Pomeranian smell bad
Mommy, I don’t smell do I?
Roses are red, violets are blue, Pommy’s are sweet—wait, why do you stink?!
It’s the unfortunate truth. Some days, our sweet little fur babies come to snuggle with us and the smell makes it impossible. But what is the source of said stench? What makes my Pomeranian smell bad?
The answer is generally: the skin. (Aside from bad breath issues, which is a whole different story and a whole different article.) If you’re sensing a sort of musty, unpleasant smell coming from the whole body, it’s probably an issue with your Pom’s skin. For such a malady, regular baths won’t work. Here are the most common sources of smell from Poms and their remedies.
Mites
Mites are tiny parasites that can feed on the top layer of your pup’s skin. They’re always looking for their next meal, so your Pom can pick them up anywhere there are other animals. If your Pommy has mites you’ll notice a dust on their coat, which comes from the dead skin the mites leave behind. Guess what else it leaves behind? A stench. If you think your Pom has mites, make a visit to the Vet. He or she will likely give you a special shampoo and/or topical cream to get rid of the mites and ease any irritation. You will also have to treat your Pommy’s living space. combine these things and can kiss the mites goodbye.
Bacterial Infection
That can’t be me… oh, no that is me.
Like humans, Poms are susceptible to allergies. They may be seasonal allergies, or your fragile pup may be allergic to something in his or her environment, like laundry detergent. These allergies can irritate your Pom’s skin and cause itching. Itching leads to broken skin, which leads to infections, which makes itchy Pomeranians smell bad. If you notice your pup itching but don’t yet notice a smell, you may be able to help relieve the allergy before infection sets in. You can do this by giving your pup an oatmeal bath or applying a natural anti-inflammatory, like evening primrose oil, to the skin.
If your Pomeranian is itchy and smelly, then bacterial infection has likely set in. Your vet can prescribe a medication to heal the infection. But, you’ll also still need to resolve your Pom’s allergy. Look for the source of the allergic reaction. Consider any new products or routines you’ve introduced into your pup’s environment. This could be new detergent, a new perfume or a new walking route where there could be chemicals sprayed nearby. If you can, protect your Pom from whatever irritants you can. If allergies remain an issue, you can treat them with the help of your vet.
Fungus or Yeast Infection
Is that you smelling up my car?
Too much moisture under your Pom’s hair causes this smelly infection. Other side effects include oily or flakey and irritated skin. Properly drying your Poms long hair prevents fungus and yeast on their skin. But once infection has set in, you will need to visit the vet for special shampoo, topical treatment and/or antibiotics.
Caring for your Pom with proper love and attention with a good hygiene routine can usually help prevent them from becoming smelly. But remember, when Pomeranians smell bad, they’re also likely uncomfortable. So, plug your nose and show them love and you’ll both get through this!
Even if you’re certain that your Pom is well socialized, you’re not off the hook yet. Consider your children’s behavior. Are they good at following directions? Can they play gently? Since Pommys are toy dogs, their small size and adorable face seem to make them perfect for young ones. However, that same tiny build makes them very fragile. If your child likes to wrestle, race or is extremely high energy, a Pomeranian is probably not the right fit. Poms do love to play, both inside and out, but handling them too roughly can seriously injure them. Rough play can also frighten a Pommy, and thus inspire hostility, which can lead to barking, growling or even biting. Before bringing a Pommy home, make sure your kids are willing to respect the pup’s gentle nature.
Our beloved Poms with their gorgeous long hair are, unfortunately, an especially cozy home for the little parasites. You will likely notice that your furry baby has been burdened with fleas when you see him or her itching one particular area all the time. If itching persists and your Pom appears uncomfortable, it’s time to get some help. However, it’s extremely important to do so with prudence. Without proper care and attention, flea products can actually hurt Pomeranians. The risk of living with fleas and other parasites is high (tapeworms, lyme disease, etc.). However, there is still risk when using spot on flea treatments like Advantix, Frontline, or Spot On. This is especially true with toy breeds like Pomeranians!
This risk began to increase a few years before the study, when spot on flea treatments became available over the counter. This caused two things to happen. First, pet owners no longer had to visit the vet to get the medications. This meant that pet owners were no longer receiving advice from vets before giving treatment. It also meant that generic brands of treatments could begin competing with the name-brands.
So, when it comes time for you to treat your Pom for fleas, make sure you consult your vet first preferably a holistic vet. He or she will guide you to the correct type of flea treatment for your Pom. The holistic vet will also get an accurate weight of your furry baby, which is very important information for measuring treatment. If you have more than one Pommy, do not split a treatment for a larger dog between your two Poms. This is not safe. Also, avoid using flea treatments on older or pregnant dogs. Read the directions carefully and completely before you apply your Pom-sized dog (not cat!) treatment to your Pomeranian.
When you look at your Pommy, you probably don’t picture it pulling a sled. The Pom’s small size doesn’t bring images of intense work and endurance. However, these pups are descendants of some seriously hard working dogs from Arctic climates. Pomeranians were bred from these working dogs as early as the mid-18th century for companionship. Can’t picture how your four-legged friend went from sled-pulling to lap-sitting? Fear not. This post will answer the question what were Pomeranians bred for?
The small dog that we now know as a Pomeranian started as a much larger dog, weighing an average as 30 pounds. The Pomeranian’s popularity increased in several stages, thanks to some British royalty who were serious Pom enthusiasts. In the mid-1700s, Queen Charlotte (wife of King George III of England) owned two large (by today’s standards) Pomeranians. It was not uncommon for royalty to include their pets in their portraits. Queen Charlotte had several paintings done of herself and her pups. Larger in size than the modern-day Pom, Queen Charlotte’s dogs still had very similar traits. Having these Poms in the paintings brought a greater awareness of these darling pups to the general public.
Today the Pom’s weight range is three to seven pounds—much smaller than the original work dogs that they once were! It’s no wonder they gained their common European name, Zwergspitz, German for dwarf Spitz. Still, the Pomeranian maintains the pointed snout, long, thick fur and amicable personality of their Arctic ancestors. Next time you take your Pom out for a walk, imagine them pulling a sled or herding livestock. Who knows—maybe they still have it in them!
One common misconception is that shaving your Pom will help it stay cool in warmer months. This theory is understandable. The Pom’s thick, double coat must keep the heat in, right? This is true—in colder weather, the thick coat acts as insulation. But, the same idea is true in warmer weather. The hair on your Pom actually works as a cooling system, helping to keep the heat out. Shaving it off takes that benefit away.
When exercising outside, even during cooler weather, keep an eye on your Pom. A happy pup will pant gently and rhythmically. If you notice excessive drool or irregular panting, it may mean your Pomeranian risks overheating. In this case, you cease the exercise immediately and let your Pom rest. Check your Pom’s temperature. A Pomeranian’s body temperature should be very close to 101 degrees Fahrenheit. Any thing under 99 or over 103 is harmful and needs attention. Rising even three degrees above that means overheating. The easiest tool for this job is a 
While baby Gio was sleeping in his swing today, our furry baby Yoki decided to have a little Pomeranian bonding moment with him. Over the past 5 years we have taken Yoki from a skittish, scared little puppy mill survivor to now, the Alpha among the small pack that we have. All that patience paid off, her curiosity is now guiding light. With Baby Gio there’s a lot of curiosity to go around. Most of the time Yoki stays away from the now teething, bald, center of attention… but today was different. Today she wanted to know more about this growing human that actually sounds a little like her at times. When no one is around she likes to sniff all of his things, like blankets, burp clothes and even stinky diapers… ok, maybe not stinky diapers.