The Pomeranian (often known as a Pom) is a breed of dog of the Spitz type that is named for the Pomerania region in north-west Poland and north-east Germany in Central Europe.
Classed as a toy dog breed because of its small size, the Pomeranian is descended from larger Spitz-type dogs, specifically the German Spitz.
It has been determined by the Fédération Cynologique Internationale to be part of the German Spitz breed; and in many countries, they are known as the Zwergspitz (“Dwarf Spitz”).
The breed has been made popular by a number of royal owners since the 18th century.
Queen Victoria owned a particularly small Pomeranian and consequently, the smaller variety became universally popular. During Queen Victoria’s lifetime alone, the size of the breed decreased by half.
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Pomeranian is the smallest member of the Spitz family.
In many countries, they are known as the Zwergspitz.
Pomeranian is classed as a toy dog bred because of its small size.
During Queen Victoria’s lifetime, the size of the breed decreased by half.
Pomeranian was created in Pomerania in Germany.
Pomeranian can reach 7 to 12 inches in height.
Pomeranian can get to 3 to 7 pounds of weight.
Pomeranian has an average lifespan of 12 to 16 years.
Pomeranian gives birth to 1 to 5 puppies.
Queen Victoria adopted a small red Pomeranian in 1888.
Pomeranians have a thick, double coat.
Pomeranians are typically friendly, lively and playful.
Pomeranians respond well to training
Pomeranian is a small but energetic breed of dog.
Pomeranians need relatively little exercise.
Pomeranians come in 23 different color combinations
Many Pomeranian puppies will eventually change color as they mature.
A blue Pomeranian is distinguished by the color of his nose Teddy Roosevelt owned a Pomeranian.
Two Pomeranians survived the sinking of RMS Titanic.
Pomeranian can suffer from allergies, ocular disorders and hip dysplasia.
