Pom-Pom

Mikaella Dela Cruz, Contributor

10 Fun facts about the Pomeranian 

  1. They are also known as poms or pom poms.
  2. They originated in northern Europe in Pomerania.
  3.  They don’t really require a lot of grooming but they need to be brushed every day to reduce shedding.
  4. They are trained to be hearing dogs and are great therapy dogs.
  5. They are descended from big dogs but normally weigh about 7- 10 pounds.
  6. Pomeranian’s weren’t always so little; they used to weight 20-30 pounds until they were sized down by Queen Victoria of England.
  7. They are known for being smart, feisty, curious, energetic and bold.
  8. They have an average lifespan of 12-16 years.
  9. Pomeranians have a fox-like face and almond shaped eyes.
  10. They became popular in 1888.

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