Pomeranian Breed of Dog

The Pomeranian (often referred to as a Pom) is a Spitz dog breed named after the Pomerania region in north-west Poland and north-east Germany in Central Europe. The dog Pomeranian breed is descended from larger Spitz-type dogs, notably the German Spitz, and is classified as a toy dog breed due to its small size. The Fédération Cynologique Internationale has declared that it is a member of the German Spitz breed, and it is known as the Zwergspitz in several countries ("Dwarf Spitz").

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Since the 18th century, a number of royal owners have popularised the breed. As a result of Queen Victoria's ownership of a particularly small pomeranian, the smaller breed became universally popular. During Queen Victoria's lifetime, the breed's size was reduced by half. The Pomeranian is a robust, healthy dog in general. A luxating patella and tracheal collapse are two of the most common health problems. Alopecia X, also known as "black skin disease," is a skin condition that affects the breed on a rare basis. This is a genetic condition in which the dog's skin turns black and he or she loses all or most of his or her hair. Since at least 1998, the breed has been rated in the top fifty most popular breeds in the United States in terms of registration data, and the current fad for small dogs has expanded their appeal globally.

Appearance 

Mini pomeranians are little dogs that weigh between 1.36 and 3.17 kilos (3.0 and 7.0 pounds) and stand 8–14 inches (20–36 cm) tall at the withers. They are little yet strong dogs with a thick textured coat and a plumed tail placed high and flat. The top coat forms a ruff of fur around the neck, which is characteristic of Mini pomeranians, and they also have a fluffy hair fringe on the hindquarters.

The first dogs of the breed were white, with brown or black markings on occasion. In 1888, Queen Victoria acquired a tiny red Pomeranian, and by the end of the century, that colour had become trendy. The Pomeranian now comes in the most colours of any dog breed, including white, black, brown, red, orange, cream, blue, sable, black and tan, brown and tan, spotted, brindle, and parti, as well as colour combinations. Orange, black, and cream/white are the most popular colours.

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Breeders have recently produced the merle Pomeranian colour. It's a mottled effect created by combining a solid base colour with a lighter blue/grey area. Red/brown or black are the most typical foundation colours for the effect, however it can also appear with other colours. The breed standard does not tolerate brindle merle or liver merle combinations. The eye, nose, and paw pad are also marshmallow coloured, with sections of the eye turning blue and the nose and paw pads becoming mottled pink and black.

Cute pomeranians have a thick double coat and are quite cute. While grooming is not difficult, breeders recommend doing it on a daily basis to maintain the coat's quality, as well as trimming it every 1–2 months due to its thickness and regular shedding. The undercoat is soft, thick, and short, while the outer coat is long, straight, and rough in texture. The coat is prone to knotting and tangles, especially when the undercoat is shed twice a year.

Behaviour 

Pomeranians are known for being friendly, energetic, and playful. To show themselves, they can be aggressive against other dogs and humans. Pomeranians are attentive and aware of changes in their environment, and barking excessively in response to new stimuli can become a habit. When they hear outside disturbances, they may bark in defence of their area. Pomeranians are bright dogs who respond well to training and may be highly successful in getting their owners to do what they want. They are outgoing and enjoy being the centre of attention, but if not properly trained and socialised, they can become dominating, obstinate, and stubborn. Toys can be a useful technique for teaching Pomeranians to spend alone time.

Health 

A Pomeranian's life expectancy is 12 to 16 years. A well-bred dog on a decent diet and enough exercise will have minimal health issues; if kept trim and fit, the Pomeranian may be a tough dog. Although some concerns, like hip dysplasia, are uncommon due to the Pomeranian's lightweight physique, the breed does have similar health difficulties as many other dog breeds. Lack of attention to grooming and teeth, ear, and eye cleaning might lead to several health problems. These issues can be avoided with routine treatment. They are prone to tooth decay and should eat dry foods. Poms are one of the breeds with the smallest average litter size, with estimates ranging from 1.9 to 2.7 puppies each litter from various sources.

