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POMERANIAN

AN AFFECTIONATE MINIATURE BREED THAT IS BRAVE AND PROTECTIVE DESPITE ITS SMALL SIZE AKC

Height range Smallest of the German spitz-type Heavily plumed tail
9–11 in (22–28 cm) dogs (see p.119), the Pomeranian was carried over back
Weight range selectively bred down to “toy” size during
5–7 lb (2–3 kg)
the 19th century. Intelligent and attention-
Life span 12–15 years seeking, the Pomeranian readily returns
Origin Germany affection and will become devoted to its
owner. Amazingly fast for their size,
these dogs should be supervised
if running loose. The thick coat
Other colors is not difficult to groom.

Smooth-haired,
foxlike face
Any solid color
Should be free from
black or white shading. Longer hair on
hindquarters

Soft, fluffy,
orange
Abundant frill coat
around neck,
shoulders, and chest

AMERICAN ESKIMO DOG

ULTRA-BRIGHT, OBEDIENT, AND FUN-LOVING, THIS DOG ENJOYS WORK AND PLAY AKC

Height range Despite its name, this is not a true Eskimo breed, but was Triangular,
Toy: developed in Germany and probably brought to the US by German erect, slightly
9–12 in (23–30 cm) blunt-tipped ears
Miniature: settlers in the 19th century. Once seen performing tricks in traveling
12–15 in (30–38 cm) circuses, the American Eskimo Dog is a fast learner and eager to
Standard:
Over 15–19 in (Over 38–48 cm) please. The breed comes
Weight range in three sizes: Long, white guard
Toy: toy, miniature, hairs form topcoat
6–10 lb (3–5 kg) and standard.
Miniature:
10–20 lb (5–9 kg)
Standard:
24–35 lb (11–16 kg)
Life span 12–13 years
Round eyes,
Origin USA set well
apart with
black rims
Jet-black
lips
Profuse ruff at
neck and chest
Toy Toy

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