The Pomeranian

The Pomeranian is a descended from a large German spitz dog of the 16th century. It was deliberately bred down in size during the 19th century, when miniatures were very popular.

Pomeranians are eager to please and are easy to obedience-train. They may try to dominate other dogs, but they can get along with cats and other animals.

They weary of strangers, and despite their small size, they make good watchdogs and will alert you to anything unusual. They may guard toys and food bowls and bark excessively if not socialized and trained at an early age.

Pomeranians adapt well to apartment life and are a good choice for adult households. They get along with children over 5 years-old when treated with respect.

Pomeranians need to be brushed two or three times a week and trimmed every three months. They need very little exercise, so they are well suited for city and apartment living.

Height: 8-11 inches
Weight: 3-7 lbs.
Life Span: 12-16 yrs.

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