(Pictures Inside) Why doesn't my pomeranian puppy look like others at the same age?

Question

I more mean his coat. It is not as fluffy as other pomeranians his age. I don't have him yet, since he is still with the breeder, but I have been comparing him to other ones the same age and pet quality like himself. He is 6+ weeks old in the pictures, and his coat is not nearly as poofy as other pommies at 6 weeks... Will his coat grow or will he end up being one of those poms with a short coat? His parents have nice coats but they looked way more thick as puppies.

Here is one of him at 6 weeks old:
http://i144.photobucket.com/albums/r193/hillary0x/IMG_TOBY18.jpg
Here are two of him at 6 weeks old and 5 days:
http://i144.photobucket.com/albums/r193/hillary0x/IMG_TOBY26.jpg
http://i144.photobucket.com/albums/r193/hillary0x/IMG_TOBY27.jpg

Thank you all for the help and opinions.
I will love him all the same, just curious.

he IS a full blooded pomeranian, I have seen his parents pedigrees. He has a pointier nose because thats just what some pomeranians look like.

Here is a picture of his mom:
http://i144.photobucket.com/albums/r193/hillary0x/PPupppyyypomers.gif

Here is one of the dad:
http://i144.photobucket.com/albums/r193/hillary0x/dddsea.gif

Answer 1

OMG! Hes a cutie.

Puppy's of all breeds have different coats than adult dogs. The information the woman at your shelter gave you is true. At 4-6 months, the adult coat usually grows in. Don't be surprised if you see lots of fuzz in your puppy's brush when grooming him during this time.

I don't know why you would try to rush your puppy's adult coat to grow in. Genetics play a leading role in determining what type of coat your dog will have.
Simple grooming is all your puppy needs at this point, as he ages the adult coat will grow in naturally.

Adding an "essential fatty acid" supplement (Omega 3 and 6) to your puppy's diet will increase the gloss and sheen of his coat. These fatty acids must be given daily, they also help keep the skin in good condition. Speak to your vet regarding how much to give.

Coming from a shelter, your puppy may not have had the best quality food. That could account for his coat seeming too thin. Feeding your puppy a high quality diet will help his coat grow in nicely. If you switch foods, do so gradually, over a period of 5-7 days. Switching food too quickly can cause vomiting and diarrhea.

If your vet thinks the puppy is younger than 18 weeks, then he probably is. Here is a web site with info on what age the different puppy teeth grow in, a reliable way of knowing how old a puppy is:
http://www.petplace.com/dogs/how-old-is-this-puppy/page1.aspx

Unlike your puppy's coat which doesn't need much care at this age, your puppy's teeth matter a great deal. This is the time to get your puppy used to having his teeth brushed. It is important for Pomeranians to receive excellent dental care, since they are prone to tooth loss. Regular cleaning is a must. Dry food is recommended to aid in keeping teeth and gums healthy, but it's not a substitute for tooth brushing.

Answer 2

Many people love the idea of owning a dog but one thing that they have to keep in mind often times, is that the dog needs to be trained. While the pet may look heart-breakingly cute when it's in a shelter or at the pound, picking out the dog is only the first part of the relationship between dog owner and the animal. Many people don't understand that they have to put time and effort into socializing the dog.

An unsocialized dog will intimidate others, tear up the home, and will create an environment that can become so bad that the it will have to be returned. Many times when dogs have to be returned to shelters or to other resources, it will end up euthanized, which is very heartbreaking. All of this can be spared if a person learns the various techniques in order to socialize the dog.

One thing that they have to understand is that the he wants to be told what to do. It's in the canine nature to follow a leader. The dog will be more than willing to obey the leadership of its master. Here's a look at some common techniques that are used in dog training:

"Dog Whispering"

This is a technique that has been around for a while, but gained national notoriety over the last 10 years. Some people might hear this term and wonder how in the world whispering to a dog can train it! Whispering isn't meant to be taken literally in this case. As trainers have shown, whispering is a term that refers to connecting with a being or an entity on a very deep and almost spiritual level. When it comes to dog training techniques, dog whispering involves careful observation of the dog's behavior and actions.

It literally entails getting inside the mind and the behavior system of the canine. When a person uses dog whispering techniques, they interact with the dog on the canine level. Again, one the most common mistakes that people make is treating the dog like a small human being.

