Being a Pommy Mommy is literally the most rewarding responsibly I have ever had. Most people would call it a “job” but I could never call what I do a job… it’s actually an experience that only us as Parents of Pomeranians know… and it’s wonderful. Many of you probably think this is going to be some sad Pomeranian tribute to my fallen little guy. It isn’t. pomeranian tribute
Being a Pommy Mommy to “Rescue” Pomeranians is the most important thing I have done so far in my life. I get to rescue Pomeranians that people didn’t want and watch them grow into amazing little personalities… and if your have one you know what I mean. My husband and I always joke about how “I held Luka First”… when Maria gave the boys to us she handed me Luka and my husband Niko. They were so frightened and disoriented our hearts were filled with sadness for the both of them.
From a frightened little Black Pom came a personality that was larger than even my husband’s… and let me tell you, no actually let me tell you more about Luka. After we gave him a bath, a haircut and some descent food… he did what anyone else would have done… he took over the house. When Maggie passed there was a huge hole left in the Pommy pack for a leader… Luka saw his opportunity and stepped right in and started bossing everyone around. No one argued so he stayed boss… and that’s kinda how he got his name. If you read my rant about A Pomeranian’s Passing you would know that my husband saw this little Black Pom literally bossing everyone around and said he reminded him of Luca Brasi from the “Godfather” Book, not the movie. He started calling him Luka from the start and he responded to his new name without hesitation… obviously he liked it. I don’t like c’s in names… not really sure why but I don’t. So, it became Luka… just like Yoki, Mika and Niko. pomeranian tribute
We never really knew how tough Luka was until we went to the dog park… if another dog came up to anyone of the Pommy pack… that was just stupid. Luka would come over and basically, in no uncertain terms tell your dog… it wasn’t appropriate to be sniffing around my brother and sisters. Let me tell you he meant it… if you know what the “Jersey” nod is… Luka would just “nod” and every dog would move away from his brother Niko and his new sister Yoki. It was hilarious. He was literally “Il Pommy Negro”… the Black Pommy. (I hope you get the reference) … and if you don’t, The Mafia was called… “Il mano negro”, The Black Hand. (in Italian)
Luka was more than a tough guy though… he was such a beautiful boy. When you looked into his face all you saw was absolute beauty… my husband would say… “come on, stop it… call him handsome”… but that really wasn’t the case… he was absolutely beautiful. Everyone that experienced Luka was astounded by his beauty… and I loved it. He was my “beautiful” boy. Everyone on the Las Vegas Strip wanted to take their pictures with him. There is something about a beautiful Black Pomeranian that attracts even the biggest skeptics… and Luka loved the hugs and kisses. Little Niko was very jealous… but he had his own fans, all he had to do was bat his eyes. pomeranian tribute
We nicknamed Luka, “Ladies Man” because whenever my husband and I would have people over… he always won the hearts of the women and wouldn’t leave their side. Every single time he would convince them to pick him up, pet him and give him food… it was like he had them in a trance… pick up, pet me, give me treats. He really knew how to “work a room”… or a room with women in it.
Something… and I don’t know if it’s a good thing or a bad thing but it was Luka, was his possessiveness. He claimed our tortoise, Gorby as his pet. No one could go near him and he would sit by him for hours… I would literally have to pull him out of the “hot” Las Vegas Sun to stop guarding Gorby. He also liked claiming every single toy that came through for the Pommy boxes that we would put together for the month. His favorite toy was a little yellow tennis ball that we bought the second we adopted him… but he considered all the toys, his. I was talking to my husband and started sobbing because I realized that all of Luka’s toys were in the corner of his office… and Luka really is the only one that played with every single toy. I’m not sure if it was because he “strong armed” all the other Poms but I know that he loved his toys… “all of them”. pomeranian tribute
I’m really not sure why he died… we have our suspicions but all I know is that Luka never presented any signs that he was sick until he was sick… and even then he was a tough little guy. After the return home from the Vet I went to the store to get some dinner and he was right there at the door greeting me with all the vigor and lust for life that he had… never giving us any reason to doubt that he would live another 10 years. I will never forget how happy he always was… very rarely did I ever take a photo of him without a smile on his face. He was the ultimate model and loved every minute of being the toughest, most beautiful, possessive little Black Pomeranian, I have ever met. Thank you Luka for allowing me the experience of your awesomeness. You taught me so much about life… and how I should be living it.