Common Problems 

Deafness, blindness, increased intraocular pressure, ametropia, microphthalmia, and colobomas are all possible in Merle-colored dogs. Merle puppies born to parents who are both merles are more likely to develop skeletal, cardiac, and reproductive system problems.

Another health issue in the Pomeranian breed is luxating patella. It happens when the ridges forming the patellar groove in the knee are not prominent and are too shallow to allow the patella to sit comfortably, either due to deformity or trauma. The patella may "luxate" (jump out of the groove) to the side, causing the leg to lock up with the foot off the ground. The patella cannot return to its proper position while the muscles are tensed. The knee cap slipping across the ridges of the femur causes the initial pain. The slipped disc causes no pain to the dog after it is out of position.

A weakening of the tracheal rings in the windpipe causes tracheal collapse. It happens when the rings that keep the windpipe in form collapse, blocking the airway. A honking cough that sounds like a goose honk, intolerance to exercise, fainting spells, and a cough that is aggravated by hot weather, exertion, and excitement are all signs of a collapse. As a dog becomes older, the likelihood of tracheal collapse increases in frequency and severity.

An illness known as "black skin disease" affects Pomeranians and is characterised by alopecia (hair loss) and hyperpigmentation (a darkening of the skin). Woolly coat, coat funk, pseudo-illness, Cushing's and severe hair loss syndrome are some of the other names for this disorder. Male Pomeranians are more affected than females, and the illness may be hereditary. Although the majority of affected dogs develop symptoms after adolescence, it can happen at any age. Cushing's syndrome, hypothyroidism, persistent skin infections, and reproductive hormone problems are all illnesses that can mirror this one.

Cryptorchidism is another prevalent condition in male Pomeranians. When one or both testicles do not descend into the scrotum, this is known as infertility. The retained testicle is surgically removed and the condition is treated.

Exercise 

The Pomeranian is a small but active dog breed. Although Pomeranians benefit from constant attention, they require little exercise: it is recommended that you take them for multiple daily walks and allow them to run around in a confined place.

Origin History 

The German Spitz is said to be the ancestor of the Pomeranian. The breed is said to have gotten its name from the region of Pomerania, which is located along the Baltic Sea in northern Poland and Germany. This area is attributed with the breeding that resulted in the original Pomeranian kind of dog, despite not being the breed's origin. Until the breed was introduced to the United Kingdom, proper documentation was absent.

"A couple walks their white dog alongside a wooded area. The woman wears a white 18th-century gown with a black cap, while the male wears a black suit with white stockings."

A journal entry in James Boswell's Boswell on the Grand Tour: Germany and Switzerland, dated November 2, 1764, contains an early modern mention of the Pomeranian breed. "The Frenchman owned a Pomeranian dog named Pomer, which he adored." In Thomas Pennant's 1769 book A Tour in Scotland, the offspring of a Pomeranian and a wolf raised by a London animal seller are recounted.

The evolution of the breed was affected by two members of the British Royal Family. Two Pomeranians were brought to England by Queen Charlotte, Queen-consort of King George III of Great Britain, in 1767.

The dogs were given the names Phoebe and Mercury and were featured in paintings by Sir Thomas Gainsborough. These paintings represented a dog that was larger than the modern breed, weighing up to 30–50 lb (14–23 kg), but with modern characteristics like a thick coat, ears, and a tail coiled over the back.

Queen Victoria, Queen Charlotte's granddaughter, was an avid breeder who developed a big kennel. One of her favourite dogs was a comparatively small red sable Pomeranian named "Windsor's Marco" who reportedly weighed only 12 pounds (5.4 kg). When she first showed Marco in 1891, it quickly made the smaller-type Pomeranian popular, and pomeranian breeders began selecting exclusively the smaller specimens for breeding. The size of the Pomeranian breed was estimated to have shrunk by half during her lifetime. Queen Victoria worked to enhance and promote the Pomeranian breed by bringing in smaller Pomeranians of all colours from all across Europe to add to her breeding programme. During this time, Josephine de Beauharnais, the wife of Napoleon I of France, and King George IV of the United Kingdom were among the royal owners.

