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Breed Overview
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Fluffy Pomeranians are happy and adaptable lap dogs.
Available pomeranian Puppies
Personality & Training
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- Cats
- Other Dogs
- Apartments
- Large Living Spaces
- Seniors
- First Time Pet Owners
- Watch Dog
- Cold Climates
What pomeranian Owners Say About Their pomeranians
- Zuko is the love of my life. He is the sweetest and most adorable thing in the world! He's is super smart and is taking wonderfully to training. He already knows to sit, come here, and down. Still working on house training but it's a slow process. I couldn't be happier with our relationship and bonding. He's the best!
- Luca is a source of joy, laughter and love in our family. He is a ball of energy and such a good boy.
- We are very thrilled at how well our beautiful young Pomeranian Remy fits in with our other two dogs. This is our first male dog, and we think he is going to rule the roost. We love him very much.
Physical Characteristics
Females: 8 - 14 in
Males: 8 - 14 in
Females: 3 - 7 lbs
Males: 3 - 7 lbs
Brush Weekly, Bathe as Needed
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About pomeranians
Tiny, bright-eyed, and spunky, the adorable Pomeranian is endlessly curious and more than happy to be the cutest thing in your world. One of the most popular breeds in the world, Pomeranians are surprisingly adaptable and perfectly suited for urban living.
They don't need much room to exercise and are more than content to live in a small apartment. This lap dog loves long walks, chasing leaves, and playing with other small dogs. Pomeranians are surprisingly athletic, agile, and intelligent. When not pining for their owner's attention, Pomeranians can be found trotting around the house on a special canine mission or performing as a top athlete on the agility course and in and winning best-in-show competitions.
pomeranian Health
The Pomeranian is a friendly and playful toy breed with an average life expectancy of 12-16 years. The Pom is a fairly sturdy and healthy breed but is still predisposed to a variety of health-related issues. It is important to know them and to monitor your dog for any physical or behavioral changes. Most vets will most likely recommend running basic health screenings to diagnose or even rule out potential health risks associated with this breed.
Health Concerns
• Patellar Luxation
• Entropion
• Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
• Collapsed Trachea
• Hypoglycemia (puppy)
• Hip Dysplasia
• Dental Disease
Minor Health Concerns
• Cryptorchidism (males)
• Epilepsy
• Cataracts
• Hypothyroidism
• Alopecia
• Tear Stains
Suggested Screenings
• Eye Exam
• Knee Exam
• Hip X-ray
• Cardiac Exam
Routine Care
• Neuter or Spay
• Regular Dental Exams
• Eye Care
• Controlled Exercise
pomeranian Care
Pomeranians have an iconically beautiful, albeit profuse double coat that needs lots and lots of brushing but is otherwise easy to care for.
Pomeranians are friendly, playful, lively, and respond well to training. They are extroverted and enjoy being the center of your attention, but they can show dominant behavior and stubbornness if not trained and socialized.
Poms can show aggression when confronted by strange dogs and humans. Poms are alert and highly sensitive to changes in their environment. This causes them to bark a lot. Poms can also be a challenge to housetrain. Like most small breeds, however, with patience, consistency and lots of loving care and attention, your Pomeranian will quickly become your cutest friend and most loyal companion.
Pomeranians are sensitive to heat, especially heat stroke, which can be fatal for dogs. It's important to keep an eye on your puppy's heat level and to find a cool, air-conditioned room when you notice lethargy, drooling, and excessive panting. Also, be sure your Pom always has access to plenty of cool water.