Chiari Malformation (CM) and Syringomyelia (SM) in Pomeranians
Owners and breeders should be aware of a health problem affecting a small selection of Pomeranians, namely a Chiari-like Malformation. The information supplied here is to help prevent this heartbreaking, debilitating disease to spread through the gene pool of...
Pomeranian Puppy Lameness (Juvenile Patella Luxation)
Young animals and children can experience growth spurts that may cause lameness and temporary unsoundness. When it comes to Pomeranians, the general age for them to experience this is between 5-18 months. This won’t happen to all Poms, but it’s far from being a...
Health Testing Pomeranians
Health testing for the following: Eye Examination by a Ophthalmologist. Cardiac Evaluation Advanced Cardiac Exam – OR Congenital Cardiac Exam – Recommend followup evaluation between 3 and 5 years of age. Patellar Luxation Hip Dysplasia (Optional)...
Liver Shunts Can Occur In Pomeranians
While the puppy develops inside his mother, there is an extremely small chance of a shunt occurring. While a dog is a foetus, he needs assistance from the mother’s liver to help detoxify his systems. Embryos don’t have a functioning liver until near the end of the...
Worms Can Be A Very Serious Health Issue For Pomeranians
There are a number of different worms that can cause health trouble for dogs. It’s essential that you know them all so you can safely protect your beloved Pomeranian. TAPEWORMS Tapeworms are flat and have parts that spread across your Pom’s body. The head has muscular...
Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA)
What exactly is Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA)? When mammals are born, they need to adapt to a new environment. While still a foetus, they live in amniotic fluid while the mother supplies all the oxygen. When they’re born, the new environment is where they must...
Does Your Pomeranian Have Bad Breath?
Everybody knows what bad breath (a.k.a. halitosis) is as soon as we smell it. It’s caused by the build-up of bacteria in your dog’s gut, lungs or mouth that has an awful smell to it. If this smell persists, it can indicate that you need to get your dog checked out....
Meet Denise
Hello, I’m Denise Leo. I reside in Australia and my involvement, as firstly a Pomeranian lover/owner, then breeder and exhibitor now spans a period of 50 years. This website is a work in progress. My aim is to provide accurate Pomeranian Dog Information to enable all Pomeranian owners to care for their Pom in the best possible way..
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