The Pomeranian is a breed of dog of the Spitz type, named for the Pomerania region in Central Europe.
Classed as a toy dog breed because of its small size, the Pomeranian is descended from the larger Spitz type dogs, specifically the German Spitz.
They are compact but sturdy dogs with an abundant textured coat and a highly plumed tail set high and flat.
The top coat forms a ruff of fur on the neck, which Poms are well known for. They also have a fringe of feathery hair on the hindquarters.
The Pomeranian comes in the widest variety of colors of any dog breed, including white, black, brown, red, orange, cream, blue, sable, black and tan, brown and tan, spotted, brindle, plus combinations of those colors.
Pomeranians have a thick double coat, and while grooming is not difficult, breeders recommend that it be done daily to maintain the quality of the coat, and because of its thickness and the constant shedding, trimming is suggested every 1–2 months.
Pomeranians are typically a very friendly, playful and lively breed of dogs.
The life expectancy of a Pomeranian is 12 to 16 years.
