Grooming & Hygiene

Pomeranians have thick, double coats that require daily brushing — especially during shedding seasons. Baths are done every few weeks (or as needed) and nails are trimmed regularly. Ears are cleaned to prevent infections. In our home Cashmere and Corduroy receive top-of-the-line grooming; we also trust them to Groom All Pet Grooming Palace, LLC, a veterinarian-recommended salon.

Age-Appropriate Grooming

While puppies leave our care at eight weeks, we brush and bathe them as needed. We recommend starting formal grooming at 12–16 weeks, once they’ve had their second vaccinations — this builds positive associations and helps them adapt to the process.

Nutrition & Feeding

Adult Pomeranians thrive on a high-quality, balanced diet rich in protein and nutrients. We feed ours a mix of cod fish, salmon, beef, chicken, rice, berries, pumpkin, and occasional Purina dry food, supplemented with non-sweetened Greek yogurt for probiotics.

Puppy Diet

All of our puppies eat Purina ONE Healthy Puppy Formula. After adoption, keep them on this diet or gradually transition to a new food over 5–7 days — slowly mix increasing amounts of the new kibble to prevent tummy upset.

Exercise

Daily walks, playtime, and mental enrichment keep Pomeranians fit and happy. We use puzzle toys, games of fetch, hikes, and even swimming to engage Cashmere and Corduroy — and they love tagging along on family road trips!

Age-Appropriate Exercise

Puppies need about 5 minutes of exercise per month of age (twice a day). For example, a 4-month-old puppy benefits from two 20-minute sessions. Always start slow — Pomeranians have delicate joints, so gradually build up to longer walks.

Training & Socialization

Consistency is key! We begin basic obedience — sit, stay, leash walking — and pair it with positive reinforcement and treats. Early socialization builds confidence; our puppies join Cashmere’s training sessions in a playful, age-appropriate way. For more on potty training and advanced skills, click your puppy’s photo on the main page.

Health & Veterinary Care

Preventative checkups catch issues early. We take all our dogs to Rock Road Animal Hospital in St. Louis for regular exams.

Vaccinations

Puppies leave us with all age-appropriate shots complete, and their full vaccine record comes home with you.

Spay & Neuter

Each puppy is spayed or neutered before adoption to ensure a healthy start and help control the pet population.

Microchipping

Cashmere and Corduroy are microchipped, and all puppies are chipped prior to adoption. Please update the chip with your contact info after adoption.

AKC Registration

All of our dogs are AKC registered. Your puppy’s registration paperwork will be provided when you bring them home.