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vendredi 7 novembre 2014

For Top-Quality Pomeranians Minnesota Is The Best In The West

By Christa Jarvis


Dog lovers generally fall into two categories - those who prefer big, energetic outdoor watch dogs and those who love cuddly, small indoor companions. A combination of both also works well if one has the space and means to keep a few dogs. Smaller dog breeds such as the Pomeranian is very popular as an indoor pet. If you are looking for reputable breeders of top-quality Pomeranians Minnesota is the place to go!

These cuddly little fur balls are intelligent extroverts that require proper nutrition and care to keep that small, fluff-coated body healthy and happy. Dubbed Toy Poms, Poms and even Teacup Poms to aptly describe their toy-like appearance, these dogs have an interesting background and strong connections with Royal families. They were originally named after Pomerania - a region on the border of Poland and East Germany - where they were used for sheep herding and as sled dogs.

The breed was originally named after Pomerania, a region between West-Germany and Poland. They descended from much bigger Icelandic breeds such as the Schipperke, Norwegian Elkhound and the German Spitz group. After they were brought to Europe, a demand for smaller, city dogs led German breeders to breed their size down to almost half of the original size. Today, they weigh on average between 3-7 pounds, while the tiniest Teacup Poms are bred to weigh between 1-3 pounds.

It is believed that Queen Charlotte introduced the Pomeranian to Europe when she married Prince George 111 and that these doggies were the first canines to live at Buckingham Palace. Her granddaughter, Queen Victoria, took the pom craze further and asked to have her favorite pom, Turi, brought to her death bed. Another dubious claim to fame is that Sir Isaac Newton's pom, Diamond, caused him to have a nervous breakdown when he upset a candle and set some precious papers alight.

Today, the average weight of a Pomeranian is 3-7 pounds. However, the growing demand for fashionable tiny, toy-like dogs led breeders to cut their size even further down. The so-called Ultra Teacup Pom weighs a mere 1-3 pounds. This new craze opened the market for breeders of dubious reputation to embark on lucrative puppy mills and peddling these cute-faced fluff balls on the internet like candy.

Prospective buyers should do their homework to find reputable breeders with a traceable and reliable track-record before they are seduced by a cute-faced puppy of a questionable bloodline on the internet or in a pet shop. Professional breeders who follow the guidelines of the American Kennel Club and other organisations invest heavily in producing top-quality pedigree puppies of sound health in excellent conditions.

It is better to pay more for a AKC registered puppy from a reputable breeder than striking a bargain with an internet peddler and only realizing a few months later that your cute puppy turned into a strange mongrel. The ideal is to find a smaller, reputable kennel that specializes in breeding quality puppies from champion lines in a friendly, loving environment where they have enough space to play and socialize.

Reputable breeders will also allow prospective buyers to visit their kennels and supply them with information, tips and aftercare services. All the dogs should be on a regular vaccination and worming schedule. If you truly want to invest in a pedigree Pomeranian, it is best to visit some kennels and find a breeder who specializes in breeding only selected individuals whose qualities will contribute to the improvement of the breed.




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