Pomeranian Puppies

The Pomeranian is a friendly, clever dog that's full of spunk. They love meeting new people and are seldom shy. Despite only weighing a few pounds, Pomeranians make great little watchdogs and will bark when they see anything out of the ordinary. Their barking could become excessive, though, so it's important to teach a Pom a "no barking" command at an early age. While they are lively and love to play, Pomeranians are just as happy to sit on their owner's lap and lounge around, as long as they get enough exercise.

Patellar luxation and entropion are two major concerns for Pomeranians. They can also develop cataracts as they age. Otherwise, they enjoy good health as long as they are taken to regular vet visits and are provided with the correct diet. Always be cognizant of their size and remember they are fragile.

The Pomeranian has a moderate energy level and only requires a short walk every day. They adapt well to apartment living but can quickly get bored, so make sure you spend some time playing with your Pom daily.

Your Pomeranian will require daily brushing with a wire brush to maintain its thick double coat. They will also need to visit a professional groomer to maintain their regal look. Brushing will also help control a Pomeranian’s heavy shedding. Clip their nails as needed.

Unfortunately, Pomeranians shed a heavy amount. Their thick coats require moderate shedding year-round. They are also not considered hypoallergenic and are not recommended for allergy sufferers.

Your Pomeranian will have a thick double coat that can be tough to manage. Their fur is soft, silky, and comes in a seemingly endless amount of possible colors. A Pomeranian can be white, red, black, brown, cream, or anything in between. You will fall in love with their adorable faces.

The smallest of the Spitz breeds, the Pomeranian has its origins in Pomerania, a region in Northern Europe along the coast of the Baltic Sea. It is believed that the Pomeranian was developed during the 1800s from attempts to breed larger Spitz breeds, like the Schipperke and American Eskimo, down in size. The original Pomeranians weighed as much as 30 pounds and were much larger than the Poms we know today. The English Kennel Club recognized the Pomeranian in 1870. Still, it wasn't until the late 1880s that the breed's popularity took off due to Queen Victoria bringing one back from a trip to Italy. Around the same time, the Pomeranian made its way to the United States and was first recognized by the American Kennel Club (AKC) in 1888. By the mid-1900s, the Pomeranian had become one of America's most popular dog breeds and remains quite popular today.