Many dogs that run off, run to something, not from something. So, for Pomeranians that are not spayed or neutered, dashing out the door to seek out a mate is not unheard of.
This aside, loud noises like fireworks or thunder can spook a dog so bad that panic causes them to take off.
If your Pom tends to try and escape every time the door opens, ask that all family members knock before entering to allow the person in the house to secure your puppy or dog first.
If your Pom is home alone and tries to run past you as you’re entering, rethink having your Pomeranian unrestricted in the house. Having free reign when alone is a contributing factor to all sorts of trouble including destructive chewing, housebreaking accidents, and
separation anxiety. It is best to have your Pom in an indoor
canine playpen, which holds all of your dog’s necessities.
You may also want to consider having your Pom microchipped; though, this is only helpful if your dog runs off and is turned into a shelter or kennel that has a scanning device. Though many Poms are kept collar-free (since a harness is used when on leash), if your Pom does wear a collar, be sure that it holds an ID tag.
An under-the-foot dog is just what it sounds like; the dog is small enough to be under your feet and this can happen in the blink of an eye. A Pomeranian can be stepped on, tripped over, or injured in some other way by darting out while you’re in motion. It happens most often when an owner is distracted or is coming around a corner.
Another mishap is accidentally closing a door on a dog’s tail which can cause a sprained or broken tail.
To keep your Pomeranian safe, everyone in the house should take care when walking about and when closing doors. Many accidents like this happen at night; so, if your Pom is able to roam in the evening, be sure to have the house properly lit.
The aim of this article is to keep your Pomeranian safe; however, what about if something were to happen to you? From being stranded on the highway due to weather to having an accident that requires a hospital visit, the type of misfortunes is, sadly, numerous and completely unpredictable.
If you are your Pom’s main caregiver and there are not others in the household, have plans in place for someone to step in, should this ever be needed. This may be a neighbor, friend, or family member that can come to your home to care for your Pom or take your dog over to their house.
In advance, have simple instructions written down such as where to find your
Pom’s food, how often and how much to feed your dog, a schedule of walks and bathroom trips, and a list of favorite care items (bed, toys, snacks, etc.).
Be sure that this appointed person has a key to your home and that your Pom has spent at least some time getting to know them.