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The tiny Pomeranian, long a favorite of royals and commoners alike, has been called the ideal companion. The glorious coat, smiling, foxy face, and vivacious personality have helped make the Pom one of the world's most popular toy breeds.

The Pomeranian combines a tiny body (no more than seven pounds) and a commanding big-dog demeanor. The abundant double coat, with its frill extending over the chest and shoulders, comes in almost two dozen colors, and various patterns and markings, but is most commonly seen in orange or red.

Alert and intelligent, Pomeranians are easily trained and make fine watchdogs and perky pets for families with children old enough to know the difference between a toy dog and a toy. Poms are active but can be exercised with indoor play and short walks, so they are content in both the city and suburbs. They will master tricks and games with ease, though their favorite activity is providing laughs and companionship to their special human.

Pomeranians Facts

1. The name of the breed comes from Pomerania, which is the region of Northern Europe where they originated.
2. They are also known affectionately as Poms or Pom Poms.
3. These small dogs typically weigh around 4 to 7 pounds, but they’re descended from big sled dogs. Hard to believe, right?
4. Pomeranians weren’t always so little. They used to weigh as much as 20 to 30 pounds before being bred down in size by Queen Victoria of England.
5. Despite their small stature, they are famous for thinking they can take on big dogs with their little bark. This makes socializing a Pomeranian with other dogs important in order to avoid aggressive behavior.
6. Martin Luther, a leader of the Protestant Reformation, had a Pomeranian named Belferlein who he often mentioned in his writing.
7. Mozart dedicated an aria to Pimperl who was his beloved Pomeranian.v
8. Michelangelo had a Pomeranian by his side as he painted the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel.
9. Pomeranians can make wonderful therapy dogs. They are also trained as hearing assistance dogs.
10. Despite their furry coat, they don’t require a lot of grooming other than regular brushing, which can help reduce shedding.