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Pomeranians are bold and energetic. They make great apartment dogs, even though they do enjoy outdoor exercise. They're often reserved with strangers and snappish with other animals. Poms are sometimes demanding and they'll snap if teased or irritated. This isn't the best breed if you have small children. Poms are possessive of their food and toys. The Pomeranian is a toy breed. Toy breeds are small companion dogs that were originally bred as pets for wealthy, cultured families. In general, toys are the perfect apartment dogs, since they require little, if any, outdoor exercise. Despite their small size, many toys are excellent watchdogs. Most get along fine with children, although they'll snap if teased or startled. Some breeds are jealous of other pets. Longhaired toys need to be brushed frequently, and some breeds need to be professionally groomed every few months. Origin: Germany Height: 6" - 7" Weight: 3 - 7 pounds Coat: Rough coat stands erect; big ruff around neck, longer hair on the chest,legs, and tail. Tail is curled over back; ears prick up. Colors: Solid Red, black, white, brown, blue, orange, or cream. More rare is particolor, sable, or black with tan markings. Eyes are dark; nose is black or lighter, depending on coat color. Special Consideration: This is a popular breed that has been exploited to meet the demand for puppies. Be careful and buy only from a very reputable breeder. |
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