The Pomeranian

The Pomeranian originated from Pomerania, Germany. The Pomeranian breed was created with selective breeding. Originating from the spitz group of dogs that were used as sled dogs in Iceland. Pomeranians were bred to be smaller and have beautiful coats. Pomeranians come in many different colors. They can be black, white, brown, red, orange, blue and parti-colored. The parti-colored has a calico type of pattern. I would prefer to have a parti-color Pomeranian or a white one. The white one is the kind that my mom wants. Pomeranians make excellent guard dogs. They are very alert and will warn you if anyone is outside. A Pomeranian survived the sinking of the Titanic. This dog belonged to Miss Margaret Hays (in lifeboat 7). Miss Hays survived as well. Theodore Roosevelt owned a Pomeranian. He called him “Gem.” The Pomeranian was recognized as the official dog breed of 1990. Pomeranians were recognized in 1900 and had their first dog show in the United States in 1911. Pomeranians have a double coat. They have an undercoat that is very dense and the outer coat is long and straight. The best brush to use on them is a wire slick brush to get the undercoat as well. The Pomeranian are highly intelligent and extroverted. They crave a lot of attention and constant love from the owner. They seem to be one-owner dogs and are very loyal. Not recommended for young children because they are too small and may be hurt by the child. Pomeranians have been in numerous movies. Including: To Die For with Nicole Kidman, Dumb and Dumber with Jim Carey, Harlem Nights with Robin givens, X-files with Scully and Cadillac Man with Fran Drescher. Pomeranians have a hereditary defect is a luxating patella. This is when the kneecap will jump out of its groove sideways. This can cause arthritis and lameness. Quality Pomeranian breeders are aware of this defect and would never breed a Pomeranian with a luxating patella. That is why it is important to avoid purchasing your Pomeranian from a puppy mill or pet store whose main concern is profit. This problem can only be resolved by surgery. The current price for this procedure is $1000 per kneecap. They are the smallest dog that I can think of and they can fit into your hand.