Pomeranian Breed Information

Pomeranian Personality

The Pomeranian is pleasant, friendly, and somewhat excitable. An intelligent and alert breed. It can be inquisitive to the point that it may become annoying. This breed tends to be noisy. A dog with pride, style and tenacity that cannot be left out of a game. View our Pomeranian Puppies for sale.

Pomeranian Puppies

From 1 to 3 puppies in a litter after normal whelping. Color at birth often changes as puppies grow. They mature early in 1 to 1 2 years. Full coat may take 2 years to develop. Life expectancy is 9 to 11 years.

Comments about Pomeranian

Originally a much larger dog used for herding, this breed was first noticed in Pomerania—hence its name. It is considered a member of the Spitz family, a group of Northern sled dogs that includes the Samoyed, the Norwegian Elkhound, the Chow Chow, and other Arctic breeds. In England, through careful breeding, the Pumeranian was reduced in size from a huge 30-pound working breed to the diminutive 4- or 5- pound toy affectionately called the Pom. Recognized in America in 1900, the breed has since undergone further size reduction.

Pomeranian Potential Health Problems

Fairly healthy toy. Susceptible to tooth decay, tooth loss at early age, and gum disorders. May get tear stains under eyes or have inadequate tear production. Prone to skin hormonal disorders. Soft spot on skull may fail to close. Low blood sugar, epilepsy, progressive retinal atrophy, tracheal collapse, and congenital heart disease possible.

Care and Exercise for the Pomeranian 

Daily brushing is essential to maintain thick, bushy coat, particularly in summer when shedding. Avoid bathing because it destroys the coat; it is essential to blow-dry after bathing. Lightly sprinkle baby powder into the coat and dampen lightly with water from an atomizer while brushing. Requires weekly dental care to prevent mouth disorders. Wash eyes daily. Minimal exercise required. With patience, can be easily trained.

Recommendations for your Pomeranian 

This fine family companion thrives in a busy atmosphere. Despite its small stature, it is a capable watchdog. It adjusts well to climatic changes and new situations, and is an excellent apartment dog for people who do not like walking at night or in bad weather, as it can he paper-trained. The Pomeranian is happy in almost any situation, as long as it is pampered by its family.

Pomeranian Ideal Appearance

Small sled-dog look. Males and bitches, 3 to 7 pounds, ideally 4 to 5 pounds for show. Although standard does not specify height, males usually measure approximately 7” tall; bitches, about 6 ½”. Fox-like, wedge-shaped head with dark, almond-shaped eyes; small, erect ears; and definite stop. Frill of hair below neck on chest. Short back with level topline. High-set tail carried flat over back. Double coat: soft undercoat, and harsh outer coat in which hair stands out off body. Abundant feathering on backs of forelegs, on hindquarters, and on tail. Permissible colors: any solid color, with or without shading in same color or in sable or black; white and any solid; sable; or black and tan. Black nose, dark eyes, eye rims, and area around eyes.

Suited to Urban Life: HIGH
Good Watchdog: YES
Exercise Advisable: LOW
Grooming Care: HIGH
Size Group: TINY