Important Elements

All Pom owners should think very carefully before breeding their dog.  Some  people  wish to breed "Designer Dogs".  These dogs of mixed breeds are given cute names and sound appealing...however technically to do so is to weaken the strength of the Pomeranian bloodline.  This is most likely a trend and trends can disappear quickly.  If you wish to breed your Pomeranian, it is highly suggested to breed a purebred to purebred.

There is a lot more involved than just having a male and female dog.  The dogs should be evaluated.  Professional breeders carefully select the pairing of dogs to be bred.  Even with an AKC registration, there will be dogs who should not be bred.

Both dogs should have full medical checkups.  You will want to make sure that both dogs are healthy and that both dogs do not carry any hereditary diseases that can be passed down to puppies.

Are you Prepared?

One must be fully prepared before breeding. Ask yourself:

Do you have have the money for this?  Breeding involves many veterinarian bills.  The pregnancy may have complications. A cesarean section may need to be performed.  You will need extra food,  possibly milk supplement and more.

Do you have the time?  Those newborn puppies need to have a careful eye on them around the clock.  Hypoglycemia is just one of the many health issues that can suddenly strike a newborn puppy.

Do you have the emotional strength?  Even the best breeders in the world experience loss.  Even with years of experience, there may be a puppy or puppies who do not make it.   If all goes well, how will you feel when the puppies go to their new homes?

Is It Time?

Weight:  It is okay if the female weighs more than the male; however the male Pomeranian should never weigh more than 3 pounds (1.36 kilograms) over the weight of the female Pomeranian.  Please note: Taking two very small "runt" Pomeranians and breeding them together to produce unnaturally small Pomeranians is extremely unethical and will only produce very unhealthy puppies.  Any puppies born from that type of breeding will have huge risks of major health problems.
More about health issues

Age:  How old should your Pomeranian be when you breed him or her? A female should be at least 2 years old and have gone through a heat cycle. Pomeranian females should be retired from breeding when she is 7 years old maximum.  She can continue to enter heat until she is 12 years old (and sometimes for her entire life).  As soon as you know that you will not breed your Pomeranian anymore, you should have her spayed.  This is very important to her health.  Male Pomeranian dogs should be at least 2 years old to begin.

Health: It should go without saying that you should make sure your Pomeranian is healthy before attempting to breed her.  She should have a complete check up at the veterinarian and get the "okay" to have Pomeranian puppies.  Both your Pomeranian and the chosen sire must have medical checkups to check for hereditary diseases which could be passed on to pups!

How often?  How often can you allow your female Pomeranian to breed? Each Pomeranian must be evaluated to ensure that they are ready for a litter.  The recommended guidelines are as follows:

Heat Cycles & Issues

What do you do when your female Pomeranian just does not seem interested in the male? You can help your dog breed. As we are sure you know, male dogs and female dogs are as different as day and night when it comes to breeding.  There are a few things to keep in mind regarding your Pomeranian.  Most male dogs (un-neutered) will breed absolutely at any time. There will be a few exceptions, when a male is just not interested in the female dog.

A female, of course will only breed when in heat.  A female dog will go into heat about twice a year.  However, there is a big misconception regarding this: Once showing the signs of heat, the dog will most likely not immediately breed the first day.   For some dogs it is over 2 weeks after the signs!  The average time to allow for breeding is anywhere between 1 and 17 days.  Every dog is different.  The good news is that every dog has a pattern. 

Once you figure out what your Pomeranian's pattern is, you will know exactly which days she is ready.  In addition, a female dog does not always want to mate.  It is normal.  This dog breeding tip may help:   When she is in full heat, put the male in the room with her.  Stay by her side and rub her stomach and back.  When she seems completely relaxed,  then allow the male to make his attempt.  Keeping the above information in mind, just be patient with your Pomeranian.  Once you realize the exact real days of her full heat, she is alike to a human when it comes to the rest.  She is choosy about who she wishes to mate with! Keep in mind a female Pomeranian should not be made to breed after the age of 7 years and sooner if your veterinarian recommends an early retire based on her health.

Once you know you do not wish to breed your Pomeranian any  more, you should have her spayed.  A Pomeranian that is not spayed in her later years of life may have severe complications of the uterus, it may even turn fatal.  It is best for your dog to not breed her...and to have her spayed as early as possible!  Spaying even before the first heat greatly reduces the risks of ovarian and mammary cancer!   If breeding, when you retire your female you will also want to have a full dental done...and then of course keep your dog forever or find a loving, caring adoptive home.

Other Breeding Issues

For those who are serious in wanting to know all of the details of breeding, such as:

• Which health issues can happen to a Pom only when pregnant
• Where, Why and How to Register Pomeranian puppies
• Colors, Markings, Patterns, Appearance Issues
• Which 2 colors to never combine!
• And so much more...