Origin: From the Baltic region of Pomerania, once part of Germany.
Height: 28cm
Weight: 1.75 to 3 kg
Temperament: active, affectionate, happy
Useful information: Poms suffer from hereditary diseases like hip dysplasia and dislocation of the kneecap. Their teeth are prone to a rapid buildup of tartar and their eyes frequently “weep”. The eyes should be cleaned regularly.

Group clubs:
Victory Toy Dog Club. PO Box 2985, Bellville, 7536
Secretary Tel. 022 481 3983
Jubilee Toy Dog Club. PO Box 1532, Walkerville, 1876
Secretary Tel. 011 855 2078
Pretoria Toy Dog Breeders Association. PO Box 10007, Vorna Valley, 1686
Secretary Tel. 082 684 9615
Toy Dog Breeders Association. PO Box 113, Henley-on-Klip, 1962
Secretary tel. 016 366 0514
Natal Toy Dog Club. PO Box 39954, Queensburgh, 4070
Secretary Tel. 031 903 5463

Please note: Should you not have success with any of the above addresses click here for KUSA's address list.

Breeders:

Sources:
The Kennel Union of SA,
FCI Breed Standards,
Canadian Kennel Club Breed Standards,
Guide to the Dogs of the World published by Treasure Press,
The Readers Digest Illustrated Book of Dogs.