Buyer question
Is a Pomeranian good for beginners?
It can be: our Animal Library rates the Pomeranian 3 out of 5 for beginners (barky, fragile).
Source: the Pomeranian page in the Everybarn Animal Library. Pomeranian in the Animal Library
The detail
The smallest of the spitz breeds, the Pomeranian was bred down from larger sled-type dogs into a tiny, fluffy companion. Bold, bright and lively, it thinks it is far bigger than it is, and barks accordingly.
- Temperament
- Bold, lively, alert
- Best fit
- Adults, homes without toddlers
- Trainability
- 3 out of 5 (Smart, a bit willful)
- Energy
- 3 out of 5 (Short walks, lots of play)
- Grooming load
- 4 out of 5 (Brush 2–3 times a week)
What to weigh
Poms are fragile around small children, bark readily and can be hard to house-train. The thick coat sheds and needs regular brushing, and dental disease is common.