The Pomeranian is one of many toy breeds registered by the American Kennel Club (AKC). The history of the Pomeranian begins just south of the Baltic Sea. Named for Pomerania, which is now a part of Germany and Poland, Pomeranians are descended from large sled dogs from this region. Descendents of these northern sled dogs, large and small, are classified in the Spitz group. In the late 1800s, British royals desired to breed a smaller version of the Spitz to act as a household pet. Pomeranians were bred down to toy size from their direct ancestors, the German Spitz.
Physically, Pomeranian puppies and adults are adorable toy dogs. Pomeranians generally resemble small foxes. This breed is known for characteristics such as: doll-like face, dark, almond shaped eyes, small feet, double coat of thick, full fur, pointed ears, and a thick, furry tail. Pomeranian coats may be a variety of colors: solid, sable or parti-colored. Pomeranians are considered toys due to the fact that they grow to an average miniature size of eight to eleven inches in height and three to seven pounds in weight.
Pomeranian puppies, in general, resemble baby foxes. They have heads shaped like inverted triangles, dark noses and eyes, thick double-layered coats, and furry tails curled over the back. Pomeranians continue to be bred smaller and have developed a more doll-like face and powder-puff appearance.
The personality of the Pomeranian is as big as the dog is small. Pomeranians are excitable, vivacious, demanding, and even high maintenance. They are not appropriate for households with infants or small children. Pomeranians tend to snap at children who pull their tails or annoy them. Overall, Pomeranians are good family dogs and do well with older children, other pets and adults.
Pomeranian breeders should be knowledgeable of all the positive and negative traits of the breed. They should inform potential buyers of the medical conditions common to Pomeranians such as dental and heart problems. Pomeranians have a relatively long life span (up to 20 years) but may suffer knee dislocations and other Pomeranian-specific health problems throughout their lives. Any reputable breeder will have had the parents and puppies evaluated for pre-existing medical conditions.
So how does a buyer figure out how to choose the right Pomeranian? All Pomeranian puppies have the cuteness factor, but aside from physical appearance, there are a number of other ways to decide on a Pomeranian. First, research the breed. A buyer must make sure this breed fits his or her lifestyle before buying. Second, research the breeder. There are many illicit breeders who sell Pomeranian puppies out of what are called puppy mills. These breeders ceaselessly breed the parents without providing socialization or any semblance of a happy life. The puppies of these maltreated parents end up in pet stores or being sold on the Internet through brokers. The parents end up being destroyed. The only places to buy Pomeranian puppies are from certified, ethical breeders or rescue centers which house purebred dogs of specific breeds.
Third, know how to care for the Pomeranian. Good potential owners buy everything they need in advance to help the new member of the family feel comfortable. Fourth and finally, choosing the right Pomeranian may not be entirely up to the buyer. Reputable breeders interview and reject buyers they deem are not a good match for the Pomeranian they have chosen.
Choosing Pomeranian puppies can be easy if the buyer researches the characteristics and history of the Pomeranian breed. Tips on how to choose the right Pomeranian puppy and how to choose ethical breeders of Pomeranian puppies can be found in this article.
Monday, July 21, 2008
Sunday, July 13, 2008
Pomeranian Puppies: Finding A Breeder
The Pomeranian breed was registered with the American Kennel Club in 1900. These toy dogs are descended from much larger sledding dogs that originated in Iceland. The Pomeranian is named after a part of Poland and Germany once known as Pomerania. British royals and others took to breeding larger dogs down to a small size suitable for domestic living. The Pomeranian is a toy version of the German Spitz and is closely related to other large and medium sized members of the Spitz group such as the Chow Chow and Samoyed.
In appearance, a Pomeranian puppy has the overall look of a baby fox. It has a wedge-shaped head, a black nose, dark eyes, a gorgeous, thick double-layer of fur often seen in a red shade called sable, and a thick, furry tail that it carries high and curled over its back. Adult Pomeranians, or Pomeranians, grow to be three to seven pounds and eight to eleven inches tall. Pomeranians have big personalities. The Pomeranian is known to be affectionate, energetic, demanding, snappish and even high maintenance. Though they do well with older children, Pomeranians are not good with small children.
