The Miniature Pomeranian, a miniature dog of the Nordic family, is a compact, short-backed, and active dog. Originally used as a sled dog in Iceland and Lapland, the Pomeranian has now become a great companion for humans. Contrary to the size available on the market today, Pomeranians were bred to be much larger, weighing around thirty pounds. But breeders went to great lengths later to make the breed smaller. According to the standard specified by the American Kennel Club (AKC), a Pomeranian can weigh between three and seven pounds, however, Pomeranians participating in dog shows must weigh between four and six pounds.
The dog has unlimited intelligence. With a great lively character, the dog extrovertedly displays his intelligence in almost all aspects. Although very small in size, he is tremendously alert and attentive to strangers. Because of these qualities, the Miniature Pomeranian makes a great watchdog. Their intelligence is a great asset in dog training that can be applied in various fields including different therapies. The Miniature Pomeranian is a symbol of beauty and intelligence. Therefore, it is a valuable show dog on the one hand, and a great friend for life on the other.
The Miniature Pomeranian has a luscious double coat consisting of a soft, dense undercoat and a long, straight, glossy, wiry-textured topcoat. The coat is significantly dense on the neck, the front of the shoulders, and the chest. This makes the fur in these areas look like a frill. Body hair is longer compared to head and leg hair. The tail is really beautiful with long straight hair, which is overflowing extensively. The lifespan of a typical Pomeranian is around twelve to fifteen years, however in some cases they can live as long as twenty to thirty-five years.
Although health complications are not as common in the Miniature Pomeranian, they can still suffer from some complications, such as a luxating kneecap. This is somewhat common among miniature breeds. Additionally, Legg-Calvé-Perthes syndrome, hip dysplasia, patent ductus arteriosus, and collapsed trachea can occur in the Pomeranian. They are also susceptible to skin diseases like acute moist dermatitis, hot spots, follicular dysplasia, and a few others.
Regular grooming is essential for the Miniature Pomeranian. Regular brushing of your little Pomeranian will keep him free of mats and keep his coat thick and luxurious. Although the coat needs little trimming, shaving is almost unnecessary. Regular ear and nail care is also strongly recommended. It’s not a good idea to bathe your Pom too often, as it can damage skin texture and coat shine by stripping away essential oils. Like many other breeds, the Miniature Pomeranian is very susceptible to dental problems, so regular dental care is necessary as well. A minimum of one tooth brushing per week is required.
Many great personalities own Pomeranians, including Sir Isaac Newton, Queen Victoria, Michelangelo, Paris Hilton, Sharon Osborne, Maria Sharapova, and many others. There are many interesting stories about these dogs and some famous personalities. The Pomeranian belonging to Michelangelo, the great painter of the Italian Renaissance, witnessed the great work of the Sistine Chapel. Another interesting event is, of course, with Diamond, Sir Isaac Newton’s Pomeranian, who tipped over a candle and set fire to some valuable research papers and created painful history in the age of scientific invention.