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Physical Appearence
Pomeranians are small, fluffy dogs with wedge-shaped heads and small ears. The shape of their head and muzzle, along with their ever-alert expression all contributes to the Pom's fox-like appearance. The skull is slightly rounded, the eyes are almond-shaped, dark in color, but bright. The eye rims and nose are either dark or match the coat color (called self-colored). The erect ears sit high atop the head. The coat is long, thick and coarse to the touch, with a ruff round the neck and chest. The tail is one of the most distinctive characteristics of the Pomeranian, as it is robustly feathered and fans forward over the back. Any solid color is allowed, but the most common are red, orange, white or cream, blue, brown or black. Sometimes the coat is brindle, parti-colored, or tan pointed.
9 Awesome Facts
JiffPom the Pom can skateboard and walk with his front and back legs and has 2 Guinness
World Records (2015)
Pomeranians weigh about five pounds but they have the personalities of something a lot larger. They are curious dogs, alert and interested in everything that is going on around them. Often, their favorite spot at home is perched on a windowsill where they can take in as much neighborhood action as they can, barking often to let you know that someone is walking by. They love to be the center of attention, and have been known to behave mischievously in order to garner the attention they crave. Poms are very well suited for active seniors who can devote all of their time and energy to their dog.
5]Pomeranian ancestors are from Iceland
8] 2 Pomeranians survived the Titanic one named Lady and one Unnamed
2]Pomeranians are one of the most colorful dog breeds American Kennel Club lists 23 accepted colors
1]the smallest ever dog is a Pomeranian owned by Paris Hilton that was purchased for $13,000 dollars she named him Mr.Amazing. Maybe because he was an amazing size of two-and-a-half inches and weighs less than two pounds!
6] Theodore Roosevelt owned a Pomeranian named Gem
Mr Amazing
The Pomeranian is named for the Pomerania region of Poland and Germany in Central Europe where it originated. The Pomeranian has a lifespan of 12-16 years of age in human years. The normal size and weight for an Adult is 20 cm and from 1.9-3.5 kg (3.30693-7.71618 pounds) An adult Pomeranian has a short undercoat of dense hairs and a long top coat of guard hairs. These 2 layers blend into each other.
Puppies will have a much different appearance than adults. Puppy coats are soft and short. As the Pom matures, there is a drastic change. The soft puppy coat falls out and is replaced by the 2 layered adult coat.
7]Poms have been in many movies like The X files and Dumb and Dumber
3] A Pomeranian watched Michelangelo paint the Sistine Chapel
9]Poms change color! Not like a chameleon of course, however a Pomeranian puppy rarely stays the same color when he or she becomes an adult.
4]The Pomeranian is one of the most popular dogs in the world.
Pomeranians can live happily in homes of all sizes. They are small enough to live in apartments or condos, but active enough to flourish in a large home. They should be walked daily to burn off energy, and this helps maintain temperament. They enjoy running, so some yard time every week will be welcome.
Poms need to keep their minds active. They are smart dogs and if left to their own devices will get into mischief, so to keep them happy many owners enroll their Pomeranians in agility training to keep both mind and body in tip top shape. Pomeranians are not recommended for families with small children. They are possessive of their toys and food and can snap or bite toddlers who do not understand how to respect a dog's boundaries. They demand a lot of attention and can become resentful of children who may take the focus away from them.
It can be easy to shelter a Pomeranian because of their tiny size, but sheltering your Pom is not a good idea. Over-sheltered Pomeranians can become very high strung. It is important to give your Pomeranian independence. Let him walk on a leash rather than tote him around in a bag and socialize him around people and other animals so that he knows how to greet and be greeted with proper manners.
Pomeranians bark at everything and everybody and it can be difficult to train this tendency out of them. Socialization and proper exercise can help, but the consensus among Pom owners is that this is a yappy dog and patience is required to own one.
Dry foods, such as the bagged products found in pet and grocery stores, contain many essential nutrients but also sometimes contain harmful byproducts and fillers. These fillers are of little nutritional value to your Pomeranian and will not help keep him full or provide him with energy. Eventually, a poor commercial food diet will cause your Pomeranian to have nutrient deficiencies, and he will resort to eating grass or even feces.
If you prefer to feed your Pomeranian a raw food diet, consider some of these Pomeranian favorites. Organ meats such as livers and kidneys, lean meats like chicken and fish, starches such as rice and pasta, and vegetables like baby carrots, potatoes, zucchini and spinach are just some of Pomeranians' favorite raw food choices.
Proteins should make up at least 40 percent of your Pomeranian's diet. Store raw-prepared meals in your refrigerator or in your freezer for extended keeping.
Growing Pomeranian puppies have high energy demands. One-and-a-quarter cups of food per day at 5 pounds or 2 cups of food per day at 6 pounds is appropriate. As adults, a quarter-cup to one-half cup of adult food per pound of weight is ample, but give less if your Pomeranian walks away from his food for more than five minutes. Pregnant and inactive Pomeranians have special diet concerns. Pregnant Pomeranians require puppy food for the added nutrition; inactive Pomeranians require reduced-fat diets.Pomeranians burn calories at a much faster rate than some other breeds due to their small size and high energy levels. To continue to provide them with much needed energy, divide your Pomeranian's food amount for the day into three or four servings; feed the growing Pomeranian these smaller servings for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Don't feed right before bed. As your Pomeranian stops growing at adulthood, so do his metabolic demands. His daily intake can remain the same but may be split in to two meals per day at breakfast and dinner.
Pomeranians are moderate shedders. Males shed their entire undercoat once per year and unspayed females shed their undercoats when they are in season, after delivering a litter and when under stress. Poms should be brushed at least twice per week to remove loose hair, prevent tangles and distribute the natural oils of the skin and hair, keeping the coat shiny and healthy. The Pomeranian can be trimmed around the feet, face, ears and rear for the sake of neatness. Baths are required as needed. For some dogs this may be weekly, others monthly or less, depending on the activity level of the individual.
Small dogs are prone to dental problems, especially later in life, so teeth should be brushed once per week at a minimum. Daily brushing is best to help prevent tooth loss later in life. Check the ears on a weekly basis for signs of irritation, infection or wax buildup. Cleanse with a veterinarian approved cleanser and a cotton ball – never stick a cotton swab in a dog's ear canal. Trim nails monthly. If they click on hard floor surfaces, they are too long.
The Pomeranian was not well known until about 1870, when The Kennel Club (England) first recognized the breed. In 1888, on a trip to France, Queen Victoria became enamored by a Pomeranian named Marco, and brought him back with her to England. As legend has it, Queen Victoria wanted her favorite dog, a Pom named Turi, to be with her when she died.
Turi was with Victoria when she died in 1901. Other enthusiasts of the breed include Marie Antoinette, Amadeus Mozart and Emile Zola.
The Pomeranian was shown in the Miscellaneous Class of the American Kennel Club as far back as 1888. They were accepted for full registration in 1900, as a member of the Toy Group. The American Pomeranian Club held its first specialty show in 1911. Today’s Pom excels not only in the conformation show ring, but also in obedience, agility and other performance disciplines.