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The Pomeranian (often known as a Pom/Pom Pom) is a breed of dog of the Spitz type, named for the Pomerania region in Central Europe (which today is part of modern eastern Germany and northern Poland) and classed as a toy dog breed because of its small size. As determined by the Fédération Cynologique Internationale the Pomeranian is part of the German Spitz breed, and in many countries, they are known as the Zwergspitz (`Dwarf` Spitz), or Toy German Spitz.
Appearance
Pomeranians are small dogs. The Pomeranian has soft and fluffy fur. Their thick, fluffy tails fan over their backs. When born, the tails of Pomeranian are straight or slightly curved. It usually takes a Pomeranian's tail 1-3 months to curve over its back. Their teeth come to a scissor bite and they have almond shaped eyes. A Pomeranian's fur can be many different colors including white,tan, black, brown, orange, sable, wolf, or white with colored markings.
Health
Healthy Poms often live 12 to 19 years. Common problems in Pomeranians are Legg-Calvé-Perthes syndrome and hip dysplasia can occur, but are rare in this small breed. Patent ductus arteriosus (a congenital heart defect) and collapsing trachea have become serious problems in Poms.
Dry eye, tear duct disorders can appear in young females and often lead to blindness. Skin diseases are quite common, especially allergies (that often lead to acute moist dermatitis or "hot spots") and follicular dysplasia (also known as alopecia X). Other problems that occur regularly include hypothyroidism, epilepsy, and hypoglycemia. Occasionally, hydrocephalus can occur in Pom puppies as well as luxating patella (slipping kneecap). In addition to this, Poms may also suffer from Progressive Retinal Atrophy PRA, a degenerative disease of the eye and Cataracts,[1] a clouding of the lens. These can both result in impaired vision. Poms, like many toy breeds, are prone to bad teeth and harmless episodes of reverse sneezing. Also, it is important that Poms are trained not to mingle around peoples feet. Because of their loyal tendencies, they will follow from room to room, easily getting stepped on. Their delicate bodies will injure easily this way.
Behavior
Pomeranians are typically very friendly, playful and active. The breed is very protective of their owners and love to be around them. They are very intelligent and are easily trained. They rank 23rd in Stanley Coren's The Intelligence of Dogs, being of excellent working/obedience intelligence. Pomeranians socialize well with other dogs, animals, and people. Pomeranians are extroverted and can develop the habit of barking excessively only if the behavior is rewarded (i.e. allowed to beg for food). Because of their long double-coat, they tend to seek out cooler environments and it is not uncommon to find them lying down on a cold floor or hard surface. Many people believe the Pomeranian to be a lap dog. They are extremely loyal and will sit or lie content at an owner's feet, but normally prefer not to be overhandled. Pomeranians should not be allowed to run free and should always be kept on a leash or enclosed in some kind of yard or inside. They tend to usually be good with kids from the age of 3+ if raised with them from the start. Because of their size, they do well in condominiums and apartments, but they are able to adapt to most any situation or environment.
Popularity
In the 1890's the Pomeranian "sports" breed began to be showed of in the ring and were about 10 pounds. Since then the size of the Pomeranian has decreased to 3-4 pounds. The Pomeranian has been among the most popular of dog breeds, consistently in the top 15 of registered AKC dog breeds over the last 10 years. It came in at #13 in the most recently released 2008 rankings having attained the same ranking in 2007 and 2003. In a way, the Pomeranian is becoming an "accessory" or a "prop" to many people, notably women and especially celebrities. The breed also shows up regularly on television shows and commercials. The dog's diminutive size, ease of care in regards to manage due to its stature and good overall demeanor makes for a very likeable dog. A good Pomeranian, because of the dog's aforementioned traits, makes for a popular pet and is also a prize by many an owner.
Notable owners
• Michelangelo is often mistakenly said to have kept a Pomeranian for company while painting the Sistine Chapel when, it actually was the Italian Pomeranian known as the Volpino Italiano.
• Sir Isaac Newton had a Pomeranian who once upset a candle on his important papers, which contained more than 20 years of research.
• Nicole Richie a socialite own a Pomeranian named Foxy Cleopatra.
• Queen Victoria is said to have made them stylish throughout Europe.
• Fran Drescher continued to show off her pooch on her sitcom The Nanny.
• Sandra Bennet is the owner of Mr. Muggles on the TV show Heroes.
• London Tipton has a fictional Pomeranian named "Ivana Tipton" on the TV show The Suite Life of Zack and Cody
• Ai Kago a former member of Morning Musume and W (Double You) has a black toy Pomeranian named, Downy.
• Hwangbo, a Korean singer and former member of music group Chakra, has a white Pomeranian named Jins.
• Charlie Miller,a Dude has a White Pomerenian named Roxy.
