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Some of the questions involved in buying a
Pomeranian have simple answers and other questions
are a bit tougher to answer. Nevertheless, the
bottom line is that the person considering a
Pomeranian, or any purebred dog, should make sure
that the breed fits the family lifestyle and home.
Of course, with the Pomeranian, size is not a
problem when it comes to living space, as this is a
toy breed that seldom weighs more than 6 or 7
pounds. However, the tiny dog can be at risk for
injury if the family has small children who may be
too rough with the new pet.
In addition to this, the process of buying a
Pomeranian should always involve visiting at
least three good breeders. This gives you a chance
to compare living conditions for the puppies and to
see how the breeder treats his young dogs. Anyone
who is thinking of buying a purebred puppy should
read as much as possible about the breed, asking
tons of questions. When buying a purebred dog, you
should always ask to see both parents of the puppy
and you should ask about guarantees, in case the
young dog gets seriously ill or dies soon after you
bring it home.
Early socialization is very important when bringing
home a new puppy. It is difficult for any puppy to
get used to a new home. The new surroundings can be
confusing and even scary. There may be many new
people to get used to as well. These factors make it
even more important that the puppy has had the first
8 to 10 weeks of its life to become a bit more calm
and comfortable around other dogs and the people who
work with the breeder. This is the basis of
socialization. The breeder should spend plenty of
time with the young dogs, sometimes playing with
them and at least taking time to interact with them
every day for the first few weeks.
When you get your new puppy home, the process of
socialization continues. Your pet now has to get
used to you, other family members, and maybe even
other pets. In the first few days, it may be a good
idea to play with the puppy using safe, soft toys
made for a dog of this size. Always watch for
problems such as small pieces or parts that may
cause choking or may damage the small, sharp teeth
of the Pomeranian.
Some early training can be incorporated into the
first few days in the new home, but be patient. The
Pomeranian is an energetic and active dog but it may
take some time for the pet to really understand that
you want it to stop or sit or whatever simply idea
you are working with. If you want to try, a soft
collar so that your Pomeranian gets used to it,
again, be patient. It may take a few days for the
puppy to become comfortable with this.
Another good source of information on Pomeranians
might be one of the many local, regional, or
national clubs devoted entirely to this popular
breed. Experienced owners of Pomeranians in these
clubs are usually very open to answering questions
that will help you keep your pet happy and healthy.
Most of these groups have regular meetings, some
even produce pamphlets, and booklets that may help
before you begin visiting breeders.
If you are thinking about bringing a beautiful
Pomeranian home, prepare yourself with plenty of
information and be prepared to ask many questions.
If you do this, and choose the right breeder, your
experience with the Pomeranian can be a great one.
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