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Beautiful Tribute about Luka ❤ My hearts are with you & your husband during this difficult time… It’s never easy especially when it is unexpected. I love Poms too…my sisters had two that I grew up with and passed away. Now I have one & I love him to death.
Just beautiful..I have no words as a pom mommy of three Buddy,sammie and baby chip I don’t know what I would do, they are my life with tears streamming down my face I so sorry he was beautiful
Beautiful tribute! My heart hurts for you. :'( My Poms are my babies- I love them dearly! <3
What a Beautiful Tribute . They leave foot prints on our souls.
I have a lil black Pom called ralphie and he is my wonderful shadow… I have had a lot of dogs thru out my life but ralphie is something special… My heart goes out to you losing your little man … Me and ralphie send u a hug x
I have a lil black Pom called ralphie and he is my wonderful shadow… I have had a lot of dogs thru out my life but ralphie is something special… My heart goes out to you losing your little man … Me and ralphie send u a hug x
Tara, I love this tribute! Luka was such a doll- he will be greatly missed!
Tara, I love this tribute! Luka was such a doll- he will be greatly missed!
That’s beautiful. Made me cry happy/sad tears . But I’m so happy at least this little man got to feel what it’s like to be loved and spoiled by the best people he could call his mommy and daddy. <3
I rescued my Pommy on Christmas Eve 2013, he is the love of my life. My heart hurts for you! Karl is my Silver Pom
My heart goes out to you guys. RIP Luka <3
Wow, that is a great tribute for Luka! I think about all of you every day, as I to had a black Pom who was just like Luka. Remember him always by thinking of that smile he shared with you.
That was just beautiful. I always wanted a black pom.
Ahhh so sorry–it always hurts and never gets easier, does it? My first pom Jojo had a heart attack or something right when we picked him up from the kennel after a vacation in Paris–he lived an extra 10 days and I still think of him—he died 7 years ago next month…<3…for some reason I have never been excited about visiting Paris again…
such a beautiful tribute for such a “beautiful” Pom. Like a black stallion, nothing more beautiful, even if it is male! 🙂 We love hearing all your stories, anyone that doesn’t shouldn’t be on here and shouldn’t be on the groups at all!
Thank you for sharing your life with Luka. It was an absolutely beautiful tribute to such a beautiful little boy. I always enjoy all ad your photos if all you pommies. I have one of my own. My Roxy girl just turned 13 in July. She brings my heart and life so much happiness I don’t know what is do without her. I bless you for helping all those precious little babies.
That was an awesome tribute to Luka. He will always have a place in your heart and will never be forgotten.
Just Beautiful:-)
Thank you, that is true love.
God Bless Little Luka!!! And God Bless U !!!!!!
You truly have a way with words! I wish I could describe our dogs with the detail that you’ve provided about Luka. I feel like I know this beautiful Pom and her brothers and sisters. If you ever need help out East with a rescue, Stephanie and I would love to help, and of course with the help of our Ginger and Mitzy! You guys are in our thoughts.
Such a lovely tribute. Sounds like he had the most wonderful personality. He was a very beautiful boy. <3
I am so sorry to hear you lost Luka, this was a beautifully written tribute to such an amazing boy! I am so Thankful to you and Rocco for bringing me the girl that we have named Misti! You are dedicated to the work you do.
This is wonderfully stated. I have a chocolate pom and when he looks at me, I feel as though he’s looking into my soul. He does so many stupid things that he’s entertaining, it’s amazing how such little dogs can have such a huge personality and impact in our families and hearts. I can’t imagine how I will handle it when I lose him, I can only hope it’s in the manner that you just did-gracefully.