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                                    Country of Origin:
                                    Great Britain - Developed from European spitz dogs, smallest member.  Originally larger (up to 30 pounds).  Brought to North America around the turn of the century.  Named for Pomerania once a part of Germany.  Introduced into Britain as a larger dog, it  was not popular until selective breeding miniaturized it after a few generations.  Now one of the most popular toy sized dogs. 
                                
                                    Character:
                                    This energetic dog is intelligent, eager to learn, and very loyal to its family. 
                                
                                    Temperment:
                                    This dog gets along well with other dogs and household pets. However, it will not enjoy too much attention from children. 
                                
                                    Coat:
                                    Colors are orange, black, brown, white, or grey. The hair is long and straight, with a thick undercoat. 
                                
                                    Care
                                    The coat should be combed every three weeks followed by light brushing. Excessive grooming will damage the undercoat. 
                                
                                    Colour:
                                    Black, black/tan, brown, chocolate, dark beige, red, orange, cream, orange sable, wolf sable, blue, white, or particolor 
                                
                                    Comments:
                                     
                                
                                    Purposes:
                                    Companionship, Family Pet, Watch Dog
                                     
                                     
                                    
 
    
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