Pomeranian
adult Pomeranian dogs
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group: toy
/spitz/northern |
height: 8.5-11"
/ 21.59-27.94 cm |
types: |
weight: 3-7
lbs / 1.36-3.17 kg |
colors: |
black
and tan, brindle, particolor, brown, light or dark blue,
gray, red/orange, cream/sable/white |
physical traits: |
hearty, strong |
hair type: |
long, profuse, thick,
straight, harsh outer coat, soft dense undercoat |
personality/
temperament: |
vivacious, extrovert,
intelligent, cocky, alert, active, spirited, faithful, inquisitive,
adapable, devoted, happy, clever, entertaining, obedient,
loves to be pampered, barks alot, sheds, will challenge larger
dogs |
maintenance/
special needs: |
regular brushing, easy
to train, keep eyes and teeth clean, susceptible to hip dysplasia
and dislocation fo the patella (kneecap) |
nickname: |
Zwerspitz, Dwarf Spitz,
Loulou |
origination: |
from Stone Age dog Canis
familiaris palustris, Germany, developed in Great Britain |
bred for: |
of early sled dogs then
bred for royalty |
identifying traits: |
walking puffball |
ideal for: |
family, companionship,
lapdog, apartments, watchdog, city or country life, any climate |
good with kids? |
yes |
life expectancy: |
15 yrs |
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kennel clubs: |
akc,
saku, ankc, uk, nzkc-(toy dog group), fci-(European Spitz
dog group), ukc-(companion dog group), ckc |
rescues: n/a |
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