Pomeranian Dog Breeds- Ultimate Extroverts
What do you need to know before you own a Pomeranian dog breed?
Origin of Pomeranian Dog Breeds
Pomeranians were first bred in Poland and Germany as a Spitz-type dog breed. They are known by many names such as Deutscher Spitz and Zwergspitz. More popularly, they are called Pompom, Pom, and tumbleweed. Pomeranian dog breeds were made popular by Queen Victoria and other royal owners in the 18th century. In the United States, they are ranked among the fifty most popular dog breeds to own.
Personality
Pomeranians are active, playful, and friendly dogs. They are intelligent, sociable, and eager to learn; this makes them easy to train. They are also very alert, as a result, they will bark and alert you for all suspicious activities. Pomeranians also have an independent nature. They use their intelligence to get into mischief often, especially if they are unsupervised or bored. Pomeranians can be stubborn, they require a firm but loving leader.
Care
Pomeranian dog breeds require daily brushing and frequent grooming. Regular dental check-ups and daily cleaning of the eyes and ears is necessary. Playing will take care of most of their exercise needs however daily walking is recommended. Pomeranians are known for excessive barking, they benefit from learning commands such as “sit, stop, and no.”
Potential health problems
Pomeranians can develop possible health problems such as heart disease, eye and ear infections, skin irritation, and dislocated kneecap or patella. They can also develop tooth decay and early teeth loss.
Weight and Height
Weight: 3 – 7 pounds (1.4 – 3.2 kg)
Height: 7 – 12 inches (17.8 – 30.5 cm)
Lifespan
The life expectancy of Pomeranians are about 12 to 16 years.
*Interesting Facts about Pomeranian Dog Breeds
- Originally bred from large working dogs.
- 2 of the surviving dogs from the Titanic were Pomeranians.
- In 2016, the world’s cutest dog “Boo” was a Pomeranian.
- Pomeranians come in 23 different color combinations. Some may change color as they grow.
- Teddy Roosevelt owned a Pomeranian named “Gem.”
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