The dog breed Pomeranian is very devoted to its owner. She is able to adopt the basic features of the owner, copying his behavior. The animal can be both active and calm, depending on the lifestyle in the family. Spitz Pomeranian bear type perfectly adapts to the character of the owner.
Ancient breed
The Pomeranian bear-type micro-spitz was bred in Pomerania, Germany. Small puppies appeared periodically in the litter of German representatives of the breed. They were taken as a basis for breeding. In 1982, the first representative was first presented at an exhibition in America. The animal used to be a shepherd and watchman. Its weight reached 14 kg, and then gradually decreased to 5-6 kg in generations. Such small dogs served as a “bell” in the event of danger. Over time, representatives of the breed became friends and companions of man. Spitz were appreciated by great people. For example, Mozart,
Martin Luther, Empress Catherine and many other famous characters did not part with them. Dogs of sand and orange colors were considered fashionable.
Spitz Pomeranian bear type with devotion has served the person for more than four hundred years. In Europe, this breed is used in the treatment of stress, depression. The dog carefully monitors its owner in order to adapt to its character. Light weight allows you to take your pet with you and not leave even on forced trips.
White Pomeranian Spitz
The color of the breed's coat can be different: orange, cream, brown, red, sable, black and white. The ancestors of the Spitz were originally white in color and had an average size. After numerous modifications, a number of various shades appeared, and this color became a rarity. To obtain white coat from the offspring, it is necessary to gradually bring the dog with dogs, in which the orange color is more pronounced. The appeared shade of yellow is also gradually displayed. It is not recommended to breed white dogs, as the quality of the animal's coat suffers. The white Pomeranian spitz-dog of a bear type for compliance with the RKF standards should not contain any impurities, as well as shades. You can find out what color your pet will have by looking at his ears. If during the inspection a creamy, pale-red tint is visible, then the dog will definitely not be white.
Dark representative
The black Pomeranian spitz-dog is most often found in this breed. This representative should not only have the coat color of the given color, but also the nose, rim of the eyes and lips. On black wool, contaminations are not visible much, but villi and colored garbage will be immediately noticed.
Pomeranian Spitz. Breed characteristics
Representatives of the breed are sociable. Dogs are extremely active, cheerful, devoted to the family, play with children with pleasure. They will follow their master throughout the apartment, they do not like loneliness. A cheerful, energetic, affectionate doggie will easily cheer up the owner. The miniature Pomeranian Spitz is designed to live in an apartment. A dog of this breed is not suitable for living on the street.
The aggressive character of the Spitz is an exception that can occur only with improper upbringing. Therefore, it is important to deal with the dog from an early age in order to avoid the occurrence of undesirable qualities.
Basic care
Spitz Pomeranian bear type requires careful attention to yourself. Combing it is enough once a week. It is necessary to irrigate the dog’s coat with clean water, and then use a massage brush. Spitz against hair starting from ears. It is necessary to ensure that the comb passes through each lock from the roots to the ends so that no tangles are formed. Dry wool can not be scratched. Often you should not bathe the dog, but it is better to take baths as they become dirty. Wool must be dried with a hairdryer, as during natural drying, tassels can form.
For hair care, you need to purchase tools such as:
1. Soft slicker.
2. Metal combs: smooth frequent and rare.
3. To remove excess hair, scissors with blunt ends are used.
4. Single-sided thinning shears for thinning wool.
These tools are necessary to ensure that the Pomeranian Spitz is beautiful. Leaving also involves the use of sprays against the formation of mats, conditioners, antistatic agents, shampoos.
Training
Pomeranian spitz-bear mini type is pretty easy to learn. For this, neither the physical strength of the owner, nor other manifestations of aggression are needed. It is enough to give a clear command or confidently prohibit the action. Concessions cannot be made, since Spitz feel the owners' weaknesses. It must be remembered that the animal will tend to dominate.
