Pomeranian
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Breed Group
Toy Size Small How much exercise? Up to 30 minutes per day Length of coat Medium How much grooming? More than once a week Sheds? Yes Town or Country Either Type of home Apartment Minimum Garden Size None Lifespan Over 12 Years 
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Though Britain is listed as the country of development of the Pomeranian, he is a Spitz-type dog descended from the much larger sled-hauling dogs of the Arctic. He was bred from the German Spitz before becoming known in the UK in 1870. In 1890, he entered the kennels of Queen Victoria, which popularised the breed, and the Pomeranian Club was formed the following year.
A dainty little extrovert, and the smallest of the Spitz-type of dogs, the Pomeranian is light-hearted, active, sweet-tempered and affectionate. His foxy head and abundant stand-off coat, covering his short-barrelled body, give him the appearance of a ball of fluff. Although his undercoat is soft, his outer coat texture is far from fluffy, and requires regular attention to keep it clean and attractive. | ||