A List of Items That a Pomeranian Needs

Before you bring home your Pomeranian, you need to prepare yourself well, so that you can give it a smooth transition and a happy home. Just like any other breed, a Pomeranian has needs. So doing research in advance will give you a fair idea about the supplies and items that your new pet needs.

  1. Crate

    • Thrilled to drive back home with your Pomeranian pup? You want to take the ball of fur on your lap. Avoid this. Use a crate instead. The pup is weak, and its bones are fragile. Buy a high-quality crate with a safety seal. Ensure your puppy can stand and turn around inside it. Make the crate comfortable by lining it with paper and placing soft, warm linen in it for the pup. You can use the crate initially as an in-house kennel. However, once the pup is well-trained, use it while traveling.

    Feeding Bowls

    • Get two feeding bowls, one for food and the other for water. The ideal depth of the feeding bowl is 1/2 to 1 inch, so that your pet gets easy access to the food. Alternatively, you can let your puppy eat from a small plate. Some dogs are allergic to plastic. Keep an eye out. If so, replace the bowl with a stainless steel or ceramic bowl.

    Dog Food

    • Feed the pup the same diet as the breeder during the first month. Slowly introduce the food your vet advises. Mix it in small portions with the current diet. Gradually increase the new food and reduce the old diet. Finally, switch completely to the new food. Slow transition helps the pup get used to the new taste and also helps you to understand if the pup is allergic to something.

    Doggy Bed

    • Give your pup a clean and comfortable sleeping area. It takes a while before it understands that this warm and cozy doggy bed is its own. This is recommended because it saves the worries of a sleeping pup rolling off the bed or getting suffocated under bed linen. Also, while sleeping, you could roll over the pup accidentally.

    Toys

    • Getting the right toy is important. Dog toys not only entertain your pup but shape a happy and playful companion for you. Chewy toys help the Pomeranian deal with teething pain.

    Dental Care and Grooming

    • Daily dental care prevents plaque buildup, while professional cleaning once a year reduces tarter buildup. Use dog toothpaste and finger toothbrush initially. Once your Pomeranian is used to brushing, you can switch to an adult dog toothbrush.

      Groom your pup daily. Your vet can advise which dog shampoo and conditioner your Pomeranian can use. Use hypoallergenic dog shampoo and conditioner, if it is allergic to certain chemicals. You will also need a slicker brush and a metal comb.

    Litter Box

    • Many people prefer training their Pomeranians to use a litter box instead of taking them outdoors. If you live in a cold climate or have a balcony, you can start toilet training your pup from 8 weeks of age.

    Accessories

    • A harness is a much safer option than a collar. It nullifies the chances of a collapsed trachea that can happen while the Pomeranian pup runs and jumps. If you use a collar, be careful that it does not jerk the playful pup's neck backward while on leash.

      Buy an adjustable dog collar that fits properly around your Pomeranian's neck. Keep it loose enough so that you can slip in one finger between the collar and the dog's neck. It is handy to keep two collars and two leashes in case you misplace one.