Pomeranian Puppy
We elaborate about Pomeranian puppy, breed with Pomeranian puppy temperament, training, appearance, weight, life spam and much more information about this breed.
Other names: Pom, Dwarf Spitz
Appearance
The Pomeranian is the smallest of the five sizes of German Spitz. This tiny, hairy dog has bright, dark almond-shaped eyes, a distinctive furry tail that is admired for being held forward over the back.
Pomeranian Puppy Weight
3-7 lbs.
Pomeranian Puppy Size
7 to 12 inches tall
Average life span
11-15 years.
Pomeranian Puppy Temperament
The Pomeranian is an active breed of dog, known for having a large personality within a small body. They are small, lively and energetic dogs that are very loyal to their families. They will accept other animals in the home but will not hesitate to attack strangers no matter their size. They can be excellent watchdogs as they warn when faced with a stranger. They are good with older children but not suitable for a family with young children as they can be seriously injured (even children with the best intentions could easily fall on top of this little dog).
Pomeranian Puppy Training
They are intelligent dogs and quick to learn the tricks of obedience, however, they are difficult to train.
Pomeranian Puppy Cleanliness
Its coat goes through many changes before it becomes an adult dog and grows. In about three months a puppy loses its soft fluff, the adult coat begins to appear from one year of age but requires months of growth before it is fully mature. It requires daily grooming and, occasionally, the hairs around the legs need to be trimmed. An unattended coat, in addition to becoming matted, can harbor parasites, skin diseases and fungi.
Pomeranian Puppy Exercise
The requirements are minimal, he gets enough exercise running and playing around the house and garden. The breed is very curious and needs a lot of mental stimulation to prevent behavior problems and destructive actions.
Pomeranian Puppy Health. Tooth and gum problems
Owners must keep their dog’s teeth clean, as dental problems can cause many other health problems such as: kidney failure, heart problems, eyes, and nasal cavity infections. Good dental care also helps reduce unpleasant breath. An annual dental cleaning by a veterinarian and regular brushing is highly recommended.
Pomeranian Puppy Patellar Luxation
Slipping in the knee joints (also known as a dislocated patella or spilled fluid) is a common problem in small breeds. In this condition, the kneecap slides out of its groove and moves against the thigh bone (femur) rather than in its natural groove. Although it is a hereditary condition, small and active breeds tend to develop it as a result of their natural activities (jumping from one place to another around objects such as furniture and others).
Pomeranian Puppy Entropion
It is a problem in the eyelid that makes it turn inward. Eyelashes appear on the edge of the eyelid which irritates the surface of the eyeball and can lead to more serious problems.
Hypothyroidism
It is an endocrine disease that results in the abnormally low production of thyroid hormones. Symptoms include lethargy, mental depression, weight gain and a tendency to seek warm places, it can affect coat and skin, causing hair loss and excessive dandruff.
Hypoglycemia
(low blood sugar). This problem can occur at any age, although a small part of young puppies have a greater potential for the development of hypoglycemia. Symptoms: Lethargy, lack of coordination (stumbling, falling, staggering), followed by coma and death if left untreated.
Pomeranian Puppy History
The Pomeranian is believed to be descended from the sled dogs of Iceland and Lapland. The breed is the smallest of the group of dogs known as “Spitz.” Spitz Dogs were very popular in Germany as early as 1500, where they were used to herd cattle. At that time they were much larger than they are today.
The first to officially import the Pomeranian dog breed into England was Queen Charlotte, wife of George III. The two dogs imported by Charlotte in 1767 and their portraits painted by Thomas Gainsborough, brought national attention to the breed in England. Queen Charlotte obtained her dogs from the area around Pomerania, it was there that they were bred for their size. The dogs were called Pomeranians in Britain, even though no German breed has been known by that name. To this day, the Pomeranian counterpart in Germany is still called the Zwergspitz (Dwarf Spitz). The popularity took until Queen Victoria became interested in the breed and began to show it off. In fact it is believed that she was a great influence on the size of this.
