Wednesday, August 27, 2008

Your Perky Pomeranian

By Rosie Allan


A Pomeranian is the perfect companion dog. The breed is a loyal friend, full of fun and eager to be the center of attention. Like most toy dogs, they enjoy human companionship more than just about anything else. Dog breeds are generally categorized: into different groups. The working group usually does some kind of work, like carrying brandy to the snowbound or guarding property.

Dogs in the sporting group work at hunting and field trials. These dogs include spaniels, setters, pointers, and retrievers like the American Water Spaniel, the English Setter, the German Wirehaired Pointer, and the Curly-Coated Retriever.

In contrast to these hard working specialists, dogs in the toy group have been bred for human companionship. Toy dogs like the Chihuahua, the English Toy Spaniel, and the Pomeranian want to be at their master's side at all times. That's why a Pomeranian makes such an excellent pet, especially for seniors, singles and people who live in small apartments or trailers.

Pomeranian dogs are quite confident and have even been described as cocky. They are secure in their position as top dog in the household. In fact, it takes a confident owner who is not afraid to show the dog who is boss to take charge of a Pomeranian. Your Pomeranian will demand a fair amount of your attention, so be ready to deal with interruptions and disturbances while you try to read the paper or watch TV. These are little dogs with huge personalities. Pomeranians are inquisitive and intelligent, animated and alert.

Pomeranians become extremely attached to their masters, and can be very protective in situations where they perceive their master is being threatened. Because of their protective nature, Pomeranian dogs tend to be suspicious of strangers and treat new people with caution, and they often voice these suspicions by yapping incessantly when meeting new people, especially on their home turf.

Surprisingly, Pomeranians are perfectly willing to share the household with other dogs, even another Pomeranian dog. If you have never had a Pomeranian dog before, you may want to consult an obedience trainer with your dog to learn how to correct any problems early on.

The Pomeranian, like other dogs in the toy group, has a very fragile bone structure and must be treated with great care to avoid injuring the dog. Therefore, it is essential to learn methods of discipline that do not involve physical punishment or force. Housebreaking may be particularly difficult, but modern tools of the trade like housebreaking pads, along with diligence, will lead to eventual success.

Overall, the Pomeranian makes an outstanding pet. These dogs are prized for their devotion to elderly or lonesome owners. And indeed, they provide much needed companionship to dog lovers the world over. Even in small quarters, the Pomeranian will exercise itself by running all around its territory, making it the perfect city pet.

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