Pomeranian History
Pomeranian history goes well back beyond the 1800's, but these dogs didn't really become popular until the late 1800's.
The Pom is a compact dog with a soft undercoat and harsh long outer coat. He has a plumed tail that is upright with the end laying flat along the back. His demeanor is alert and curious. With his fox like appearance, the Pom has a short muzzle with rounded skull, small ears and almond shaped bright eyes. The Breed standard allows all colors. The AKC standard size for a Pom is 3 to 7 pounds.
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 Pomeranians 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!
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Buying A Pomeranian
Buying a Pomeranian for a pet is a big step. First off, you want to make sure that you are ready for dog ownership. Are you willing to commit to the time and expense of having a dog? Will you be able to take him for obedience training or train at home? Have you researched dogs and found that the Pomeranian is the perfect pet for your family situation? Is everyone in the family in on the decision?
Pomeranian Adoption
Find out where you can go to adopt a Pomeranian. What to look for in a breeder and the special needs of the breed. Once you get your Pomeranian home, are you willing to spend the time it takes to care for him properly?
Pomeranian FAQ
Everything you wanted to know about the Pom but were afraid to ask. Where they come from, the special grooming needs, the breed standard and problems associated with the breed.
Pomeranian Grooming And Training
Pomeranian grooming and training are a vital part of dog ownership. These beautiful little dogs have fluffy fur and smiling faces. They are very smart and eager to please their owners. They make wonderful companions and can even be good watch dogs, but you must train them with a firm hand so that they know that you are the boss.
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