The adage less is more seems to apply to many fashionable things in modern life - even to pets. Where some people prefer huge hounds as guard dogs and companions, others love the idea of carrying a yapping one pound bundle of fur in their pockets. Some breeders try to breed record-breaking sized greyhounds, while others compete to breed the smallest dog species. The growing demand for Teacup Pomeranian Puppies proves less is more, although these cute doggies can literally cause a storm in a teacup!
Looking at the myriad of photos of these cute, minute doggies on the internet, it is easy to understand why they have become so popular. Few people these days have the means, money or space to afford or accommodate large pets. And let's be honest - in comparison, budgies, cats and goldfish are so . . . Well, yesterday's flavor.
Her Majesty fueled another trend in 1888 when she added a red Pomeranian to the Royal household and consequently everybody wanted a red one too. Today, this breed boasts with the biggest color-variation of all dog breeds (up to 23 different color variations are accepted) with black and white the most popular among buyers and breeders.
Royal families and especially Queen Victoria played a major role in their popularity and dramatic size changes since the 1600's. It was only after the latter introduced a smaller than usual Pomeranian to the Royal household in the late 1800's that people fell in love with the idea of a small, toy-like dog. Breeders obliged and soon the smaller breed was nicknamed Toy Pom, Pom, Pom Pom or Teacup Pom.
There are many dog breeders specializing in the Pomeranian breed - especially the smaller Teacup Pom thanks to its popularity. Few people can resist this tiny ball of fluff with its vibrant personality. As with most commodities, the rarer something is, the more it costs.
This dog breed is generally cheeky, boisterous and intelligent little fellows. They can be possessive and territorial and do not easily take to other animals. Not everybody likes small, yapping dogs and to some people they may be an irritation. However, they are loving and loyal companions to their owner and competitive show dogs.
The overwhelming demand for smaller dogs has inspired many dog breeders to specialize in the Teacup Pom breed. Unfortunately it also tempted opportunistic backyard breeders to jump on the bandwagon and thus the internet is flooded with pics of these adorable fluff bundles. One must thus take care to find a professional, reputable breeder with a good track-record before one falls for any cute photo on the internet.
The popularity of Teacup Poms also inspired opportunistic laymen to breed miniature dogs. Many ignorant buyers are unaware that many of these Pom puppies are the offspring of mixed-breed parents. It is thus important to rather buy from a reputable breeder with a long, traceable track record than to fall for cheap offers on the internet. After all, you don't want to see how your cuddly miniature puppy grow into a big pavement special of questionable blood that could never fit into any cup!
Looking at the myriad of photos of these cute, minute doggies on the internet, it is easy to understand why they have become so popular. Few people these days have the means, money or space to afford or accommodate large pets. And let's be honest - in comparison, budgies, cats and goldfish are so . . . Well, yesterday's flavor.
Her Majesty fueled another trend in 1888 when she added a red Pomeranian to the Royal household and consequently everybody wanted a red one too. Today, this breed boasts with the biggest color-variation of all dog breeds (up to 23 different color variations are accepted) with black and white the most popular among buyers and breeders.
Royal families and especially Queen Victoria played a major role in their popularity and dramatic size changes since the 1600's. It was only after the latter introduced a smaller than usual Pomeranian to the Royal household in the late 1800's that people fell in love with the idea of a small, toy-like dog. Breeders obliged and soon the smaller breed was nicknamed Toy Pom, Pom, Pom Pom or Teacup Pom.
There are many dog breeders specializing in the Pomeranian breed - especially the smaller Teacup Pom thanks to its popularity. Few people can resist this tiny ball of fluff with its vibrant personality. As with most commodities, the rarer something is, the more it costs.
This dog breed is generally cheeky, boisterous and intelligent little fellows. They can be possessive and territorial and do not easily take to other animals. Not everybody likes small, yapping dogs and to some people they may be an irritation. However, they are loving and loyal companions to their owner and competitive show dogs.
The overwhelming demand for smaller dogs has inspired many dog breeders to specialize in the Teacup Pom breed. Unfortunately it also tempted opportunistic backyard breeders to jump on the bandwagon and thus the internet is flooded with pics of these adorable fluff bundles. One must thus take care to find a professional, reputable breeder with a good track-record before one falls for any cute photo on the internet.
The popularity of Teacup Poms also inspired opportunistic laymen to breed miniature dogs. Many ignorant buyers are unaware that many of these Pom puppies are the offspring of mixed-breed parents. It is thus important to rather buy from a reputable breeder with a long, traceable track record than to fall for cheap offers on the internet. After all, you don't want to see how your cuddly miniature puppy grow into a big pavement special of questionable blood that could never fit into any cup!
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