By William Powell


Pomeranians are Spitz type, small breed of dogs considered to be a toy dog. Spitz are type of dogs having pointed ears, long thick furs and curly hairs. They are also known as Pom and the trend of having small dogs as pet has made them a popular breed.

Purchasing a Pom as pet requires commitment although may be costly yet the experience you will be a rewarding one. You must do research in caring for the properly and all the other things that you must know about them in order to become a responsible owner. Here are some things to know when looking for Pomeranians for sale in Oklahoma City.

Asses your lifestyle if it is fitting for the small energetic Pom breed. They require a lot of your time so check your schedule if you have enough for it. They need brushing and grooming frequently and have to be walked a lot although consider having a larger breed if you like long hikes.

Think of your family ask them what they expect of the potential new member. Explain to them the needs of a Pom and if they have the time for brushing, feeding, walking, playing and training them. Assure them that it is fine to be honest about what they want and feel about them as not to be surprised on the responsibilities after the dog has already been brought into your home.

It is expensive to have Pomeranians as a pet so check your finances if it can handle the probable expenses. The issue will not only be the cost of initially buying them but other as well such as preventive medicines, shots and regular veterinarian visits. There are other things they need such as a tag, collar, toy and specially quality food. Grooming can be done with by a professional although it is expensive or by yourself. You can save some money in doing so although you have to buy some tools and supplies first.

Purchasing from puppy mills should be avoided. These places are breeding many puppies without considering their living standard and health. Puppies with health problems are common here and may result in spending more money on health care. To know if they are a puppy mill, ask information regarding their veterinarian and research about him. Puppy mills also tend to have puppies all year round for sale.

Pet stores should be avoided as well unless they offer adoption from the local animal shelter. They usually sell dogs that are from puppy mills even though they will deny it and will tell you they are from reputable breeders. To check if they are telling the truth, ask for the name and address of the breeder and find out the truth yourself.

Knowing the difference between hobby breeders and backyard breeders. Hobbyist are usually very watchful on which dogs they are breeding and knows all their needs as well. They make sure that puppies are at good health before putting them on sale. Backyard breeders have little to no knowledge on training and breed standards. Their dogs have not been tested for genetic conditions as well.

Look for registered breeders. They only breed the best ones and will allow you to meet their dogs and check their facilities. They will also want to know if you would become a responsible owner by interviewing you.




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