[bendie]

Hello all,
I lost my Pomeranian last October, she had a series of health problems including luxating patellas, kidney stones, and was hypoglycemic. We were very naive when we purchased her, but despite all of her health problems, she was the most smartest, loving pom. I'm really glad we were able to give her the best life possible despite her health problems. Now that I'm buying another puppy, I'm hoping some one can help me answer a couple of questions. I have found a reputable breeder who's Pom had two little girls last Tuesday. They are expected to be around 3 to 3 and a half pounds when fully grown. I'm afraid that this is a little on the light side for a pom. Are there any health problems I should be concerened about with such a small dog? Also any other tips before I go ahead with the purchase? We were burned once, and I don't want to be burned again.
Thanks again for all help/advice.

[Yogi]

Originally Posted by bendie

Hello all,
I lost my Pomeranian last October, she had a series of health problems including luxating patellas, kidney stones, and was hypoglycemic. We were very naive when we purchased her, but despite all of her health problems, she was the most smartest, loving pom. I'm really glad we were able to give her the best life possible despite her health problems. Now that I'm buying another puppy, I'm hoping some one can help me answer a couple of questions. I have found a reputable breeder who's Pom had two little girls last Tuesday. They are expected to be around 3 to 3 and a half pounds when fully grown. I'm afraid that this is a little on the light side for a pom. Are there any health problems I should be concerened about with such a small dog? Also any other tips before I go ahead with the purchase? We were burned once, and I don't want to be burned again.
Thanks again for all help/advice.

Considering the original breed was between 15 to 20lbs and has since been shrunk down to the standard of approx 4.5lbs to 7.5lbs, I would avoid any smaller than the breed standard that is noted currently. Health issues in these smaller dogs are far more likely. Generally they have a weaker bone structure and being that they are already reduced in size, the general health issues common in the breed have a better chance of developing. These undersized ones are in most cases the result of poor breeding practices as a reputable breeder is looking to breed to the standard not below it. Runt to runt breeding is generally frowned upon for just this reason. This sounds like just that. I would look for a breeder who breeds to the standard, where you can see the dam and sire to help ensure that you are getting one to proper size and request proof of health in the sire and dam. Good Luck.