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Quick Facts
| Origin | 2009 USA |
| Size | 20-30 lbs 10-15 in |
| Group | Designer |
| Lifespan | 13-15 Years |
| Coat | Short to Long Gray and white, black and white, red and white, blue and white, brown, tan |
| Temperament | Energetic, Playful, Intelligent |
| Exercise Needs | Moderate to High |
| Training Difficulty | Moderate |
| Health Issues | Generally Healthy |
| Grooming Needs | High |
| Price | $2000 to $3000 |
Introduction to Pomsky
The Pomsky is a mixed breed dog of the Pomeranian and the Siberian Husky. They are very active and playful dogs which has made them popular over the few years. They were names as the most popular dogs of 2017 which results in its expensive price, ranging from $2000 – $3000 which is a lot for a dog.
Due to differences in size of their parental dogs the natural process of breeding is very risky and dangerous. So they are always bred by artificial breeding methods which is a very expensive process, this is also one of the reason for the expensive price of Pomsky.
History and Origin
Back in 2011, a meme was viral in internet which featured images of Finnish Lapphund puppies, claiming that they were Siberian husky and Pomeranian mixed breed. The whole internet users lost their mind and demand for Pomsky puppies was increasing rapidly. Seeing this demand enterprising breeders quickly made it happened through artificial breeding.
Because of the size difference between Pomeranian and Husky, natural breeding is very risky and dangerous. So breeding through artificial method is the only possible way for giving birth to a Pomsky. For this reason they are very rare in all over the world and are very expensive as well.
Physical Characteristics
Pomsky varies in sizes from small to medium depending upon who’s genetical traits it inherits from its parental breed. Normally they 20-30 pounds in weight and 10-15 inches in height. Their face structure are very similar to its one of the parental breed Siberian Husky. It has a small erected ear with small to medium size eyes.
Their coat type varies from its genetics which can be fluffy like Husky or soft like Pomeranian. They usually have moderate to high shedding coats which can be of any color like Gray and white, black and white, red and white, blue and white, brown, tan which can also be long or short. This usually makes grooming needs to be regular to insure its coat health. Their shedding traits can cause a lot for trouble for your room, couch and clothes if not cleaned regularly.
Temperament and Personality
Pomsky are very cute breeds and are actually friendly, playful, adorable and funny which makes them favorite for most of the pet lovers. Mostly they tend to inherit the vocal behavior of Husky which is chatty howling and whining tendencies along with Pomeranian parent’s penchant for yapping. This traits makes them a very vocally active dogs which might not be favorite thing for every neighbors. They can adapt to any change in surroundings and climate. They can be stubborn at sometimes which can be difficult in training them.
Exercise and Activity Needs
Pomsky is a very active breed so providing him daily exercise like walking, playing fetch, running etc 30 – 60 mins a day is recommended to ensure its physical and mental strength. Regular exercise is very important for its bone health and overall general health. They can adapt to any temperature change which is a suitable trait for playing and exercising. Regular exercise is very necessary in order to keep them active mentally and physically.
Grooming and Care
Pomsky are very high shedding animals which means they require frequent grooming and care. Regularly brushing its coat with soft brush is recommended to ensure its overall coats health and smoothness. Their nails should be trimmed once every few weeks and brushing their teeth daily with high quality brush and paste is recommended as they are very prone to dental health issues. Bathing once every couple of months is required to maintain its health and prevent possible allergies.
Some helpful tips:
- In order to ensure its silky and shiny coat it is recommended to use slicker brush.
- One must know that they should not over wash their pet’s coat as it can damage and degrade its coat quality.
- Bathing once a few months with high quality shampoo is much better for their coat’s and overall health.
- Clean their ears, trimming nails, brushing their teeth with high quality toothpaste are some major cleaning activities.
Health and Common Concerns
Pomsky are generally healthy breeds but there might be some exceptional cases where they are prone to various diseases such as
- Hip dysplasia: This condition arises when the hip joint doesn’t fit together properly which can cause sever pain to the dog and is common in most of the breeds.
- Bloat: This is a very risky condition which occurs in dog’s stomach as it twits and stopping the blood flow which can cause death of the dog.
- Elbow dysplasia: This condition is also similar to Hip dysplasia but the difference is that it occurs in elbow joints instead of hip joints.
- Allergies: They can be victim of several allergies due to various surroundings and food conditions.
Some helpful tips:
- Taking your dog to the veterinarian for regular checkups at least once every 14 weeks is recommended.
- Feed them nutritious and protein condense foods like meat, authentic dog foods etc.
- Never neglect the hydration of your dog.
- Giving them necessary vaccines to fight various bacterias and allergies is necessary.
- Socializing and interacting with them by playing is an important activity for their mental health as well as physical health.
- Proper sanitation and clean environment is a must for minimal risk of bacterial diseases.
- If any sudden sickness you should immediately seek help from respective professionals.
Training and Socialization
Pomsky are also an intelligent breed which makes them easy to train but at time it can be stubborn which makes them very difficult to train at home so it is better to seek help from some professionals or training them at a very young age is most recommended.
Pomsky are mostly very careful about small kids and playful with others and they can get along very well with other pets especially if they are raised along together from a very young age. The hunting traits from its parental breed Husky can result to chasing other small animals to it such as cats, Squirrels etc.
Some helpful tips for training:
- Teach your pet to sit, stay, heel, walk on stairs, jump etc which is essential for its safety.
- Teaching your pet what to eat, what not to eat and where to excrete, where not to is essential for cleanliness as well as pets’s safety.
- Teaching the pet to recognize family and strangers is an important activity which can be done by playing with it.
If they are not trained at a very young age they can be very stubborn as to its active vocal behavior such as howling which may not be everyone’s favorite. So, training and socializing at young age can prevent possible problems.
Conclusion
Pomsky have a lot of energy and often seek regular attention to play with the family members. They are also small enough to make a good companion for your children and apartment. People who love to have a playful as well as caring pet this breed is a good to go as well. They can definitely bring happiness and joy to your family.
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