Breed Info

Temperament

Curious & Friendly

  • Alert and smart
  • Curious and love to watch all the action
  • Attention seeking
  • Family friendly- they get along great with children and other animals
  • Can be mischievous without proper training and attention

Appearance

Fox-Like & Fuzzy

Build:

  • Small and fluffy
  • Rounded skull
  • Small erect ears set high on head
  • Almond shaped eyes
  • Straight muzzle
  • Always alert expression
  • Distinctive tail

Coat Color and Type:

  • Thick double coat
  • Soft and fluffy undercoat
  • Long, shiny straight outer coat
  • Ruff around the neck gives a lionish look
  • Red
  • Orange
  • White or cream
  • Blue
  • Brown
  • Black
  • Brindle
  • Parti-colored
  • Tan-pointed

Size:

  • 5-9lbs
  • 7-12 inches tall

Exercise

Medium Activity

  • Exercise and playtime is necessary
  • Exercise can be in the form of walks or playtime with toys or kids
  • Talented in agility and obedience training
  • Ideal toys are ones that challenge your Pomeranian's intellect

We Recommend:

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

Grooming:

  • Comb and brush a few times a peek with a wire slicker brush and metal comb
  • Regular bathing is not required
  • Brush teeth once a week
  • Trim nails as necessary

Training:

  • Intelligent and learn quickly
  • Short attention span- keep training fun and brief
  • Early training is recommended to curb their tendency to bark excessively
  • Pomeranians respond well to praise and treats