The Pomeranian : Good Professional Therapy Dogs

Thu, 25 Jan 2007 09:02:53 PST

The Pomeranian is a toy-sized member of the German Spitz family of dogs. Some of the Pomeranian's relatives include the Samoyed, Keeshond, Siberian Husky, Alaskan Malamute, Norwegian Elkhound, Finnish Spitz, Chow Chow and American Eskimo. The Pomeranian had ancestors who were used by the Nordic people as sled pulling dogs and to herd reindeer. Of course, these ancestors were much larger than our present day Pomeranian. Today's Pomeranian is well suited to city and suburban households. They are alert and highly intelligent, very active little dogs, which are easily trained. Many Pomeranians successfully compete in obedience, agility, tracking and flyball.

Pomeranians: Noisy and Snappish to Petted and Pampered

Thu, 18 Jan 2007 11:25:10 PST

This breed in its early years was noted to be rather noisy, snappish and even dangerous to children. Today the Pomeranian is one of the most petted and pampered of the toy breeds. He continues to gain popularity and is today fairly popular as a house pet.