Striving to meet guidelines is done for the betterment of the breed and to maintain integrity. With this said, there are always some pups that have faults. One type of fault is a stop that slants down. Keep this in mind as we read ahead Within the past 20 years or so toy dogs gained enormous popularity.
And with this surge in demand, the idea that the media fostered for people obtaining 'teacups', ' toys ' and ' teddy bears ' created an almost manic rush for some breeders to try and produce tiny dogs that took on a similar appearance to a stuffed animal. They would pair dogs that had faults - such as the slanted stop that we just spoke about - to purposefully create a new look.
For this reason, a flatter face with a shorter snout were traits that some breeders worked on producing - even though this did not and does not fit the standards of well-known kennel clubs. With just a few generations, fox face Poms were bred with teddy bear Poms and before too long there became a new way in which this breed could look so dissimilar.
There are now a vast majority of Poms with varying size snouts and sometimes flatter foreheads. Again, it should be mentioned that Poms that do not have a fox like face longer snout do not meet the breed standard and ethical breeders will sell these dogs as 'pet' as opposed to show without breeding rights so that the fault is not passed down.
For some Poms, this can be an issue since dogs with flat facial features can actually suffer from structural related health issues , similar to what Brachycephalic dogs Pugs, Boxers, Bull dog, Shih Tzu suffer from stenotic nares ,elongated soft palate, etc.
This is most often the case with the very compact babydoll face - in which the snout is exceedingly short, cramming together nasal passages. Size - There is general agreement between all major kennel clubs regarding size for the show ring.
The AKC stipulates 3 - 7 lbs. So, in general, we are looking at a dog that varies between 3 and 7 pounds per the breed standards. However, there are many Pomeranians that are larger than this.
Keeping all of this in mind, a fully grown 3-pound Pom is going to look a lot different than a fully grown pound dog. These dogs will have different bone structure; both can be at healthy weights. Another thing to keep in mind is that a 3 lb. Pom puppy that will be, perhaps, a 9 lb. Are you keeping your Pom safe? How many of these Pomeranian Safety Tips are you following? We mentioned above that a Pom with small bone structure may be 3 lbs. And these 2 Pomeranians are going to look very dissimilar.
Let's take a closer look. T he Coat - While just about every dog breed has a changeover from puppy to adult fur as they grow, this change is very pronounced with the Pomeranian breed. Most of you know this as the 'Puppy Ugly' stage. Poms are born with soft, short coats and this is often just 1 layer of fur. Sometime around 4 to 9 months of age, the coat rapidly falls out. During this time, Poms can look very funny and odd, hence the term ' Puppy Uglies '. The adult, double coat grows in by the age of 10 to 14 months and the Pomeranian looks completely different.
As an adult, the inner layer is now very dense. The outer layer is comprised of longer guard hairs. Another vital element to note is that during this time of change, the coloring often changes as well and this can make a huge difference for each individual Pomeranian.
Body Structure - Pom puppies are rather round. Legs are short, the snout is small. They are rather stout and plump. However, there are many changes that occur as a Pom grows. The legs, snout and back will lengthen. This creates a much leaner body. While a very fluffy coat may conceal this a bit, an adult Pom looks very different than a younger puppy with a much more lean, longer body.
This in and of itself makes Poms look very different from each other. The purebred Pomeranian is a Spitz breed that developed characteristics necessary for survival in the harsh arctic climate. The Pomeranian is a small, compact, dainty dog. He displays great glamour with his crowning glory- a dense, double coat, made up of long, harsh, standoff guard hairs and a soft woolly undercoat. A Pomeranian has a short-coupled solid body, fine-boned, short neck, neat and compact cat-like feet.
The Pomeranian should move soundly with grace and style. Pomeranians have a dense double coat for protection from the elements. The Pomeranian has short hair on the face. The Pomeranian comes in a range of colors. They can be born black, brown, or cream. However, the most common color is orange. How big do pomeranian dogs get? The Pomeranian ideally weighs 4 to 5 pounds 1. The female Pomeranian is preferred to be a little larger than the male Pomeranian dog.
