CARE FOR POMERANIANS

1. Spay/neuter your Pomeranian so we can care for all of the Pomeranians and other dogs out there who need homes. Besides, spaying your female before the first heat period will significantly reduce the risk of breast cancer and eliminate the chance of uterine infections. Neutering your male dog will prevent testicular cancer, help prevent prostate problems and curb aggression.
2. Keep your Pomeranian’s vaccinations up to date and schedule regular medical checkups. You can also do a monthly home exam of the skin, eyes, ears, nose, teeth and gums. Keep current on flea and heartworm preventative.
3. Brush your Pomeranian's teeth regularly, as they are prone to tooth decay like all toy dogs. Ask your vet to recommend a good toothbrush/toothpaste and frequency for brushing, as well as a schedule for professional teeth cleanings and dental exams. Preventative dental maintenance can include tartar control biscuits and safe tartar-control chew toys.
   
4. Feed your Pom a healthy diet consisting of a quality dog food with meat listed as the first ingredient and the proper balance of protein, carbs, fats, fiber, vitamins and minerals. Dry is better for their teeth, but can be mixed with canned or moist if you like. Or feed a homemade diet, but try to avoid table scraps.
5. Bathe your Pomeranian about once a month and keep nails trimmed to a comfortable length.
6. Clean your Pom’s ears regularly. A cotton ball or Q-tip with a little baby oil should work, however clean gently and never insert in the ear canal. There are also ear-cleaning solutions available for dogs.
7. Stay on top of brushing your Pomeranian’s coat. It’s a double coat that can easily become matted.
8. Keep your Pomeranian out of extreme heat. They are prone to overheating which can result in heat exhaustion or heat stroke.