Monday, October 28, 2013

Pomeranian Breeders Oklahoma Offer Pets And Show Dogs For Sale

By Elena McDowell


If you admire the intelligent and active herding dogs, but have limited space, consider the adorable little Pompom. Quality dogs from Pomeranian breeders Oklahoma are active, intelligent, and independent. They enjoy a comfy lap, but they're not needy or clingy. A long walk for this little dog is a short walk for their human companions. They'll play for hours with a basket of toys.

Pomeranians are descended from the German Spitz. At one time they were 20-30 pound sheep herding dogs. Queen Victoria of 19th century England favored the small Poms. The trend to downsize the breed continued. Today this toy dog weighs only 4-7 pounds. They were recognized as a breed by the Kennel Club of England in 1870, by the American Kennel Club in 1888.

Adult weight is 3-7 pounds, lifespan 14-18 years. They can be any color a dog can be: black, tan, brown, red, orange, white, cream, sable, blue, brindle, mixed colors. They have a thick coat that's longer around the neck forming a handsome ruff.

The double coat sheds year round. They blow their coat twice a year, fall and spring. Regular brushing keeps tangles from forming. With a warm coat inherited from their northern ancestry, they enjoy short walks in mildly cold weather, but they're too small to tolerate extreme temperatures. Poms should never be left outside unattended for long periods of time.

Housebreaking small dogs is always a challenge, and the Pom is no exception. But they do enjoy obedience training. They love to learn tricks. They're extroverts who love to show off. An obedience trained Pom is cooperative and affectionate. With a proper introduction, they do well with older children, other pets, strangers and visitors.

This dog is a stereotypical "yappy" little dog, territorial and suspicious. With patience they can be trained when it's okay to bark, and when to be "quiet". Have a training plan before purchasing a Pomeranian to share apartment or condo life.

Small children can accidentally hurt such a small dog by squeezing or dropping. Frightened or frustrated Poms will react aggressively. When Pomeranians are treated as children, not dogs and members of a pack hierarchy, they're stubborn, demanding, and sometimes aggressive.

Puppies are susceptible to hypoglycemia. Pomeranians are prone to early tooth decay. Medical conditions that affect this breed include tracheal collapse, luxating patella, heart defect, skin conditions, thyroid disease.

Thyroid and allergies can cause hair loss. A genetic condition peculiar to Poms is Severe Hair Loss Syndrome (Black Skin Disease). It occurs anytime in the first six years. There's no test predicting onset.

Hypoglycemia and tracheal collapse are life threatening conditions requiring immediate vet care. Puppies with hypoglycemia will shake or tremble and seem uncoordinated. Symptoms of tracheal collapse are fainting spells, a deep honking cough, an inability and disinterest in play and exercise.

Visit Pomeranian breeders Oklahoma to meet puppies and parent dogs. Ask about health and behavioral issues. The breeder will also interview you. Responsible breeders want to be sure their puppies are going to loving forever homes. Ask for a health guarantee. Ask about the buyback policy. Most breeders test puppies and their parents for hips, knees, elbows, with the Orthopedic Foundation For Animals (OFA). Dogs are tested for eye diseases by the Canine Eye Registry Foundation (CERF).




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