The demanding, high maintenance personality inherent in the Pomeranian requires that owners provide Pomeranian puppies with discipline early on. Buyers of Pomeranian puppies should only buy from reputable breeders who maintain their own kennels and provide stimulation, socialization and training to the puppies they sell. It is never appropriate to buy any dog from a pet store. Pet stores receive shipments of animals just like any other merchandise and puppies do not receive adequate care and attention like they do when whelped and raised by a breeder.
Buyers of Pomeranian puppies should do their research on the breed before making a purchase. They should ask the breeder ample questions and the breeder should be knowledgeable in all areas from breed standard and grooming, to discipline and training, to whelping and healthcare. A good breeder will provide documentation of a Pomeranian puppy's health and pedigree. The pedigree will include the names of the puppy' sire (father) and dam (mother). Most will have champion names in their history. A buyer may want to ask advice on puppy names for their Pomeranian.
Owners of a purebred Pomeranian puppy often give them show names if they plan to have their dogs compete. Many reflect the puppy's sire or dam name. Show names are very different from the true names owners give their dogs for use at home. For example, one champion Pomeranian's show name is "Kalo's Rock and Music City". This dog's actual name is "Nash".
Owners can consult Internet sites or puppy name books to find the perfect name for their Pomeranian puppies. Some of the most popular dog names are Maggie, Sadie, Lady, Max, Buddy and Sam. Some of the more creative names include Crimson, Firenze, Artemis and Abracadabra. Another option is to name the tiny Pomeranian something opposite its size such as Goliath, Bear or Lord of Windsor. The most important thing to remember in naming a Pomeranian puppy is that this is the name it will be using for as much as the next nineteen years.
Pomeranian puppies are members of the toy, or small dog group. Pomeranians may be given more than one name if they are used for show. Tips on buying a Pomeranian puppy and how to choose Pomeranian puppy names can be found in this article.
In appearance, a Pomeranian puppy has the overall look of a baby fox. It has a wedge-shaped head, a black nose, dark eyes, a gorgeous, thick double-layer of fur often seen in a red shade called sable, and a thick, furry tail that it carries high and curled over its back. Adult Pomeranians, or Pomeranians, grow to be three to seven pounds and eight to eleven inches tall. Pomeranians have big personalities. The Pomeranian is known to be affectionate, energetic, demanding, snappish and even high maintenance. Though they do well with older children, Pomeranians are not good with small children.
The demanding, high maintenance personality inherent in the Pomeranian requires that owners provide Pomeranian puppies with discipline early on. Buyers of Pomeranian puppies should only buy from reputable breeders who maintain their own kennels and provide stimulation, socialization and training to the puppies they sell. It is never appropriate to buy any dog from a pet store. Pet stores receive shipments of animals just like any other merchandise and puppies do not receive adequate care and attention like they do when whelped and raised by a breeder.
Buyers of Pomeranian puppies should do their research on the breed before making a purchase. They should ask the breeder ample questions and the breeder should be knowledgeable in all areas from breed standard and grooming, to discipline and training, to whelping and healthcare. A good breeder will provide documentation of a Pomeranian puppy's health and pedigree. The pedigree will include the names of the puppy' sire (father) and dam (mother). Most will have champion names in their history. A buyer may want to ask advice on puppy names for their Pomeranian.
Owners of a purebred Pomeranian puppy often give them show names if they plan to have their dogs compete. Many reflect the puppy's sire or dam name. Show names are very different from the true names owners give their dogs for use at home. For example, one champion Pomeranian's show name is "Kalo's Rock and Music City". This dog's actual name is "Nash".
Owners can consult Internet sites or puppy name books to find the perfect name for their Pomeranian puppies. Some of the most popular dog names are Maggie, Sadie, Lady, Max, Buddy and Sam. Some of the more creative names include Crimson, Firenze, Artemis and Abracadabra. Another option is to name the tiny Pomeranian something opposite its size such as Goliath, Bear or Lord of Windsor. The most important thing to remember in naming a Pomeranian puppy is that this is the name it will be using for as much as the next nineteen years.
Pomeranian puppies are members of the toy, or small dog group. Pomeranians may be given more than one name if they are used for show. Tips on buying a Pomeranian puppy and how to choose Pomeranian puppy names can be found in this article.
