Is Spitz a type of Pomeranian?

Spitz is a term used for a group of dogs that have common ancestry and are notable for having up pointing ears, wolf/fox like face shape, double coat of fur and a tail that curls back over the body. read more

Perhaps this term could be used to describe a pet shop/puppy farm or backyard breeder type Pomeranian, which often resemble a German Spitz more than a Pomeranian. Pictured below the type of “Pomeranian ” puppy sold via pet shops, newspaper advertisements, back yard breeders etc. read more

The Pomeranian (often known as a Pom or Pom Pom) is a breed of dog of the Spitz type that is named for the Pomerania region in Germany and Poland in Central Europe. Classed as a toy dog breed because of its small size, the Pomeranian is descended from the larger Spitz type dogs, specifically the German Spitz. read more

Pomeranian breed type often quickly deteriorates and reverts to German Spitz type. Coat, size, shortness of back and pigmentation are usually the first breed qualities to deteriorate with white to white Pom breedings. read more

Pictured below the type of “Pomeranian ” puppy sold via pet shops, newspaper advertisements, back yard breeders etc. This type of Pomeranian puppy can be expected to mature into a dog of the quality pictured above right. If this is the type you favour consider researching the German Spitz. Book will be delivered by instant download. read more