Volpino di Pomerania: 10 things to know before adopting one

If you are considering adopting a Pomeranian there are some things you absolutely must know before welcoming it into your family such as its peculiar characteristics that will help you to fully understand the character and needs of this breed.

He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him

Pomeranian, Pomeranian Spitz, German Volpino and even the diminutive “Pom” are many names used by dog owners and enthusiasts to refer to a tiny dog, but with a character that is anything but small: the Volpino di Pomerania.

This breed has a lot to offer to those who, for one reason or another, prefer to adopt a dog of small size, but an excellent guardian, that they can carry with them easily. All characteristics that belong to a Pomeranian Volpino. Let's find out more about the peculiar traits of this breed originating from Germany.

Here are 10 things to know before adopting a Pomeranian:

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It barks a lot and insistently

This breed, as well as other small breed dogs, tend to bark continuously for the slightest thing. A Volpino di Pomerania is in fact a very noisy dog and it is good to know it immediately because, even with the right education given since it is a puppy, frequent barking is part of its character and does not seem to fade with time.

He can guard perfectly

Thanks to its high-pitched and persistent voice, the Pomeranian is an excellent watchdog. Would you ever have said that? Behind that soft and graceful coat lies the spirit of a doc guardian also because the type of breed to which it belongs, the Spitz, was originally a shepherd dog and attracted the attention of its owner through a loud yelp.

He makes a great house dog

However, howls aside, the Pomeranian is fully considered an apartment dog. It does not require a lot of physical activity at all, which is essential for large dogs. Often it is the long walks that tire this breed and knock it out.

He is very wary of strangers

The Volpino di Pomerania establishes a very strong bond with its owner and the other members of the family nucleus, but the same does not happen at all with strangers. Towards those who do not know, this dog is very suspicious and tends to stay on top of him, but with an ever vigilant look to defend his loved ones and discourage new acquaintances from approaching him and his family. It usually takes some time to get approval from a Pomeranian.

He has iron health

You may not believe it, but a Pomeranian is in excellent health and has a rather long life expectancy. It is not uncommon to hear Pomeranian Spitz celebrating 20 or 21 years, once again thanks to the origin of this dog: the Spitz group is in general very robust and strong.

He is very clever

He is small, sweet and may almost look like a stuffed animal, but of course a Pomeranian is also very crafty and will not always respond to your commands as his cunning may get the better of you. His temper certainly does not go unnoticed, but be careful not to give in to his sweet eyes. It's all part of the game.

It relates well to children

The Volpino di Pomerania is a family dog and can relate well to the little ones. Important, as in all things, is the approach and knowledge that must not generate stress in the animal because a Pomeranian naturally knows how to bite if he feels in danger. Also pay attention to its paws that could get hurt in too energetic games and the animal could react accordingly.

Volpino di Pomerania: characteristics, education, diseases and curiosities

The coat darkens with age

The hair of the Volpino di Pomerania is very whimsical and comes in many shades, although the most common color is orange. Its coat should be brushed regularly to remove knots, dirt and bugs. As it ages, the animal's coat tends to darken, but don't worry, this is how it works for this breed.

He suffers a lot from the heat

Like many other breeds, the Pomeranian is very sensitive to high temperatures. When the thermometer exceeds the seasonal peaks, it is good to keep the animal cool to avoid a possible heat stroke. Better to prefer evening walks and avoid going out at peak times.

He is a famous dog

Not only on social networks where there is a very popular Pomeranian named Boo, this breed has been appreciated almost everywhere in the world, thanks also to the push of Queen Victoria of the United Kingdom who chose the Volpino di Pomerania as her companion dog.

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