| The Pomeranian is a lap dog that is full of life and | | | | Her toenails may need to be examined for |
| vigor. They make great companion dogs as they | | | | growth and clipped regularly. The toenails of the |
| prefer the company of humans. They are active | | | | rear feet grow slower than the toenails of the |
| indoors so an apartment will satisfy their exercise | | | | front feet. |
| needs. They are generally good with other pets | | | | *Life Span. The Pomeranian can live up to 15 |
| and dogs and like older children. Younger children | | | | years with proper nutrition, medical care and |
| may make them nervous. As a reminder, never | | | | excellent living conditions. |
| leave a child unsupervised with a puppy or dog. | | | | *History. The Pomeranian comes from Germany |
| *Approximate Adult Size. The approximate adult | | | | where they were bred as small companions. They |
| size (two years old or older) of the Pomeranian is | | | | were first registered by the American Kennel |
| 7 to 12 inches to the withers (highest point of the | | | | Association in 1887. |
| shoulder) and 3 to 7 pounds | | | | Some Registries: |
| *Special Health Considerations. Most dog breeds | | | | *American Pomeranian Club |
| have certain inherited health problems associated | | | | *UKC United Kennel Club |
| with that specific breed and the Pomeranian is no | | | | *NKC National Kennel Club |
| exception. Be on the look out for skin problems, | | | | *CKC Continental Kennel Club |
| hot spots, gum disease, low blood sugar, eye | | | | *APRI Americas Pet Registry Inc. |
| infections and heart problems. This disease list is | | | | *AKC American Kennel Club |
| an informative guideline only. Other diseases may | | | | *FCI Federation Cynologique Internationale |
| also be significant threats, please contact your | | | | *NZKC New Zealand Kennel Club |
| veterinarian for a complete list. | | | | *KCGB = Kennel Club of Great Britain |
| She should visit the veterinarian several times in | | | | *ANKC = Australian National Kennel Club |
| the first year for shots, boosters and check up. | | | | *ACR = American Canine Registry |
| Then, as an adult, she should visit the veterinarian | | | | Litter Size: 1 to 3 Pomeranian puppies |
| yearly for shots and check up. As she gets older, | | | | Category: Toy |
| six years and on, she should visit the veterinarian | | | | Terms To Describe: Intelligent, spirited, extrovert, |
| twice a year for check ups and shots. | | | | compact, active, animated, playful, affectionate, |
| Remember; avoid feeding your dog sweets. | | | | proud, happy, m |
| *Grooming. The Pomeranian has a double coat, | | | | *SPECIAL GOOD POINTS |
| the outer coat is straight and long, the inner coat | | | | Very good watch dog. |
| is dense and soft. She should be brushed | | | | Makes a great companion dog. |
| frequently. Brushing will help her maintain a clean | | | | *SPECIAL BAD POINTS |
| and healthy coat, avoid mats, help you keep a | | | | Very poor guard dog. |
| closer eye on her health and strengthen your | | | | Can be a picky eater. |
| emotional bond with her. | | | | Can be noisy. |
| Her teeth should be brushed at least twice a | | | | Heat can be hard on them. |
| week with toothpaste and toothbrush designed | | | | *Other Names Known By: Dwarf Spitz |
| for dogs. Brushing removes the accumulation of | | | | *Every dog is an individual so not everything in |
| plaque and tartar which can cause cavities (rarely) | | | | this information may be correct for your dog. |
| and periodontal disease. Dog periodontal disease | | | | This information is meant as a good faith guideline |
| can lead to pain, loss of teeth, bad breath and | | | | only. |
| other serious disease. | | | | |