The Pomeranian is an adorable dog with a fluffy coat and an independent personality. This miniature dog is perfect for city dwellers and will become a real decoration of the house. In order not to be mistaken with the choice of a pet, carefully study its pedigree and take a closer look at the puppy itself.
What kind of puppy do you need
Before purchasing a puppy, decide which pet you are interested in. The most expensive option is show-class puppies. These are the best babies in the litter, not only with excellent pedigree, but also with signs of future champions. Breed class puppies can participate in exhibitions, but they are unlikely to take prizes at them. However, bitches can be allowed to breed and are capable of producing very high quality offspring.
The most affordable option is pet-class animals. These are future pets, and outwardly they may not differ from more promising animals - at least, in the opinion of an amateur. If you are planning to have a purebred dog "for the soul", choose just such a puppy. When buying it, focus only on your taste and emotions. When choosing future champions, it is better to invite a specialist who understands the breed.
Decide whether you will take a male or a female. Males look more impressive, their coat is more luxuriant and thicker. However, male Spitz are quite independent in nature, tend to dominate and are not too affectionate. Bitches are more affectionate and are suitable for families with children or other pets. In addition, they are not prone to running away and finding out relationships with other dogs.
Criterias of choice
Buy a puppy only from trusted breeders - so you will be sure that you will not get a cross instead of a purebred Pomeranian. Examine the mother of the puppies, check out the pedigree. Of course, your pet will not necessarily become a copy of its parents, much depends on the subsequent upbringing, diet and other subtleties. If you are planning to take a bitch for breeding, check with the breeder how the mother of the puppies behaves, how caring she is, whether it is easy to whelp.
Rate the puppy's appearance. Those who are planning to breed dogs should choose the largest bitch - it will be easier to whelp. It is better to choose a small dog - such dogs often take prizes.
Thoroughbred Spitz can have 5 color options. To understand what shade your pet's coat will have in adulthood, move the fluff behind the ears and on the back of the puppy and evaluate the color of the base of the hairs. The coat should be thick, shiny, with a dense undercoat. Bald spots, dandruff, dull color and hard, standing guard hairs are unacceptable.
Examine the puppy's physique. The Spitz should be strong, well-proportioned, and the legs should be of moderate length. The tail is set high, the ears are small, pointed, well-set. Loose ears indicate a breed defect or calcium deficiency. Make sure your puppy has no eye and ear discharge. Check the bite - it should be scissor bite.
The behavior of the future pet is also important. A good Spitz is mobile, active, cheerful, but not aggressive. Dogs attending exhibitions must be of a particularly balanced disposition. Keep in mind that raising a Pomeranian is not easy, so choose a socialized, contact-minded pet.