Pomeranian puppies will usually stop growing around their first birthday. However, they can continue to grow for another 6 months. A Pom dog is officially classed as a Pomeranian adult at 12 months of age. Some Pomeranians are finished growing at 1 year, whilst other Pom dogs may not be Pomeranian adult size until about 18 months.
This Pomeranian Head is full of character. Its eyes are bright and expressive. A correct-shaped Pomeranian head is an essential part of the breed. A correct Pomeranian head should be wide behind the jaw and come gradually to a fine muzzle. A lengthy muzzle results in the loss of the essential wedge and the Pomeranian will have a shepherd-like look.
If the jaw is far too short, the Pomeranian will possess a muzzle much like a Chihuahua. The skull should not be round domed in shape. Pomeranians with abundant head coat may often give the illusion of having a rounder-shaped head than desired. As a standard guideline, the tip of the nose to the stop and from the stop to the back of the head will measure in the majority of Pomeranians.
Pomeranian ears are small and pointy. The ears need to be small and well-positioned not set too low down. I have never seen a Pomeranian with ears too small, usually, the problem is the ears are either set too wide apart, too large, or both. The breed standard calls for small ears in the Pomeranian dog. The reason is that Pomeranians originated from parts of the Northern Hemisphere. This part of the world experiences temperatures as low as minus 30 degrees Celsius during the winter months.
Poms have small ears because they need to survive in freezing cold habitats and need low ratios of volume to the surface area. Pomeranian ancestors had to conserve every bit of heat possible while they fought to survive the harsh Arctic winter months. Pomeranian eye color should be dark.
Pomeranian eyes should be medium-sized and most importantly, almond-shaped. Incorrect eye shape and that important Pomeranian expression is lost.
How many teeth do Pomeranians have? Puppies have 28 temporary teeth which start erupting at 3 to 4 weeks of age in most toy breeds. Poms should have 42 permanent teeth by the time they are 6 to 8 months of age. Owning a Pomeranian These tips can help you keep your Pomeranian happy and healthy: Take care on hot days.
Pomeranians can be very sensitive to heat, so limit time outside when the temperature is soaring and look for signs of heatstroke , such as panting, a bright red tongue, or pale gums. Be careful in the cold too. Although they have a thick coat, they can get cold easily and might resist going outside on bad weather days.
It can be useful to paper train your Pomeranian for times like this. Offer them dog safe toys. These dogs are typically very active and love to bark. Giving them chew toys or treat-filled puzzle toys can help focus their energy and quiet them down. Make sure they exercise. Although they can get a good workout just by running around your home or apartment, you still need to make sure they are getting enough activity to stay healthy.
Brush them daily. A daily brushing will help reduce shedding and keep that puffy fur in top shape. You should also bathe your dog occasionally with a mild dog shampoo and keep their nails trimmed. Clean their teeth. Top 10 Illness Claims The Pomeranian is a relatively healthy breed, but they can be prone to certain conditions. Diabetes — Be careful not to overfeed these little dogs to help prevent obesity, which can lead to diabetes and health problems like joint pain.
Seizures — If your dog has a seizure, seek help immediately. They can be caused by heatstroke, exposure to a toxic substance, or even epilepsy. Hypothyroidism — This condition occurs when the thyroid gland does not produce enough hormones to properly regulate metabolism.
Diarrhea — Diarrhea can be caused by a number of things including eating spoiled food out of the garbage, food allergies, parasites, or illnesses. Collapsed Trachea — This problem is prevalent in toy dogs and happens when the cartilage in the trachea weakens and causes it to collapse.
Signs of a collapsed trachea include excessive coughing or a cough that sounds like a goose honking. Eye Conditions — Pomeranians can be prone to a number of eye issues, such as cataracts, progressive retinal atrophy, tear duct problems and conjunctivitis.
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