I have always liked Pomeranians and I live in a small apartment. I have done homework on Poms but I think it'd be best to hear from actual owner experience. How are Pomeranians as far as temperament, behavior, and care goes? Would you recommend them as good pets? What are some advantages/disadvantages of their breed?
2007-03-10 03:15:42 · 9 answers · asked by Dusk 6 in Pets ➔ Dogs
I love my pom. She is just over a year and extremely hyper even though we have had her spayed. She is very friendly but jumpy. She does really good with our 2y/o son but sometimes she does play a little rough. She is a larger pom around 7lbs. We are working on training. As for disadvantages she sheds a lot and needs lots grooming. However in the summer we have her shaved down so she is easier to take care of. They can be temperamental but it's all in the training. You need to show that you are the alpha dog.They also get board easily so make sure they get lots of exercise and has their own toys. A board dog is a destructive dog !
Here is her pic not the best though.
http://i93.photobucket.com/albums/l76/aprildc82/Dogs/100_9832.jpg
2007-03-10 03:27:50 · answer #1 · answered by aprildc82 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋
In my opinion, Pom's are absolutely great pets - I own 3 beautiful little boys and they are the light of my life. The Pom is everything you could wish for in a dog and more - intelligent, free spirited, affectionate, and fun. This toy breed loves attention, and is of the utmost loyal in all. The Pom is a great companion and gets along well with most other dogs/cats. They have an attitude that is much larger than their size and are very independent. Pomeranians do make excellent companions, and are the perfect addition to any family when trained properly. Poms are not really suitable pets for a family with very young children. Although, they love kids, Poms do not take kindly to being rough handled and can be seriously injured by children who are not old enough to know better or understand.
2016-03-28 22:41:53 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The answer is, it really depends on the owner. My Grandma used to raise and breed poms and I had one my entire childhood. They are smart and the males can be very protective (don't be fooled by their small size, they can bite someone who is threatening you just as good as a big dog!) but they can be yappers. The larger males (not toys) tend to yap less than the females do. They are wonderful lap dogs but their coat is a lot to take care of and maintain. They get a lot of naps and stickers and grass in there and if you don't brush them daily you are looking at a trip to a groomer. They are very easy to train if you know what you are doing and crate or pen training is a lot easier because of their size. As pups they require a lot of attention and usually don't like to sleep unless there is a warm heating pad or hot water bottle near them to simulate their mother. They aren't real needy once they are adults and they can be a lot of fun if your personalities mesh.
We had a Rottie and a Pom my entire childhood and they were best friends but that Pom kept the Rottie in check most days. Poms are a more high maintenance animal than a larger dog might be so be sure you have plenty of chew toys and treats for them.
2007-03-10 03:29:19 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I personally never owned a pom (only big breeds for me,) but a very close friend did. It was a really sweet dog and was okay with small children. The only problem I had with the dog was that it yapped A LOT and would sometimes nip at people.
2007-03-10 03:55:51 · answer #4 · answered by KS 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I'm not an owner but I am familar and they are protective and fiesty (got bit too). Research dogs by size and temperment on the web-look on the breeders official sites etc. Try a Japanese Chin. They are about the size and look of a shitzhu (?) but I love mine! I didn't want barky (he gaurds the door but isn't constant-you know) a digger, or big poop(ha) to clean up because we have smaller property. Mine is larger at 12.5 lbs but average is about 7-11lbs. I call him my internet dog as I couldn't find a local breeder and had him flown out to me! He cleans himself like a cat and goes everywhere with me-curls up in the corner...he also gets along great with other dogs and my 2 cats and I wash him in the laundry sink. I'm very happy. Check into miniture poodles or toy terriers (teacup) too- the poodles are very smart but they are barky.
2007-03-10 03:30:28 · answer #5 · answered by ARTmom 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
My mom bought a pomeranian a few months back. It has already broken two legs, bit my sister which led to her two dogs (sheba enu) to maul it and the had to break it up and take it to have its belly stitched back together. It yips a lot. They sound rather hyper and high strung, so shop around and make sure you find a reputable breeder. Spend some time with the parents, see what their temperament is.
2007-03-10 03:26:59 · answer #6 · answered by daix 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
They can be yappy and loud. They are very loyal to one person. We used to breed them also if long hair may need bathing more often. some times yap at bigger dogs . ask your next door neighbor if they are ok. with a yappy dog. i now have female cockatiel she has been such a good pet . My Guardian Angel
2007-03-10 03:30:44 · answer #7 · answered by Grand pa 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My mom had one and she was the sweetest loving dog ever. She just passed away from old age and is sorely missed. Great house dog,
2007-03-10 04:25:08 · answer #8 · answered by katie d 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
my friend breeds and sells them but I kn. fr. hearing her complain they are very tempermental.
2007-03-10 03:24:05 · answer #9 · answered by luminous 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