• Dana Scully, of the main characters of the TV-series X-files, owns a Pomeranian called Queequeg (named after a character from Moby Dick). * Lucas Cruikshank, he is the actor of the popular Youtube series Fred. His two Poms play the role as the Neighborhood Squirrels, in which they play as because of their squirrel-like appearance.
Appearance
Pomeranians are small dogs. The Pomeranian has soft and fluffy fur. Their thick, fluffy tails fan over their backs. When born, the tails of Pomeranian are straight or slightly curved. It usually takes a Pomeranian's tail 1-3 months to curve over its back. Their teeth come to a scissor bite and they have almond shaped eyes. A Pomeranian's fur can be many different colors including white,tan, black, brown, orange, sable, wolf, or white with colored markings.
Health
Healthy Poms often live 12 to 19 years. Common problems in Pomeranians are Legg-Calvé-Perthes syndrome and hip dysplasia can occur, but are rare in this small breed. Patent ductus arteriosus (a congenital heart defect) and collapsing trachea have become serious problems in Poms.
Dry eye, tear duct disorders can appear in young females and often lead to blindness. Skin diseases are quite common, especially allergies (that often lead to acute moist dermatitis or "hot spots") and follicular dysplasia (also known as alopecia X). Other problems that occur regularly include hypothyroidism, epilepsy, and hypoglycemia. Occasionally, hydrocephalus can occur in Pom puppies as well as luxating patella (slipping kneecap). In addition to this, Poms may also suffer from Progressive Retinal Atrophy PRA, a degenerative disease of the eye and Cataracts,[1] a clouding of the lens. These can both result in impaired vision. Poms, like many toy breeds, are prone to bad teeth and harmless episodes of reverse sneezing. Also, it is important that Poms are trained not to mingle around peoples feet. Because of their loyal tendencies, they will follow from room to room, easily getting stepped on. Their delicate bodies will injure easily this way.Behavior
Pomeranians are typically very friendly, playful and active. The breed is very protective of their owners and love to be around them. They are very intelligent and are easily trained. They rank 23rd in Stanley Coren's The Intelligence of Dogs, being of excellent working/obedience intelligence. Pomeranians socialize well with other dogs, animals, and people. Pomeranians are extroverted and can develop the habit of barking excessively only if the behavior is rewarded (i.e. allowed to beg for food). Because of their long double-coat, they tend to seek out cooler environments and it is not uncommon to find them lying down on a cold floor or hard surface. Many people believe the Pomeranian to be a lap dog. They are extremely loyal and will sit or lie content at an owner's feet, but normally prefer not to be overhandled. Pomeranians should not be allowed to run free and should always be kept on a leash or enclosed in some kind of yard or inside. They tend to usually be good with kids from the age of 3+ if raised with them from the start. Because of their size, they do well in condominiums and apartments, but they are able to adapt to most any situation or environment.
Popularity
In the 1890's the Pomeranian "sports" breed began to be showed of in the ring and were about 10 pounds. Since then the size of the Pomeranian has decreased to 3-4 pounds. The Pomeranian has been among the most popular of dog breeds, consistently in the top 15 of registered AKC dog breeds over the last 10 years. It came in at #13 in the most recently released 2008 rankings having attained the same ranking in 2007 and 2003. In a way, the Pomeranian is becoming an "accessory" or a "prop" to many people, notably women and especially celebrities. The breed also shows up regularly on television shows and commercials. The dog's diminutive size, ease of care in regards to manage due to its stature and good overall demeanor makes for a very likeable dog. A good Pomeranian, because of the dog's aforementioned traits, makes for a popular pet and is also a prize by many an owner.
Notable owners
• Michelangelo is often mistakenly said to have kept a Pomeranian for company while painting the Sistine Chapel when, it actually was the Italian Pomeranian known as the Volpino Italiano.
• Sir Isaac Newton had a Pomeranian who once upset a candle on his important papers, which contained more than 20 years of research.
• Nicole Richie a socialite own a Pomeranian named Foxy Cleopatra.
• Queen Victoria is said to have made them stylish throughout Europe.
• Fran Drescher continued to show off her pooch on her sitcom The Nanny.
• Sandra Bennet is the owner of Mr. Muggles on the TV show Heroes.
• London Tipton has a fictional Pomeranian named "Ivana Tipton" on the TV show The Suite Life of Zack and Cody
• Ai Kago a former member of Morning Musume and W (Double You) has a black toy Pomeranian named, Downy.
• Hwangbo, a Korean singer and former member of music group Chakra, has a white Pomeranian named Jins.
• Charlie Miller,a Dude has a White Pomerenian named Roxy.
• Dana Scully, of the main characters of the TV-series X-files, owns a Pomeranian called Queequeg (named after a character from Moby Dick). * Lucas Cruikshank, he is the actor of the popular Youtube series Fred. His two Poms play the role as the Neighborhood Squirrels, in which they play as because of their squirrel-like appearance.
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