From Pomeranian Breeding to the Pomsky

The Pomsky comes from two breeds: the Husky and the Pomeranian, also known as the Dwarf Spitz. Here is more about Pomeranian breeding and about the breed itself,

as well as what made the Pomsky possible.

Pomeranian breeding and its history

The Pomeranian descends from the Nordic Spitz breeds. Used for hunting at the time, those Spitz types were far larger. The breed gradually became popular further south in Europe, and more precisely in Germany.

It was there that the breed evolved, and we see the Spitz of the northern countries turn into the German Spitz.

And within that same breed there are several varieties:

• The Keeshond (Wolfspitz)
• The Giant Spitz
• The Medium Spitz
• The Dwarf Spitz (or Pomeranian)

The Spitz varieties are distinguished above all by size and coat colour, and by where they developed.

The Keeshond in the Netherlands, for example, and the Pomeranian in the province of Pomerania, which lies between Germany and Poland.

Pomeranian breeders saw puppy sales explode around 2010, after the phenomenon of Boo the dog, whose grooming made him a wild success and an internet star.

The Pomeranian’s character

The Pomeranian is cheerful, dynamic and very affectionate.

The Pomeranian is bold at heart. It is afraid of nothing, without ever turning on those around it. It is also very playful and loves being the centre of attention — making its owners laugh is what it does best.

It is a very intelligent dog too, which can create a few difficulties during training. Climbing onto the sofa or walking into a room that is off limits will not stop it if its training has been a little lax, because the Pomeranian will take advantage and allow itself to bend a few house rules.

Its combination with the Husky to create the Pomsky — a truly adorable ball of fluff

For its character

• The closeness the Pomeranian can have with humans, which can shift the somewhat aloof streak found in some Huskies.

• Although it is energetic and very playful, it also has a calm side that lets it stay settled when it needs to, where the Husky finds that harder.

• Its needs in terms of physical and mental exercise are lower.

These are the Pomeranian traits sought in the Pomsky, and they are what give it a gentler character, better suited to family life.

For its build

• The Pomeranian belongs to the primitive group along with the Husky, which makes the two dogs fairly close physically.

• Its conformation does not distort the Husky look, so the wolf-like quality is preserved.

• It is also smaller, which makes it possible to produce Pomskies smaller than a Husky, so that they can adapt to apartment living and be more easily transported by people who travel a lot.

To find out about the Pomsky’s other ancestor, do have a look at our second article, on the Husky side.

Pomsky breeding