The Pomeranian Painter Raised His Palette and Waited for Praise
A cloud of cream fur frames a small, bright-eyed face, and the Pomeranian painter holds a wooden palette dotted with soft pinks, blues, and golds. His coat is pink silk embroidered with golden medallions, and a frothy lace jabot tied with a pink ribbon spills over his chest. Painted shells and flowers decorate the pastel wall behind him, and a swag of pink silk with a golden tassel curtains one side. The overall mood is light and cheerful, as if the artist has just finished a fresh stroke and is waiting for a compliment.
Pomeranians are small, spirited dogs with big personalities and a thick, fluffy double coat. That coat needs regular brushing, several times a week, to prevent mats, and it sheds more heavily in some seasons. They are alert, lively, and often bark to announce visitors, so early training and socialization help. Because they are tiny, they can be injured by falls or rough play, and their teeth need regular care. In hot weather, keep them cool and avoid heavy exercise, since all that fluff holds warmth. Ask your vet about dental care, exercise, and diet.
The painter is working on a masterpiece, though it may turn out to be a portrait of his own tail. Whatever the subject, he will frame it with pride, hang it over the sofa, and insist that every visitor admire it before the cake is served.
