The Pomeranian is one of many toy breeds registered by the American Kennel Club (AKC). The history of the Pomeranian begins just south of the Baltic Sea. Named for Pomerania, which is now a part of Germany and Poland, Pomeranians are descended from large sled dogs from this region. Descendents of these northern sled dogs, large and small, are classified in the Spitz group. In the late 1800s, British royals desired to breed a smaller version of the Spitz to act as a household pet. Pomeranians were bred down to toy size from their direct ancestors, the German Spitz.

Physically, Pomeranian puppies and adults are adorable toy dogs. Pomeranians generally resemble small foxes. This breed is known for characteristics such as: doll-like face, dark, almond shaped eyes, small feet, double coat of thick, full fur, pointed ears, and a thick, furry tail. Pomeranian coats may be a variety of colors: solid, sable or parti-colored. Pomeranians are considered toys due to the fact that they grow to an average miniature size of eight to eleven inches in height and three to seven pounds in weight.
The Pomeranian personality is often described as excitable and high maintenance. It is very important that Pomeranian puppies receive discipline and training from an early age due to their inherent willfulness and tendency to bark excessively. Pomeranians are also known to be affectionate, intelligent, curious and full of energy. They are extroverts and it is important for a potential buyer to understand that.

Pomeranian breeders are an excellent source of information on this breed. Potential buyers should feel free to ask questions about how to care for their Pomeranians. Buyers should be informed of the positive traits of the Pomeranian and the potential health risks inherent to this breed. All puppies should be evaluated before purchase. Pomeranians suffer from dental problems, heart problems and knee dislocations to name a few medical conditions. Any pre-existing medical conditions must be disclosed to a buyer. The best breeders will allow buyers to visit the kennels where Pomeranian puppies are whelped so they can see the conditions in which the puppies have been raised.
Choosing the right puppy from a litter of Pomeranian puppies is not a difficult task. A potential buyer should research the breed first and understand its characteristics and needs to determine if it will fit into the buyer's lifestyle. The buyer should then research breeders. Choosing a reputable breeder is much more difficult than choosing a pet from several Pomeranian puppies. Breeders should have an actual kennel. They should have certification in breeding and/or training dogs. They should be able to provide the Pomeranian's pedigree and medical records and they should be affiliated with or run a rescue for abandoned or neglected Pomeranians. Buyers should never, ever buy a Pomeranian puppy from a pet store. These puppies are shipped and handled like any other merchandise and their parents are bred incessantly in what are called puppy mills which churn out puppies for money.

The Pomeranian puppy may actually choose the buyer. Good breeders will want to introduce buyers to their puppies and interview them to make sure they are deemed a good match. This way buyer, breeder and puppy all benefit from a good choice.

Choosing Pomeranian puppies can be easy if the buyer researches the characteristics and history of the Pomeranian breed. This article will provide information about how to choose the right Pomeranian puppy. It also references the history of Pomeranian puppies.