• Blue Merle - 050 - ✅
• Blue Brindle - 056
• Chocolate Merle - 496
• Blue Sable - 481 - ✅
• Black - 007 - ✅
• Black & Tan - 018 - ✅
• Blue - 037 - ✅
• Blue & Tan - 044 - ✅
• Chocolate - 071 - ✅
• Chocolate & Tan - 072 - ✅
• Cream - 076 - ✅
• Cream Sable - 348 - ✅
• Orange - 133 - ✅
• Orange Sable - 137 - ✅
• Red - 140 - ✅
• Red Sable - 155 - ✅
• Beaver - 349 - ✅
• Brindle - 057 - ✅
• Chocolate Sable - 350 - ✅
• White - 199 - ✅
• Wolf Sable - 230 - ✅
• Beaver Sable - 519 - ✅
• Tri-Colored - 380 - ✅
• Black & Brindle - 008 - ✅

• Parti-Color - ✅ - 038
• Mask - ✅ - 128
• White Markings - ✅ - 014
• Tan Markings - ✅ - 012
• Brindle - ✅ - 051
• Irish Marked - ✅ - 115
• Tri Color Markings - ✅ - 024
• Sable - ✅ - 026
• Merle Markings - ✅ - 035

Pomeranians are generally healthy little dogs, and responsible breeders screen their stock for health conditions such as luxating patellas (kneecaps that slip out of place), hypothyroidism, collapsing tracheas, congestive heart failure, seizures, and alopecia X (black skin disease). The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is a registry that keeps health-screening information in a public database. Be sure to request to see copies of OFA results of the litter's parents from the breeder when considering a puppy.

Recommended Health Tests From the National Breed Club:

• Patella Evaluation
• Cardiac Exam
• Ophthalmologist Evaluation

Recommended Health Tests From the National Breed Club:

Patella Evaluation

Cardiac Exam

Ophthalmologist Evaluation

The Pomeranian's profuse double coat is one of his most distinguishing features. Frequent brushing is necessary to maintain the beautiful coat that we admire. Brush through the dog with a pin brush and a slicker brush down to the skin once a week to keep the hair from matting. Pomeranians are active dogs, so it is important that their nails are kept short. It is highly recommended that you find a groomer to do a full groom'including bath, brushing, ears, nails, and anal glands'every four to six weeks, if you are not comfortable with doing this at home. You should also pay close attention to the Pom's teeth. It is a good idea to brush the teeth during their weekly grooming session.

As much as Pomeranians enjoy being lapdogs and family companions, they do benefit from some exercise and enjoy the chance to run, play, and go for walks. Be sure to keep a close eye on your Pom when he or she is outside. They are notorious for escaping through small crevices or gaps in fencing, or climbing over short fencing. Small breeds like Pomeranians can be mistaken for rabbits or squirrels by large, predatory birds such as hawks and owls, so it is vital to keep a Pom under cover or stay with them at all times. When taking your Pom for a walk, be cautious of your surroundings. Other dogs who are not controlled can easily hurt your Pom.

The dog is a very alert little dog of high intelligence. He is eager to please his humans and responds well to positive training practices. Chihuahuas seem well aware of how cute they are and learn how to get their way. From the very beginning you must enforce the fact that you are in charge. Never allow your Chihuahua puppy to do anything that will be unacceptable in an adult. They can have a bit of a 'terrier' temperament, so a firm but gentle hand is necessary when training. They can excel in obedience training and other canine sports.

The Pomeranian should do well on a high-quality dog food, whether commercially manufactured or home-prepared with your veterinarian's supervision and approval. Any diet should be appropriate to the dog's age (puppy, adult, or senior). Some dogs are prone to getting overweight, so watch your dog's calorie consumption and weight level. Treats can be an important aid in training, but giving too many can cause obesity. Learn about which human foods are safe for dogs, and which are not. Check with your vet if you have any concerns about your dog's weight or diet. Clean, fresh water should be available at all times.