Facts About Blue Pomeranian Puppies

By Melissa Roberts


The pomerian refer to one of the breeds of dogs that are classified under Spitz group of dogs. The shortened for Pom is often used when referring to Blue Pomeranian Puppies and dogs. The place of origin of the breed is the region located in north-east Germany and north-west Poland. This region of Central Europe is referred to as Pomeria region. These dogs are very small in size so that they are classified as toy dogs.

It is a common belief that the poms descended from the larger types of the Spitz family. It is claimed that the German Spitz is the direct ancestor of the poms. In some pet clubs, poms are grouped as being members of the German Spitz. As a matter of fact, the poms are regarded as dwarf spitz in a number of countries. Former royal owners of this breed contributed largely to the breed gaining popularity. For example, Queen Victoria owned a pom around the 18th century which raised its popularity globally.

From their physical nature, poms are small in size, weighing an estimated 1.9 to 3.5 kilograms. Whilst standing on their back they may register a height lying between 5 to 11 inches. They have firm built bodies with a highly textured coat on them. Their tails are flat and appear raised. On the neck, the outer coat forms a ruff around it. This feature is a common trait the breed is famous for. On their hindquarters, feathery hair forms a beautiful view.

At first, the dogs were commonly known as having white coats, even though a small number had black or white coats. In the beginning of the 19th century, dogs with a brown color were regarded classy as Queen Elizabeth had one with that color. That continued before other colors were introduced.

The coat covering the bodies of pomerians is thick and double coat. The hair is easy to groom, but it is advisable to groom everyday to maintain the coat in good condition. Trimming after every 1 to 2 months is also advised. The outer coat is usually made of long, straight and harsh-textured hair. On the contrary, the inner coat is soft, thick, and short.

Naturally, this breed is a lively one and enjoys playing much. Also, they are quite friendly to their owners. Unfortunately, in attempt to prove themselves, they are known to exhibit a certain level of aggression towards other dogs. They are also sensitive to changes in their environment. Normally, their barking is triggered by new stimuli. This may then develop into the unwarranted habit of barking.

The life expectancy of a healthy Pomeranian is between 12 and 16 years. They contract a few health conditions if they are fed on a good diet and exercised regularly. Grooming is a huge part of proper care for poms.

A healthy pomerian has a life expectancy of between 12 to 16 years. Regular exercise and proper diet keep them healthy despite the likelihood of contracting a few health complications. Generally, the proper way for caring for them is through grooming.




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