The Pomeranian is a small toy dog breed named for the Pomerania region in Germany and Poland. They typically weigh between 1.36-3.17 kg and stand 8-14 inches tall. Pomeranians have a thick, double coat that comes in many colors and requires daily grooming. They are typically friendly, playful, and alert dogs but can be aggressive with other animals or excessively bark. Pomeranians need early socialization and training to prevent dominance or barking issues. Their life expectancy is 12-16 years.

1. 1. Pomeranian
The Pomeranian (often known as a Pom) is a breed of dog of the Spitz type that is named for the
Pomerania region in north-west Poland and north-east Germany in Central Europe. Classed as a
toy dog breed because of its small size, the Pomeranian is descended from larger Spitz-type
dogs, specifically the German Spitz. It has been determined by the
FédérationCynologiqueInternationale to be part of the German Spitz breed; and in many
countries, they are known as the Zwergspitz ("Dwarf-Spitz").
Description

2.  Pomeranians are small dogs weighing 1.36–3.17 kilograms (3.0–7.0 lb) and standing 8–
14 inches (20–36 cm) high at the withers.
 They are compact but sturdy dogs with an abundant textured coat with a highly plumed
tail set high and flat.
 The top coat forms a ruff of fur on the neck, which Poms are well known for, and they
also have a fringe of feathery hair on the hindquarters.
 In modern times, the Pomeranian comes in the widest variety of colors of any dog breed,
including white, black, brown, red, orange, cream, blue, sable, black and tan, brown and
tan, spotted, brindle, and parti, plus combinations of those colors.
 The most common colors are orange, black, or cream/white
 Combinations such as brindle merle or liver merle are not accepted in the breed standard.
 In addition, the eye, nose and paw pad are marshmallow color, changing parts of the eye
to blue and the color on the nose and paw pads to become mottled pink and black.
 Pomeranians have a thick, double coat.
 While grooming is not difficult, breeders recommend that it be done daily to maintain the
quality of the coat and because of its thickness and the constant shedding, with trimming
every 1–2 months.
 The outer coat is long, straight, and harsh in texture while the undercoat is soft, thick and
short.
 The coat knots and tangles easily, particularly when the undercoat is being shed, which
happens twice a year.
Temperament and Needs
 Pomeranians are typically friendly, lively and playful.
 They can be aggressive with other dogs and humans to try to prove themselves.
 Pomeranians are alert and aware of changes in their environment, and barking at new
stimuli can develop into a habit of barking excessively in any situation.
 They are somewhat defensive of their territory and thus may bark when they hear outside
noises.

3.  Pomeranians are intelligent, respond well to training, and can be very successful in
getting what they want from their owners.
 They are extroverted and enjoy being the center of attention, but they can become
dominant, wilful and stubborn if not well trained and socialized.
 The use of toys can be an effective tool in training Pomeranians to spend time alone.
Life Span
 The life expectancy of a Pomeranian is 12 to 16 years.