Breed Info

Temperament

Happy & Outgoing

  • Happy little dogs
  • Devoted to their family
  • Affectionate
  • Laid back
  • Quick to welcome new people

Appearance

Soft & Attractive

Build:

  • Long or narrow muzzle, depending on specific genes
  • Upright or floppy and soft ears
  • Bright and alert eyes
  • Well-proportioned body
  • Short legs and small paws
  • Tail carried high

Coat Type and Color:

  • Considered hypoallergenic
  • Short to medium hair
  • Texture is in between straight and wavy
  • Black
  • White
  • Silver
  • Fawn

Size:

  • 5-15lbs
  • 8-10 inches tall

Exercise

Medium Activity

  • Moderately energetic
  • Pomapoos benefit from daily walks
  • Adaptable to any size space
  • Playful, and love playing fetch and tug
  • Play well with children
  • Love being in water

We Recommend:

  • 40 minutes of daily activity
  • 6 miles of walking per week

The Pomapoo is a fairly new breed, but its parent breeds are well-documented.

The History of the Pomeranian

  • Originated in Pomerania
  • Originally larger in size
  • Companions of distinguished people like Mozart, Isaac Newton, Michelangelo and Martin Luther
  • A favorite breed of Queen Victoria
  • Registered by the American Kennel Club in 1888

The History of Poodles

  • Can be traced to Roman & Egyptian times
  • The French used the variety of poodle sizes for duck hunting, sniffing out truffles and small companions
  • Used in circuses because of how quickly they learned tricks
  • Was the most popular breed in America from the 1950's to the 90's

Grooming:

  • Brush every other day
  • Not heavy shedders
  • Trim needed every three months
  • Wipe weepy eyes daily
  • Bathe only as needed
  • Brush teeth and clip nails regularly

Training:

  • Quick learners
  • Respond well to treats and positive reinforcement
  • Pomapoos thrive with a strong leader
  • These pups need boundaries, patience and reinforcement
  • Lack of training and mental stimulation will cause undesirable behaviors