In England, the first breed club was founded in 1891, and the first breed standard was created not long after. In the United States, the first member of the breed was registered with the American Kennel Club in 1898, and it was recognised in 1900.

Two Pomeranians were among just three dogs to escape the RMS Titanic's sinking in 1912. Miss Margaret Hays' Pomeranian, "Lady," escaped in lifeboat number seven with her owner, while Elizabeth Barrett Rothschild brought her pet to safety in lifeboat number six.

Glen Rose Flashaway, the first Pomeranian to win a group at Westminster, won the Toy Group in the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show in 1926. The first Pomeranian, "Great Elms Prince Charming II," would not win the Westminster Kennel Club's Best in Show award until 1988.

The Pomeranian, along with the Keeshond, is included in the German Spitz standard published by the Federation Cynologique Internationale in 1998. "Spitz breeds are appealing," according to the guideline, and have a "distinct characteristic, cheeky aspect."

The Pomeranian has long been one of the most popular dog breeds in the United States, continuously ranking in the top 20 of registered American Kennel Club dog breeds since at least 1998, when it was ranked #10; in 2011, the breed was ranked #17, down two spots from the previous year. It remained in the top twenty in 2012 and 2013, and was placed #19 in 2013. In 2015, the breed was ranked #21; in 2016 and 2017, it was ranked #22 for the first time.

In neither 2007 nor 2008, the miniature pomeranian was included among the top 20 breeds in the United Kingdom. Since 1986, their popularity in Australia has waned, with only 577 Pomeranians registered with the Australian National Kennel Council in 2008, down from 1,128 in 1987. However, compared to 2004, when just 491 dogs were registered, this represents an increase. The common Pomeranian is regarded as the 27th most intelligent dog, while the German Shepherd is ranked first.

In 2008, it ranked joint tenth (with the American Bulldog) in Detroit and Orlando, ninth in Los Angeles, joint seventh in Seattle (again, with the American Bulldog), but third in Honolulu, trailing only the Labrador Retriever and German Shepherd.

Pomeranian Husky Breed 

The Pomeranian Husky combines the best qualities of both parents to create an excellent apartment companion with a laid-back demeanour. It's difficult not to fall in love with them when you first meet them because of their adorable beauty. Despite their diminutive size and fluffy appearance, Pomskies are not for everyone. Because of their reserved demeanour, they are best suited to a home with few guests. If you think that you have the time and patience to invest towards training them, then they might just be the dog for you.

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Interesting Facts About Pomerenian Breed

• The breed's name derives from Pomerania, the northern European region where they originated.

• Poms or Pom Poms are another nickname for them.

• These little canines, which weigh 7 to 10 pounds on average, are descended from large sled dogs. Isn't it incredible?

• Pomeranians didn't previously have such a small stature. They used to weigh as much as 20 to 30 pounds before Queen Victoria of England reduced their size.

• Despite their diminutive stature, they are well-known for believing that their small bark can defeat large dogs. Because of this, socialising a Pomeranian with other dogs is critical in preventing aggressive behaviour.

• Martin Luther, a Protestant Reformation leader, owned a Pomeranian named Belferlein, whom he frequently mentioned in his writings.

• Pimperl, Mozart's loving Pomeranian, was honoured with an aria.

• Michelangelo worked on the Sistine Chapel ceiling with a Pomeranian by his side.

• Pomeranians are excellent therapy dogs. They can also be trained to aid people with hearing loss.

• Despite their fur, they don't require much maintenance beyond frequent brushing, which can help prevent shedding.

Conclusion 

The pomeranian is a dainty, adorable little dog with a typical friendly nature, though sometimes bossy personality. In this article, we have come across pomerenian behaviour, health, appearanace, common problems and also origin. Despite being small, Pomeranians do need regular exercise and thrive on training. They are very intelligent and enjoy learning tricks and performing.