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The Pomeranian
To Come!
Pomeranians at a Glance |
| Breed Class: |
Toy Breed
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| Coloring: |
All colors and patterns are accepted by the AKC. Just to name a few: Orange, red, white, cream, blue, brown and black. Many Pomeranians are parti-colored, and usually have a white/cream undercoat. |
| Weight: |
3-7 pounds is the AKC standard, some can be up to 15 pounds |
| Height: |
7-12 inches
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| Coat: |
Soft, dense undercoat with a straight, profuse harsh-textured outer coat |
| Shedding: |
Medium
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| Disposition: |
Outgoing, Friendly, Active
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| Child Friendly?: |
Yes
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| Housebreaking: |
Medium, some can urinate when excited
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| Health Issues: |
Dental issues, luxating patella, eye infections, heart conditions, skin conditions that can lead to bald spots in later years, fragile bones that easily break. |
| Life Expecancy: |
12-15 years
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