| Let's get one thing straight from the beginning, there is | | | | And then there's the added risk of broken bones. |
| no such thing as a tea cup Pomeranian. Nor is there a | | | | Plenty of tiny dogs have broken bones while jumping |
| toy, pocket or miniature pom. Anyone selling you pom | | | | of their owner's lap or couch. Their tiny bones are so |
| with the above names is a fraud more interested in | | | | fragile, tripping over your dog could be a death |
| making money than making sure his/her puppies go to | | | | sentence. |
| a good family. | | | | Don't get me wrong, I think poms are a great breed. I |
| A Pomeranian should way 3 to 7lbs, depending on | | | | just want to warn you for scrupulous breeders trying |
| whether it's a male or a female. The height varies | | | | to make a buck of the latest rage. |
| between 8 to 11 inches. The weight and size is defined | | | | Search for a reputable breeder. One that raises the |
| by the AKC. If the breeder claims anything else, think | | | | puppies in his/her home and allows you to visit them |
| twice about buying there. | | | | several times. Make sure the breeder selects on |
| This small but feisty dog is one of the smallest dog | | | | character and health, not just beauty. Would you rather |
| breeds available. It's about the same size as a | | | | have a healthy pom that's maybe a little on the large |
| chihuahua. Breeding dogs that are any smaller would | | | | side, or one that would be considered a tea cup |
| be inhuman. Many so called "toy" dog breeds suffer | | | | Pomeranian that you have to take to the vet every |
| from all sorts of health problems. Chihuahuas for | | | | other week? If you care about your future dog, and I'm |
| example can develop serious problems as their brains | | | | positive you do, I know you'll make the right decision. |
| can grow larger than their skulls. | | | | |