Wednesday, July 2, 2008
Why You Should Get Pomeranian Puppies
If you are interested in welcoming a new addition to your home in the form of a dog, then a Pomeranian may be a great choice. Pomeranian puppies are small and stay relatively small sized even when they are full grown. This is just one of the advantages of Pomeranian puppies however there are many more. They are easy to take care of, fun to play with, and are very affectionate. Pomeranians make a good pet for children and adults alike, as they are loyal, protective and affectionate. But they also demand a lot of attention and require a lot of grooming.
If this sounds like the type of dog you would be interested in, then you will have to find a Pomeranian puppy for sale. There are many ways you can go about this, but regardless of which route you choose to go it is vital that you take your time and put some serious into this decision.
You have many options available to you when it comes to finding Pomeranian puppies for sale. You can find a breeder to deal with for instance, who will usually be offering purebred Pomeranians for a higher price. Then again you can also visit your local rescue center and see what they have to offer. Just keep in mind that their Pomeranians may not be purebred and you will usually not be able to get as much information on the background of the dog.
This will not be that important of an issue if you are not concerned with getting a purebred dog, otherwise you may want to stick to dealing one on one with a reputable breeder. If you do choose to go this way, make sure that you ask a breeder questions about their breeding history and experience before doing business with them, in order to ensure that they are legitimate and respectable and that they have taken proper care of their dogs.
Pomeranian puppies are very popular and you and finding the right Pomeranian puppy for sale may be more difficult than just looking in the phone book. If you are looking for a great dog to get as a pet for your family, a Pomeranian is definitely going to be a great choice. They are easy to train, fun to own and gentle with children.
Pomeranian puppies also make fairly effective watchdogs in spite of their smaller size, and so they are also great as protection for your home. They bark loudly when they hear noise so they will be able to notify you if there is anyone outside your home, which will be especially useful at night and if you have children. If you think that a Pomeranian dog would be the right dog for you, then you will want to use all the resources you can to find a Pomeranian puppy for sale. Newspapers, personal ads, the Internet, all of these will be incredibly helpful in your search.
You can find Pomeranian puppies through exclusive breeders and through pet stores, just remember that the price varies quite significantly between the two. There are a few Pomeranian puppy supplies you will need to get before you are ready to take your pet home, such as a leash, food, and some toys for them to play with and help keep them active.
If this sounds like the type of dog you would be interested in, then you will have to find a Pomeranian puppy for sale. There are many ways you can go about this, but regardless of which route you choose to go it is vital that you take your time and put some serious into this decision.
You have many options available to you when it comes to finding Pomeranian puppies for sale. You can find a breeder to deal with for instance, who will usually be offering purebred Pomeranians for a higher price. Then again you can also visit your local rescue center and see what they have to offer. Just keep in mind that their Pomeranians may not be purebred and you will usually not be able to get as much information on the background of the dog.
This will not be that important of an issue if you are not concerned with getting a purebred dog, otherwise you may want to stick to dealing one on one with a reputable breeder. If you do choose to go this way, make sure that you ask a breeder questions about their breeding history and experience before doing business with them, in order to ensure that they are legitimate and respectable and that they have taken proper care of their dogs.
Pomeranian puppies are very popular and you and finding the right Pomeranian puppy for sale may be more difficult than just looking in the phone book. If you are looking for a great dog to get as a pet for your family, a Pomeranian is definitely going to be a great choice. They are easy to train, fun to own and gentle with children.
Pomeranian puppies also make fairly effective watchdogs in spite of their smaller size, and so they are also great as protection for your home. They bark loudly when they hear noise so they will be able to notify you if there is anyone outside your home, which will be especially useful at night and if you have children. If you think that a Pomeranian dog would be the right dog for you, then you will want to use all the resources you can to find a Pomeranian puppy for sale. Newspapers, personal ads, the Internet, all of these will be incredibly helpful in your search.
You can find Pomeranian puppies through exclusive breeders and through pet stores, just remember that the price varies quite significantly between the two. There are a few Pomeranian puppy supplies you will need to get before you are ready to take your pet home, such as a leash, food, and some toys for them to play with and help keep them active.
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