Spitz will gladly carry out teams in which there are elements of dance, coup. They respond worse to the “sit” command, most likely this is due to the increased activity of the dog. Favorite team - “aport”. Spitz will happily run after an abandoned toy or bring the right thing. As early as seven months, a small dog is able to learn the following commands:
- "To me". The order is important especially in dangerous situations. When training this team, you cannot approach the dog, you need to wait until she understands and comes herself.
- "Beside". Patience is required to effectively assimilate the order.
- "Fu." When training a team you need to observe some nuances. For example, do not pull the leash tightly, do not scream or use the order too often.
- "Give". It is easy to train this team using the ball.
The breed of Spitz is suitable for breeding for both experienced dog breeders and beginners.
Team "place" and toilet training
It is necessary from an early age to teach the Spitz to go to a certain place. It is desirable that it is not in the corridor or in the kitchen, as well as near the battery and in the draft. Ideal if you can arrange a place in the master bedroom. For a small dog, baskets with low walls are suitable, a plastic box with a rug. To successfully train the “place” team, you can leave some goodies in the sunbed or your favorite toy.
It is necessary to instill hygiene skills from the first days. Watching the puppy, you can find that before emptying it will spin and sniff in search of the right place. At this point, it is necessary to transfer it to the tray selected for bowel movements. It is necessary to plant the puppy after sleep and food. Be sure to praise the dog when it performs the action on its own and in the right place. Usually puppies quickly get used to emptying themselves in the tray, most importantly, be patient and calm.
A few words about feeding
Spitz Pomeranian bear type in food is not particularly picky. He should not be given fried, fatty, floury, spicy foods. Lamb, pork, sausage, sausages and tubular bones should also be excluded . The diet must include marine fish, various cereals, vegetables, dairy products, raw lean meat, offal from seven months. You can not overfeed the dog, as well as indulge in whims and change food for something more delicious. In the latter case, if you refuse to eat the usual food, the bowl is removed until the next feeding.
The transition to dry food should be gradual. When choosing "drying" you must carefully read the composition. Poor quality food can significantly worsen a dog’s health. Whether drying is suitable or not, can be understood by the condition of the teeth, coat, stool of the animal. Of course, there are advantages to this kind of food. For example, this is the ease of feeding, storage, and the lack of the need to include additives in the diet. An adult Spitz consumes 50 to 80 grams of dry food per day.
Offspring Care
A Pomeranian puppy of a bear type requires careful attention to its safety. To do this, observe the following rules:
1. Be sure to remove all wires from the reach, as a small dog will nibble everything that attracts her attention.
2. It is necessary to hide all the cracks, for example, behind a refrigerator or sofa. This is due to the fact that the puppy may get stuck when examining the territory.
3. The slippery floor should be covered with a special coating, because constant sliding can adversely affect the development of the dog's paws.
4. Everything that has a smell must also be hidden so that the object does not attract the puppy's attention. For example, dishwashing liquid with a fruity aroma, a bag of chalk, a garbage can and so on.
5. It is necessary to fence the dog from drafts, as the Spitz does not tolerate them.
6. You can not leave the puppy on a hill, when jumping, it can damage the paws.
7. You need to take a small dog with both hands at the same time, since the muscles have not yet been strengthened. It must be held tight so that it does not fall.
Of course, it is necessary to provide the puppy with a full sleep and, if possible, not leave it alone for a long time.
Breed Reviews
Most owners take their pets with them on trips, on walks, confirming their role as compact and tame dogs. Spitz owners talk about the deep affection of pets for certain toys. The dog does not part with his favorite thing, especially when he has to remain alone. Playful and affectionate, the dwarf Pomeranian Spitz is of a bear type. Photos of him always emphasize the pleasant "smile" of the dog. Owners often talk about the friendship of their pets with children and other animals.
Such a breed as the Pomeranian Spitz is of a bear type, the reviews are generally positive. Cases of manifestation of the willful and proud character of a dog have been described. Spitz is prone to dominating the weak, so you need to avoid a mistake in his upbringing. Owners of breed representatives point to the causeless barking of their wards, which must be stopped. In general, the Spitz is an ideal pet.