Essay # 2

In America, having a dog as a pet is very common in a typical household. There are many different types of dogs so when it come to buying one it could be hard to choose one. The Pomeranian makes a great dog for any household for many different reasons. These dogs are loyal, smart, outgoing, playful, and have a good temperament. I personally owned a Pomeranian and he was a smart and loving dog. When he was around my little brother and sister, he was very gentle and never bit anyone.
The Pomeranian is small, fluffy dog that only weighs about 3-7 pounds and stands about ten inches tall. The Pomeranian is very beautiful and has a double coat which consists of a woolly undercoat and a long silky outer coat. The Pomeranian's coat gives the appearance of being difficult to care for, but it is actually really easy. A regular brushing will keep the coat in good condition. The dog comes in many colors including Orange, Sable, Cream, White, Red, Brown, and Black. (yahoo pets) The original Pomeranian came from Germany, and it was a lot bigger than the one today. They use to be sled dogs and weighed about 30 pounds. The small Pomeranians became popular because Queen Victoria’s love of smaller dogs is reputed to be one of the reasons why breeders decided to reduce the size of this dog through selective breeding. She was the first person to own one.( Lavoie, Lyne)
This dog is a great family dog and good with kids. It also likes to be around other people and receive lots of attention. When I would go to the back yard or have friends over, my Pomeranian was always around wanting to play. Pomeranians are also really good with the elderly, sometime old people are lonely and need something to occupy there time. The Pomeranian can fur fill their day with excitement and fun without much work. (Pomeranian Puppy) They are very easy to make happy and can be equally happy in a big or small yard as long as he is taken for small walks. They are very easy to take care of and because of the size, they don’t need much food. They will not ruin the furniture and take naps often. Pomeranians are very loyal and protective towards their owners. ( Lavoie, Lyne) This dog is very intelligent and can learn tricks and be trained very quickly. He is also very independent and is eager to please his master. (Dobbins, Lee) The Pomeranian is very courageous for his small size, the dog might not be able to protect you if a robber came in your house but it will be bark constantly to warn you something is wrong. (Pomeranian Puppy)
The Pomeranian is a very beautiful and very luxurious dog. This dog is often seen in dog shows. Some unique feature of the Pomeranian is its sharp, fox-like face that always looks like it is smiling. All of the Pomeranian breeds have very dark almond-shaped eyes. Many celebrities own Pomeranians because of their fun loving personality and their attachment to their owner. These celebrities sometimes dress their Pomeranians up in nice clothes and take them out on the town with them.( American Pomeranian)
The Pomeranian has some health issues like a dislocated patella, slipped stifle, eye problems, skin problems, heart problems and dental problems. As the dog gets older, a check-up at the veterinarian’s office could help prevent some health problems. Pomeranians have more medical problems than a lot of other breeds but if treated early, they can live long full lives. Pomeranians loose their teeth faster than most dogs so it better if they eat dry food and have there teeth checked . This dog does not shed so it must be groomed. most Pomeranians live to be about fifteen years old. (Dobbins, Lee)
Pomeranians are a gentle, fun-loving, loyal breed of dog. They are all high energy and excitable dogs. If you weigh the positives and the negatives, the positives of owning a Pomeranian far outweigh the negatives. With the proper training and care, you can have a relationship with your dog that will last years. This will be a positive relationship that is fulfilling and healthy. This breed of dog is also excellent in a family environment. With a mild temper, children can basically abuse the dog and there is no fear the dog will retaliate. Pomeranians are low maintenance and low cost dogs and are a positive influence in your life. Their high activity brings life out of people versus owning a dog that sleeps all day. The benefits of this breed is self evident.