Pomeranian DogsThe Pomeranian is a tiny ball of fluff - sweet and loving and eager to please!
Like most small dogs, the Pomeranian does have some specail care needs and requires firm training and discipline. Proper grooming should take about an hour a day with more time once a week spent on bathing and clipping nails. If cared for properly, your Pom can live upwards of 15 years.
Pomeranian Care and Grooming Pom’s have a double coat that requires daily care as it can easily get matted. The soft undercoat is light and fluffy and very thick. The longer top coat is sleek like long hair. Daily brushing is required to keep the fur free from matting and looking it's best. Weekly baths should be given as well as proper grooming around the feet and under the tail. Like most small dogs, Pomeranian dogs can have a buildup of discharge from their eyes that can cause a lumpy mess. This buildup can stain the fur and, although my Pom’s never said anything, I’m sure it must be uncomfortable. To avoid this mess, simply clean the eye area each day with a Q-tip. Be sure not to get too close to the eye as you don’t want to accidentally poke your pet in the eye! Good dental care is vital for your Pomeranian. These dogs are prone to tooth loss and excess bacteria in the mouth which can be harmful to your dogs health. The best way to fight this is to get an enzymatic toothpaste that will help fight bacteria and brush your dogs teeth every day. Get a dental check up once a year and a scaling if your vet recommends it.
The Pomeranian Dogs History The Pomeranians we know today weigh in at around 5 pounds, but they once weighed around 35 pounds and were at home in the arctic circle! These vivacious lap dogs get their name from the province “Pomerania” which was located where Eastern Germany is now. Originally brought to England in the 1700’s, by Prince George III’s new bride, this larger version of the toy dog would not become popular until the late 1800’s when Queen Victoria who brought home a 12 pound Pom from Italy. It didn’t take long for Pomeranian dogs to become a favorite lap dog and breeders worked at making the breed even smaller until they reached an average of 5 pounds as the dog is today.Pomeranians have long and illustrious history. Michelangelo had a pet Pom that used to sit on a silk pillow and watch as he painted the Sistine chapel. The great church leader Martin Luther favored these toy dogs and mentioned them often in his work. Even Mozart had a pet Pom that he dedicated an aria to!
Of InterestLearn more about the Pomeranian at the American Kennel Club or the American Pomeranian Club. Pomeranians come in many colors such as black, white, blue, orange, sable and many mixes. There are also many pom mix dogs such as a Yorkie Pom mix, Poodle and Pom mix, Chihuahua and Pom mix, Pekingese and Maltese. You can buy Poms from breeders in many states such as Texas, Florida, Georgia and California. Or you can get one from a Rescue organization. These can also be found in many states including California Florida, Georgia and Texas. |
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