Pomeranian care: grooming, visitors and preparing for a sitter
Help a sitter get to know your Pomeranian: combing, small portions, the doorbell routine and clear instructions for picking them up.
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Breed at a glance
Our editors rate each trait from 1 (low) to 5 (high). These are general breed characteristics, not reviews, and every pet is different.
- Also known as
- Dwarf Spitz
- Coat
- Long outer coat, dense undercoat
Exercise needs
Plan suitable walks and activities; being small is no reason to be carried all day.
Grooming
Set aside time to comb the full coat using the familiar routine.
Playfulness
Short familiar games can fit into a day with the sitter; let your dog set the pace.
Feeding & daily routine
Choose a complete food suitable for your dog’s age. Measure meals and treats, and ask your vet if you’re unsure how much to feed.
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Find a sitter who knows the breed
See which cities have the most sitters who list this breed on their profile. Arrange a meet and greet to talk about their experience and your pet’s needs.
- Pomeranian sitters in Amsterdam70 sitters with breed experience
- Pomeranian sitters in Rotterdam34 sitters with breed experience
- Pomeranian sitters in 's-Gravenhage18 sitters with breed experience
- Pomeranian sitters in Utrecht9 sitters with breed experience
- Pomeranian sitters in Almere7 sitters with breed experience
- Pomeranian sitters in Arnhem7 sitters with breed experience
There’s more to looking after a Pomeranian than providing a cosy bed and a food bowl. At your meet and greet, show the sitter how you handle everyday moments: opening the front door, putting on the lead and helping your dog settle after a walk. These small details will help them make your dog feel at home.
Did you know? Pomeranian and Dwarf Spitz are names for the same breed
The Raad van Beheer identifies the Pomeranian as the smallest Spitz variety in its Keeshond family description. Its Dutch names include dwergkeeshond and pomeriaan. These names refer to the same breed, but every dog has their own habits. Tell the sitter what works for yours.
Practise the doorbell routine before you leave
The Raad van Beheer describes the breed as watchful. Show the sitter what this means for your dog: what do you do when the bell rings? First show the sitter where your dog stays while the door opens. Agree how visitors come in and which familiar cue you use. An introduction is not the time to suddenly try a new training method.
A handover idea: write down three situations your dog often reacts to, alongside what usually helps. These might involve delivery drivers, dogs outside the window or someone putting on a coat. The sitter then has clues when barking starts. Describe what you recognise in your own dog without assuming every bark has the same meaning.
Show the sitter how to groom your dog
Show the sitter how you care for your dog’s thick coat. Set out your usual comb and demonstrate one small area. Explain where your dog is less comfortable being touched and when you stop. Then ask the sitter to try while you are there. You can then see whether your dog is comfortable with the sitter and how much time grooming takes.
Discuss grooming appointments, baths and haircuts separately rather than assuming they are included in the booking. If the sitter finds a stubborn tangle, ask them to contact you instead of pulling at it. Leave the details of someone who can help if grooming proves difficult.
Explain feeding and how to pick up your dog
Leave measured portions, your dog’s usual bowl and a note of their mealtimes. Tell the sitter when to let you know about uneaten food. Set aside the day’s treats so everyone knows how many have already been given, and stick to your dog’s usual diet while you are away.
Show the sitter how you pick up your dog, and agree who else may do so. Walk a familiar route together and point out a quiet place where your dog can rest indoors. Before you leave, agree when you would like the first update and what the sitter should contact you about straight away.
Three questions for the sitter
How will you keep my dog safe when the front door opens? Can you demonstrate the agreed combing routine? What will you do if my dog is uncomfortable with touch or lifting?
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