| About Our Breeds |
| Here is a little introduction to our different breeds. This may help answer some questions you may have. |
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| The POMERANIAN Zwergspitz, Dwarf Spitz, Loulou, Pom |
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| DESCRIPTION: The Pomeranian is a tiny, fluffy dog with a wedge-shaped head and pointed erect ears. Some have faces that look like a fox; others have baby-doll or teddy-bear faces. All have bright, dark, almond-shaped eyes with an intelligent expression. The nose is either dark or the color of its coat. The teeth should meet in a scissors bite. Poms also boast a distinctive feathered tail that fans foward over the back. There is an abundant ruff around the neck and chest area. The profuse stand-off double coat usually comes in solid colors, most common being red, orange, white or cream, blue, brown or black. Becoming more popular these days are the Parti-colors (white with colored markings), black & tans, wolf and merles and of course the orange sable. TEMPERAMENT: Pomeranians are lively,intelligent, eager to learn, loyal to its handler and family. They are also willful, bold and sometimes tempermental. They most often get along fine with other family pets and other dogs, but some of them seem to think they are much larger than actually are and do not hesitate to attack a much larger dog. They are excellent watchdogs with a resounding bark. They do tend to be reserved around strangers and will bark excessively at them. They must be taught early to control their barking. Poms are alert, curious & busy: one of the most independent of the Toy breeds. They have a delightful nature & do not cling to their handlers. They are good at learning tricks, but need a firm hand. The Pomeranian must know the owner is boss, or he will not listen. They may become too demanding if the owner allows it. NOT RECOMMENDED for very young children and too much attention from children can make these dogs nervous & snappy. They are great companions for an elderly person and love to be with their "family". They may be very picky eaters. HEIGHT & WEIGHT: height: 7-12" & weight: 3-7 lbs. |
| HEALTH PROBLEMS: They are prone to slipped stifle, dislocated patella (knee-cap) heart & skin problems, eye infections and early tooth loss. It is reccomended to feed your Pom dry food only to keep the teeth & gums in good condition. Have your veterinarian check the teeth regularly & keep them cleaned. LIVING CONDITIONS: Poms do well in small apartments. They are very active indoors & can do okay without a yard. EXCERCISE: Poms need DAILY WALKS. Play time will take care of a lot of their excercise needs, but they have a primal instinct for walking. If they do not get this excercise they may develop behavioral problems. A good romp in a large fenced yard will help with this. LIFE EXPECTANCY: About 15 years. GROOMING: Poms have a profuse double coat & need to be brushed frequently. The undercoat will be shed at least twice a year. Keep eyes & ears cleaned and take them for regular dental check-ups. ORIGIN: Developed in Prussian region of Pomerania, Poms descended from the ancient Spitz breeds who were used to herd sheep. The original Pom weighed around 30 lbs. and has been bred down to the present day size of 4 - 7 lbs. Today's Pom is an intelligent & loving companion dog with many talents including watchdoging, agility, showmanship and performing tricks. SHOW GROUP: AKC Toy RECOGNITION: AKC, CKC, UKC, KCGB, CKC, ANKC, NKC, NZKC, CCR, APRI, ACR |
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| CKC = Continental Kennel Club FCI = Federation Cynologlque Internationale AKC = American Kennel Club UKC = United Kennel Club KCGB = Kennel Club Of Great Britain CKC = Canadian Kennel Club ANKC = Australian National Kennel Club NKC = National Kennel Club NZKC = New Zealand Kennel Club APRI = American Pet Registry Inc. ACR = American Canine Registry CCR = Canadian Canine Registry |