Thursday, July 27, 2017

The World Of White Pomeranians

By Diane Foster


The Pomeranian is a popular breed of 'toy' dog, purposely bred to a small size. Those who are interested in white Pomeranians should be especially careful in choosing their breeder, since this color is usually achieved by careful selection of partners and can result in lesser overly quality. The best thing is to take great care to meet the puppy and its parents, to check all of them for temperament. A vet's examination is vital to make sure there are no incipient health problems.

Of course, any dog you want to adopt should be checked by a vet to ensure basic good health. This is especially important with this breed, because it's impossible not to fall in love with them. You don't want to have twelve to sixteen years of partnership with a dog who has genetic problems, if you can help it. Check out the breeder carefully and try to talk to people who have already bought puppies from the kennel.

The Pom was developed from Icelandic and Lapp Spitzes. These sled dogs were bred down in size in Pomerania, a country on the Baltic Sea that no longer exists. The region is now part of Germany and Poland. The breed was recognized by the Kennel Clubs in 1888.

People who know them say that they are wonderful dogs. Adjectives include intelligent, lively, inquisitive, active, playful, animated, spritely, extroverted, alert, vivacious, and bold. Did you hear about the Pom that saved its Labrador housemate from a bear? The ideal is 3 to 7 pounds, 6 or 7 inches high, with a fluffy coat, curly tail, and a bright, foxy face.

They are great watchdogs but will not be yappy if properly trained. Their natural aggression is tempered by socialization; they should be allowed to meet and greet people and other pets from an early age. Even if shy, they are not biters; they merely keep away from strangers by barking and retreating under the table. Puppies are hard to housebreak but adults usually do well if allowed outside at regular intervals.

The white color is hard to stabilize. Merely breeding white to white usually doesn't work, which is a good thing. Breeding for color alone will often produce dogs of inferior quality and health. There are different shades of white. The most prized is 'ice', while 'ivory' is a creamier shade. The show people don't want any lemon tinge to the coat. A white puppy may turn palely parti-colored as it matures.

This is such a great animal that, unless you want to show competitively, it may be better to look first for health and personality and then later for color. If you really want the unusual color, it seems that breeders who mix the 'wolf sable' color with 'cream sable' are getting the best results. Remember that responsible dog owners don't want to encourage unscrupulous breeders by buying from people who may even be mistreating these lively little companion dogs with confinement and endless litter production.

The photos online are fun to look at. It is easy to see why these dogs are so popular; even in pictures they beckon to be part of your life. They need lots of love, regular grooming, and all the attention they can get.




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