"Reward Training"

Reward training is very simple and it's one of the older tricks that works. This is a simple method of training the dog by positive reinforcement. Once he does what it is told to do, it receives a treat. How this works is that the dog owner must entice the dog towards the treat. Once the canine develops awareness for the treat, it develops a strong desire for it. When the desire for it is extremely strong, the dog owner pulls back. Then the dog receives a command and when the dog obeys the command, it receives the treat. The object is to make the dog associate a treat with the command.

"Clicker Training"

Other dog training techniques include one that is similar to reward training, which is called clicker training. How this works is that the clicker is incorporated to get the dog's attention. The clicker is clicked as a form of communication with the dog. It learns that there is a command or reward associated in conjunction with the clicker. Many people claim that this is fun, and they actually make a game with the dog by using the clicker for their dog training tasks.

"Ultrasonic Whistle"

Last, a relatively new form of dog training technique is called the ultrasonic whistle. This works because the ultrasonic sound is only heard by the dog. When the owner is trying to communicate a command, or stop the dog from barking, they will blow on their whistle when they want to communicate a command to the dog. The benefit of this is that the humans can't hear this noise, but the dog can hear it, and they will learn to associate the sound with a command.

Dog training techniques aren't hard to incorporate, but they are something that absolutely must be incorporated from the time a dog owner brings their new dog home. No matter how old or how young the dog is, they will need training. Once they are trained properly, they will be a wonderful addition to one's family.

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Answer 3

His coat looks fine, that is his puppy coat and that will all fall out as he starts to grow.
Dogs like that usually do not get their beautiful coat until they reach maturity. I raised Shetland Sheepdogs and the males didn't have full coat until they were about two years old. If you have seen the mother and father and they have good coats, your pup should also have a good coat.
Don't worry about his coat, love him for what he is.

Answer 4

Well I'm sorry your puppy isn't the same as others his age. There are two possibilities 1: The dog isn't a Pomeranian he looks like a shi-tzu 2:He has an illness in which it causes him to have short fur.

Answer 5

Does this breeder happen to have shih tzus that she breeds too? Or perhaps a male shih tzu for a neighbor dog?
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I just read the comments above mine. The person who suggested it was a shih mix is correct. I bred them for many years, and honestly, that dog has shih tzu in it. I would bet money on it. It's beautiful, but it's not a full blooded pom. They have poitier noses and less hairy faces. I have had both breeds. That's not a full blooded pom.
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I know the breeder says he is a full blooded pom and has registered him as one. I know the dogs she says are Mom and Dad are poms. I understand that. I am just telling you that not all breeders are honorable and people can even make honest mistakes. And this dog looks like it has shih tzu in it. I could be wrong, but I have had hundreds of shih tzu puppies and even a few shih-poms. This puppy looks like it has shih tzu in its blood line. I just know that because I sold them for many years. Shih tzu crosses are wonderful little dogs. I like the crosses with poms and pekes better than either poms or pekes themselves. So don't get mad or defensive. I am just telling you what I see from my past experiences. ok? I am not trying to be mean. I just don't want you to end up paying super big prices for something unless it is really worth it. And even if it is a mix, it is still a wonderful puppy. The mix cuts shedding and barking and nippyness. I prefer the mix to the purebred pom. But don't pay an extravagant amount for something if it is not worth it. Know what you are buying.

Answer 6

Your pom should get a coat like others. Right now he just has his baby hair. That will actually all go away and he will get his fluffy coat as he get older. Don't worry---he is soooooo cute. He looks just as fluffy as other poms I have seen.

Answer 7

Hey there could be a genetic thing that happened to all of the puppies or maybe to just a couple he might grow out of it or he might just have a shorter coat but there cute either way

Answer 8

Pictures Of Pomeranian Puppies

Answer 9

Your Pom is very cute!

There can be several factors... He just may naturally not have as much hair. His undercoat may not be as think. Which would all lead to him being sold as a pet quality pup.

Just enjoy him. Poms have great personalities...

Answer 10

I think he looks pretty normal for a pom puppy. His fur will grow as he gets older, and his color will change too. He will eventually look pretty much like his parents.