combinations of those colors. The most common colors are orange, black or cream/white.
Coat Care: Since the Pomeranian has such a thick coat, grooming can be quite difficult. Grooming is recommended daily because of the thickness of the coat & the constant shedding. Without daily grooming the coat can knot and tangle easily, particularly when the undercoat is being shed, which happens twice a year.
Health: The
life expectancy is between 13 – 16 years. One of the more common health issues
with the Pomeranian is early tooth loss. Other health concerns are:
• Collapsed Trachea
• Patent Ductus Arteriosus
• Tear Duct Disorders
• Eye Problems
• Luxating Patella
Life Span: The Pomeranian has a life span of 12-16 years.
Size: Pomeranians are 7 to 12 inches tall and weigh 3 to 7 pounds. Some litters have puppies that can grow to be 12 to 14 pounds or more. These puppies can be an excellent choice for families with children..
History: The Pomeranian can be traced back to the Spitz Sled dog. This breed originated in Greenland and Lapland and were important to Europe through Pomerania. Over years this breed was bred down to the size we know today. This breed was recognized by the AKC in 1888 and grouped as Toy.
Safety – Knowledge is power____
- Pomeranians often are suspicious of strangers and can bark a lot.
- Pomeranians (like other breeds) may be difficult to house-train.
- High heat and humidity can cause your Pom to become overheated and possibly have heat stroke. When your Pom is outdoors, watch him carefully for signs of overheating and take him inside immediately. They definitely are housedogs and should not be kept outdoors.
- While Poms are good with children, they are not a good choice for very young or highly active children because of their small size. Never let your small children and your Pom play without supervision.
- Because they are so small, Poms can be perceived as prey by owls, eagles, hawks, coyotes, and other wild animals. Never leave them outside unattended, and be watchful if there are predatory birds in your location. If this is the case, stay close to your Pom to discourage birds from trying to carry them off!
- Because they are small and attractive, Poms are targets for dognappers, another reason why you shouldn't leave them outside unattended, even in a fenced yard.
- Although they are small, Poms don't seem to realize it and can have a "big dog" attitude. This can spell disaster if they decide to chase a bigger dog that they think is encroaching upon their territory, or if they jump from a high place. It's up to you to make sure that your little one doesn't harm himself due to not realizing his limitations.
- When your Pom gets old, they may develop bald spots in his beautiful coat.