Pomeranians are small dogs with big personalities. They are very high-energy, outgoing, and affectionate dogs who make ideal family pets. Pomeranians rank 13th out of 157 dog breeds in the 2007 AKC list of best dogs, and they are generally easy to train, since they are almost always eager to please their owners (see Reference 2). Nevertheless, Pomeranians are still prone to barking problems, perhaps primarily because of their alert and protective nature. It's possible to control such tendencies.
Instructions
Eliminate the problem. If your Pomeranian gets overly excited about an object or person, do your best to eliminate the stimulus or lessen it. For example, if your Pomeranian barks excessively when you come home, ignore the dog for a few minutes until he stops barking. When he is quiet, greet him affectionately. This will show the dog that barking does not gain your attention.
Stimulate your Pomeranian with toys and activity. Since Pomeranians are highly active, they will often start barking simply to express boredom. Activity and interaction should lessen the problem.
Socialize your Pomeranian. This dog breed is quite interactive, and proper socialization will make your dog feel more secure and relieve any stress.
Walk your Pomeranian regularly. Trainpetdog.com recommends walking your Pomeranian after meals and naps (see Resource 1).
Take a firm stance, but avoid excessive discipline. It is natural for a dog to bark, particularly when he is trying to protect himself or his owner. Do not shout at your dog, since he may interpret this as you "barking"and mimic you. Simply put your hand over the dog's mouth to clamp it shut, and say "Quiet" in a stern voice (see Reference 3).