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Pomeranian
Nickname: Poms
Breed origin: Historical region of Pomerania (present day Germany and Poland)
Original purpose: Herding sheep and pulling sleds (larger ancestors).
AKC recognized: 1888
AKC group: Toy
Size:
Weight: 3 to 7 lbs
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Color: Black and tan, brindle, or white with any other color distributed in patches.
General characteristics/temperament: The Pomeranian is intelligent, alert, outgoing, and vivacious. They love to please and make great companions and family pets. They are energetic and need lots of attention from their family, but because of their small size their exercise requirements are easily met. They are gregarious and love to be with their family. They are alert and inquisitive, and will bark an alert when there's anything unusual.
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Good with children? Yes if properly socialized with them.
Good watchdog? Yes
OK in apartments? Yes
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Intelligent? Highly
Easy to train? Yes
Energy/Activity Level: High
Suitable canine sports/activities: obedience, agility, tracking, flyball, therapy, hearing dog
Grooming requirement: Brush twice a week to prevent mats. Bathe infrequently as needed.
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Other websites for additional information:
American Kennel Club breed page
American Pomeranian Club
Wikipedia breed information page
American Pomeranian Club Rescue
DogBreedMatch
