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Pomeranian Champions
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Pronunciation:
pom-uh-rey-nee-uhn
Breed Description:
The Pomeranian breed of dog is a toy sized breed that should be delicately built with a compact body that is neither fragile or cumbersome. the breed should have a square build, which is the same length as it is height and they should be robust. The head of the Pomeranian should be wedge shaped and the top line of the dog should be level. The Ears should be small and erect and the tail should curl over the back, although a straight tail can be seen occasionally.
The coat of the Pomeranian should be a double coat that is thick and abundant. The undercoat should be short and dense and it should be soft in texture. The top coat should be medium in length and just as dense as the undercoat. There should be a rough texture to the hair and there should be a fringe on the chest and neck. In addition, the tail should be a plume that fans across the dog's back. The Pomeranian can be any color but the most common are blue and tan, brindle, chocolate and tan, cream, orange, black and tan, sable, solid black, brown, gray, red, white, gold, and blue.
Temperament:
The Pomeranian breed of dog is a sweet and gentle breed of dog that is known for being very loyal and affectionate with their family. This is a companion breed and they thrive when they can be with their owners. In fact, the Pomeranian can often suffer from separation anxiety when they are left alone for too long. Thankfully, the Pomeranian is very adaptable and can do well as a travel companion. They are usually very happy and while they enjoy pleasing their owner, their quick mind can often lead them into trouble. The breed does well with children, although their small size makes them better suited to homes with older children and they can often do very well with other dogs and pets.
Height:
The average height for a Pomeranian is between 7 to 12 inches.
Weight:
The average weight for a Pomeranian is between 3 to 7 pounds.
Health Problems:
The Pomeranian breed of dog is considered to be a healthy breed, however, they do have some health problems, especially when it comes to their teeth and their joints. Some health problems to be aware of with this breed are Cataracts, Patellar Luxation, Hypothyroidism, Von Willebrand's disease, Hip Dysplasia,Elbow Dysplasia, Gum Disease, Tooth Decay, Legg-Perthes Disease, Allergies,Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca, Epilepsy and Collapsed Trachea.
Living Conditions:
The Pomeranian breed of dog is versatile when it comes to living conditions and they can live in both apartments and homes with yards. They should not live outdoors and do best when they are inside with their family as a companion dog.
Exercise:
The Pomeranian breed of dog is an active breed that requires between 20 to 30 minutes of exercise each day. Generally, two good walks will meet their needs but it is also important to give them an opportunity for off leash exercise as well.
Life Expectancy:
14 to 16 years
Grooming:
The Pomeranian breed of dog has a luxurious coat but they are actually very easy to breed since they tend to be light shedders. Generally, brushing the coat should be done about twice a week and every other day when they are shedding. Some trimming may need to be done around the ears and anus to prevent matting but the rest of the upkeep is minimal. The Pomeranian only needs to be bathed about once a month and their ears should be cleaned on a weekly basis. Nails should be trimmed once or twice a month and special care should be given to the teeth since the Pomeranian can suffer from dental problems.
Origin:
The Pomeranian breed of dog is an older breed of dog that was developed in Pomerania, which is in Poland and Germany. It is unclear what breeds went into the development of this breed but it is believed that the Pomeranian is related to many of the Spitz breeds that were developed in that area. The breed was a popular breed for many nobility and by 1761, the Pomeranian was imported into England. At that time, Queen Victoria became a fan of the breed and because of this, the breed began to be bred down to make it a smaller breed. The Pomeranian was imported into the United States in the 1880's and quickly became a favorite companion breed. Comments
The standards for all the breeds accepted to the AKC are used here for breed information, and those not part of the AKC are resourced from FCI standard information, where it is written and coded into the club rules for those breeds.
