Small dogs are all the rage. Of course, Pomeranians are already quite small - but what if you want only the best-of-the-best, the smallest-of-the-small? You'll want a miniature Pomeranian!
1. There is technically no such thing as a "miniature Pomeranian", a "teacup Pomeranian", a "toy Pomeranian" or any other small-size class of the Pom. The AKC does not recognize any of these terms, so everyone has their own "definition" of what a miniature Pomeranian really is. Any dog above 5 pounds fully-grown really cannot be ethically called a miniature.
2. Beware of backyard breeders advertising miniature Pomeranians. Since there is technically no definition of a mini, they can legally say it's a mini no matter how large it will eventually grow up to be. It's worth mentioning, however, that there are some specialty breeders that only breed teacups. Just make sure they have a very good reputation before trusting them.
3. To make sure you're not getting ripped off when looking at a miniature Pomeranian puppy, ask to meet the pup's parents. Puppies usually grow up to be about the same size as their mom and dad, so this will at least give you something to work with.
4. Females usually grow to be slightly larger than males. If you want the tiniest dog possible, you'll probably want a male.
5. If a female is incredibly small (3 pounds full grown or less), she should be spayed as soon as possible and under no circumstances should she be bred. At that size, giving birth will very likely be fatal. Always ask your vet for his or her advice before breeding any miniature Pomeranian.
6. Some health issues may be more common in smaller dogs. Ask many questions about the bloodlines and any common health issues (knee problems, trachea collapse, and so on). As touchy of a subject as it is, asking about the average lifespan of these dogs is a good idea. It's important to make sure your Pom has strong genes and a family history of long-life.
7. Since smaller dogs have less fat storage, low blood sugar can be a huge problem. Pomeranians are already very prone to it, and a miniature Pomeranian will be even more likely to suffer from it. Learn to recognize the signs and treat it immediately. It sounds like no big deal, but low blood sugar can be fatal to a dog.
8. If you have a yard you plan on letting your dog run in, make a very close inspection of your fence before taking the puppy home. Many fences have gaps along the bottom or the area where the fence meets the house. Nobody wants their Pom to run away just because a quick fence inspection wasn't performed. Fix any problem areas before taking the dog home.
9. Evaluate your household situation. Larger dogs and even older children can seriously injure or even kill a miniature Pomeranian by complete accident. The smaller the dog is, the more delicate it is. These dogs should be treated with the utmost possible care.
10. Have fun! There are a lot of possibilities that open up with you own a mini dog. They don't take up much space, don't eat that much, and are easy to carry around. Take your dog on road-trips, get a fashionable dog carrier and take him with you when you leave the house - even dress him up in tiny clothes if that's your cup of tea!
With these tips, you'll be off to a great start - but there's still much more to learn about Pomeranians, so do adequate research before making any decision!
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