| The frisky Pomeranian, a member of the toy | | | | threatened. Because of their protective nature, |
| group, makes a loyal, friendly pet. Pomerania's are | | | | Pomeranian dogs tend to be suspicious of |
| ideal pets for seniors, singles and city dwellers or | | | | strangers and treat new people with caution, and |
| anyone living in a small space. | | | | they often voice these suspicions by yapping |
| Some groups of dog breeds are classified by their | | | | incessantly when meeting new people, especially |
| ability to do labor, like the working group, the | | | | on their home turf. |
| sporting group and the hound group. The working | | | | Such a strong-willed dog requires a confident |
| group performs services like guarding property | | | | owner who is not afraid to take charge of the |
| and rescuing the lost. Examples of dogs in the | | | | dog and show it who is boss. If the Pomeranian's |
| working group are the Great Dane, Samoyed and | | | | cocky behavior gets out of hand, it can lead to |
| Siberian Husky. The sporting group includes | | | | neurotic behaviors like biting, snapping, moodiness |
| setters, spaniels, pointers, and retrievers, who like | | | | and general unpleasantness. |
| to hunt and do field work. Some dogs in the | | | | Many Pomeranians get along well with other dogs |
| hound group, like the Bloodhound and Basset | | | | that are household companions, but they are |
| Hound, have an extraordinary sense of smell so | | | | territorial and will try to chase strange dogs, even |
| they can track prey. | | | | dogs that are substantially bigger than they are. |
| In contrast to these hard working specialists, dogs | | | | With appropriate training, the Pomeranian dog can |
| in the toy group have been bred for human | | | | be an excellent pet. Socialize the Pomeranian early |
| companionship. Toy dogs like the Chihuahua, the | | | | on to avoid his developing bad habits like sharp or |
| English Toy Spaniel, and the Pomeranian want to | | | | shrill barking. Start housebreaking at an early age |
| be at their master's side at all times. That's why a | | | | to get the best results. |
| Pomeranian makes such an excellent pet, | | | | The majority of Pomeranians, puppies and adult |
| especially for seniors, singles and people who live | | | | dogs alike, can be trained and socialized to be |
| in small apartments or trailers. | | | | loyal, manageable companions. To be sure, your |
| Pomeranians are confident to the point of | | | | Pomeranian will provide you with endless |
| cockiness, secure in their position as faithful | | | | entertainment and more than enough |
| sidekick to the leader of the pack. Your | | | | companionship to ward off loneliness. |
| Pomeranian dog will command your attention, so | | | | If you decide to get a puppy, ask your breeder |
| be ready to provide it. These little dogs have | | | | to suggest an obedience trainer. If you are getting |
| giant personalities. They are alert, intelligent, | | | | an older dog or a rescue Pomeranian, spend some |
| inquisitive and animated. | | | | time with the dog to see what its temperament |
| Pomeranian's become extremely attached to their | | | | is like, and seek professional training help if you |
| masters, and can be very protective in situations | | | | run into obedience issues. |
| where they perceive their master is being | | | | |