How To Groom A Pomeranian Dog- All Guide About Poms Care

Pomeranians are a small breed of dogs that are known for their fluffy thick coat, spunky personality and fox-like face. Their soft and fluffy coats need a lot of grooming. If it does not groom regularly it will become rough or matted.

If you are a Pomeranian owner then in this article you will learn how to groom a Pomeranian dog properly to keep them healthy and happy. So, let’s read it!

Introduction of Pomeranian dog breed🐶

Pomeranian is bred in Pomerania, a region that is now known as Poland and Germany.

Pomeranians are small dogs with big personalities. They are known for their fluffy coats that need regular grooming.

They have smart, curious and energetic personalities. They were bred as working dogs but now bred as family pets. They are playful dogs and are the center of attention. They can make the best pets but are not suitable for those families that have small children.

Importance of grooming of Pomeranian🎗🚿

To maintain overall health the grooming is very essential especially for the Poms. Because Poms have thick coats or fur that can become tangled and matted if not groomed regularly. Make sure to brush their coat everyday and shampoo its fur at least once a week.

If you do not take care of Pomeranian fur they become dry and irritated and cause skin issues. Tangles and matting make your dog irritated and can develop skin infections.

Poms are also prone to dental issues so regular teeth brushing is very essential.

How often should we groom a Pomeranian?🤏

For answer of this question I mentioned a detailed chart that will be helpful in Poms grooming:

Grooming Task	Schedule	Why Required?	Outcome if not done
Wipe under eyes.	Daily.	Prevent eye stains.	Tears stains.
Brush Teeth.	Daily.	Prevent dental issues.	Bad breath. Dirty teeth, dental decay, gum infections and tooth loss.
Brush your Pom’s coat.	2 to 3 times weekly.	To remove loose coats and prevent mats.	Coat mats may develop.
Check the bottom area.	Daily.	Feces often becomes stuck to fur.	Soiled and very irritated Pom’s bottom.
Pomeranian bath.	Every 2 to 3 weeks.	Maintain skin and coat health.	Bad body odor and poor coat health.
Apply nose balm.	2 to 3 times weekly.	Prevent dry, chapped noses.	Dry noses can start cracking.
Apply paw wax	2 to 3 times weekly.	Protect paws.	Dryness and cracking.
Trim toenails.	Every 2 to 3 weeks.	Keep your nails short.	Ingrown toenails, broken nails and poor gait.
Coat trimming.	Every 4 to 6 weeks.	To maintain desired length and coat shape.	Longer coats can develop mats and tangles.

Pomeranian grooming tools✂

To grooming of Pomeranian at home you need the following tools:

A dog brush- A gentle dog brush is needed to brush poms coat to remove any tangle and knot.

A dog comb- A nice dog comb is helpful in removing mats or knots.

A set of dog clippers- This is important to hair trimming and nails trimming.

Dog shampoo and conditioner- It will keep your dog’s fur clean and healthy.

Dog hair scissors- It will be used to clip the Pom’s fur.

How to groom a Pomeranian at home: Step by step guide🚿

Grooming is very vital for the Pomerania because of the thick double coat that becomes tangled and matted if not properly groomed. So if you are a Pomeranian owner follow these steps to groom your pup:

Brushing

Brush your Pomeranian’s fur with a gentle dog brush. Brush dogs fur in the direction it grows. Make sure to brush its fur all over. Especially behind the ears, under the chin, and under legs.

Shampooing and conditioning

Use the specially for Poms designed shampoo and conditioner to bath your dog. Wet their fur thoroughly, apply the shampoo and make lather then softly rub your hand all over their body, then rinse. Now apply the conditioner and work with it, then rinse it until water runs clear.

Dry the dog

Drying the dogs is a very important step because it will be helpful in the next grooming process. You can use a blowdryer to dry your dog and you can let it air dry. Dry the dog’s ears with a dry dog towel or a paper towel. It’s very essential otherwise it can cause parasites and bacteria if not dry properly.

Nail trimming

Trim your Pomeranian nails every few weeks by using a nail trimmer that is especially made for dogs. Keep in mind don’t cut their nails too short it can cause bleeding and pain.

Teeth brushing

As we mentioned above the Pomeranian dog breed is prone to dental issues. So, brush your dog’s teeth regularly to prevent tartar. Use a toothpaste and toothbrush that are especially made for dogs. Start brushing at the back of the mouth and gently forward.

Wiping the Eye Area

It is usually a good habit to clean your Pomeranian’s face area under eye at least once a day. To prevent your Pom from red yeast infection, use special canine wipes which are specially made for cleaning purposes without leaving too much moisture.

There are two reasons behind cleaning Pom’s eyes everyday:

To remove tiny dust particles around the eyes of Pomeranian which cause irritation
To prevent Pomeranian’s fur from getting stained due to basal tears

Paw Care

Usually owners don’t think about paw care of their pups unless needed. But, taking care of the paws of your Pom regularly is beneficial for your pup.

One of the best ways of paw protection is to use paw protection wax. Mostly, it is used for police dogs or sled dogs but it would be equally beneficial for your Pomeranian.

Nose Care

Considering the fact that a Pomeranian’s nose is vulnerable in all conditions, it’s susceptible to dryness and sometimes peeling. To avoid such issues, using canine nose balm is recommended.

Moreover, to avoid discoloration, it’s very important to take your pup out daily for UV rays to retain its pigmentation.

Ear Care varies depending upon individual Pomeranian needs because some Poms are sensitive and need regular cleaning of their ears to avoid potential infection while others are not prone to any kind of ear infections.

Ear Care

However, vets recommend to clean your Pomeranian’s ear regularly irrespective of their need to tackle any issue beforehand. The Ear Cleaning process is very easy and requires placement of a small amount of ear cleaning solution in ears. Then after massaging the ear base for sometime, remove the remaining solution from the outer ear with the help of cotton.

Some tips for Pomeranian grooming✨

Here are some tips for Pomeranian grooming that you should follow:

Be sure to use a gentle touch while brushing or combing your dog’s fur.
Be patient while grooming your poms. They can be stubborn and refuse to be groomed if they are not habitual for it. So, keep patience and take your time while grooming.
Use the tools that are designed for dogs. Human products like shampoo and conditioner can be harsh for their skin and coat.
Pomeranian nails grow very fast so trim their nails regularly. Make sure to use a good quality clipper for nail cutting to prevent injury.

Conclusion🌟

To maintain overall health the grooming is very essential especially for the Pomeranian. Because Poms have thick coats or fur that can become tangled and matted if not groomed regularly. Make sure to brush their coat everyday and shampoo its fur at least once a week.

If you do not take care of Poms fur they become dry and irritated and cause skin issues. Tangles and matting make your dog irritated and can develop skin infections.

Poms are also prone to dental issues so regular teeth brushing is very essential. They also require nails trimming regularly. With proper grooming and care your pup can enjoy a long, healthy and happy life.

FAQs❓

Pomeranian dogs have thick fur that needs regular grooming. If it is not regularly groomed it can become tangled and matted. It can include brushing daily, and shampooing and conditioning at least once a week.

No, human products like shampoo and conditioner can be harsh for their skin and coat.

Brush your dog’s teeth regularly to prevent tartar. You should brush their teeth daily or every 2nd day.

Trim your Pomeranian nails every few weeks by using a nail trimmer that is especially made for dogs.

Yes, eye care is very important. Most of the toy dogs are prone to eye infections. So it’s important to clean the eye area of your dog.