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Teddy Bear Pomeranian

The Faces of the Pomeranian

There are 3 different face types of the Pomeranian dog. However, it must be noted that by AKC standard guidelines, the Pomeranian dog "should" have the fox face. That is the standard and will win points in dog conformation shows. However, there are also 2 other types of face shapes for this breed that are very popular...and becoming more sought after every year.

The 3 Face Types are:

Fox face
Teddy Bear
Baby Doll

How Are There 3 Kinds????

The fox face is standard, however as breeders have bred litters throughout the years, there were puppies born with different shaped faces. the Teddy Bear Pomeranian is produced when a breeder produces a litter of puppies who have more of a teddy bear than a fox face...even if it is just slightly different....Then they will match up that puppy with a mate who also possesses the same qualities....The results are a new litter of puppies with even more of a teddy bear appearance.

Some breeders, although it does not follow AKC guidelines focus solely on Teddy Bear Pomeranian puppies.

Let's Look At the Difference

This is the typical fox face Pomeranian, as explained in the AKC standard guidelines. To quote a section of the guidelines, " the expression is alert and may be referred to as fox-like” and faults (in AKC conformation events) include: “Round, domed skull; under-shot mouth”

Teddy Bear Pomeranians

This is a perfect example of Teddy Bear Pomeranians. As you can see, there is quite a different in the face shape. Unlike the photo above, this teddy bear Pomeranian has a much shorter snout. It is commonly referred to a "smooshed face". Because of this feature, the eyes appear to be closer to the nose and the cheeks appear to be fuller.

Baby Doll Pomeranian

This is the look that is commonly referred to as the baby doll Pom (or babydoll Pomeranian). As you can see, this look is extremely similar to teddy bear Pomeranians. The difference here, if you look closely, is that the snout is more flat...with a bit less than the rounded snout of the teddy bear Pomeranian. The eyes are set a bit higher and the more has a bit less of a curve to it.

Any Other Differences?

You may wonder if there are any other difference between these 3 different face types. Aside from the above information in which we did explain the important fact that only the fox face is considered to be the AKC standard, there is no other difference. All have the same thick double coats, all will goes though the "puppy uglies" and all should weight, as an adult, between 3 and 7 pounds, all have the same grooming, care, health and dental needs....And all come in the 19 solid AKC colors, exotic colors or are parti -Poms (more than 1 color).

If you are looking for a Teddy Bear Pomeranian, be sure to have a look at our Exclusive List of Personally Recommended Breeders. Out of the hundreds of breeders in the United States, these are those whom we personally know and would recommend to anyone who is looking for an exceptional, quality puppy at a reasonable price.

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