The Pomeranian

The pomeranian is a wonderful loving dog that is smart as well as lively and makes a great lapdog and loyal companion.

Description
This cute little dog is one of the tiniest of the toy breeds and has a wedge shaped face, with loads of fur.

Size
The Pom should weight between 3 and 7 pounds and stand 7 to 12 inches tall.

Color
red, black, white, orange, cream, blue, brown, can be parti colored or sable.

Origin
Developed in Pomerania, this was once a much larger dog but miniaturized down to the current size. Queen Victoria made this little dog very popular amond the priveledged im 1800's England.

Temperament
Sweet and loving, can be a barker, loves to sit in your lap.

Training
Sometimes hard to housebreak but very smart and learns tricks fast.

Living Conditions
Can do well in an apartment - does not need a yard to run around in.

Group
AKC toy group.

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