Pomeranians

[TFTpwnsYou]

This might be a dumb question, but I've been meaning to ask it for a while. Why is it that Poms you see in dog shows and Poms that are not literally look different? I'm just wondering cause it seems like Poms in the shows are smaller, more compact, and have a fluffier coat. The one's I see that people own normally have a longer body and snout, look bigger, and have a longer more silky looking coat. Just wondering why such a difference?

[borzoimom]

This might be a dumb question, but I've been meaning to ask it for a while. Why is it that Poms you see in dog shows and Poms that are not literally look different? I'm just wondering cause it seems like Poms in the shows are smaller, more compact, and have a fluffier coat. The one's I see that people own normally have a longer body and snout, look bigger, and have a longer more silky looking coat. Just wondering why such a difference?

Poms in the shows are more correct. Usually smaller and compact- yes you are right. Also- The coat is more correct with undercoat and top coat the same length giving a fuller impression. However- as in some breeds- a females coat will lay down more as in heat cycles they can blow their undercoat- but still not so much to change the impression.
MOst of the pet poms I have met are way too big- more like how the dog was before they dwarfed the dog. Poms use to be much bigger than a the show poms you see today. Also the same reason goes hand in hand with more needed C sections for the breed to whelp...

[TFTpwnsYou]

Thank you. I've been wondering that for quite some time now. I know they're Poms, but they don't look like the show Poms. That explains it though.

[borzoimom]

Thank you. I've been wondering that for quite some time now. I know they're Poms, but they don't look like the show Poms. That explains it though.

Probably what you are seeing is what is now considered to be " pet quality" poms not bred to show, and therefore not sized down as the show poms. And the wrong coat can change the impression of a dog ALOT!

[lute]

i have a good example of a "pet quality" pom. My Beanie is no where close to what the breed standard calls for.

[borzoimom]

but still absolutely adorable!!! lol Thanks lute for posting a picture- that should help her alot!

[TFTpwnsYou]

Yes lute, that is a very good example of what I'm talking about. Beanie is so pretty though. Personally I do think the pet quality Poms look better than the show Poms. I like a longer less puffy coat on a dog. lol. I just never knew why they looked so different.

[lizbud]

My neighbors have 3 gorgeous Poms. They would fit right in with any
show dogs. Maybe they are the exceptions from what you have seen.

[Kalei]

Haha ditto to what Borzoimom said

[buttercup132]

The breeding and grooming is what makes them different.

[borzoimom]

Well grooming is a little bit- but really the proper coat is equal length top and undercoat to make the coat stand up. You cant make a coat stand up that isnt there to start with.. Show poms have a tight undercoat.

[TFTpwnsYou]

This is what I meant. Look at this Pom compared to lutes. Big difference.

[borzoimom]

I love lutes little dog..
Now looking at the two photos- you will see the show pom has a very short back and stiffles. The coat is equal in length under and top coat. Stiffles, neck and back is much shorter.
And with lutes picture- that dog is probably healthier- less likely to have slipped patellas, etc.. And if bred- which of the two would be less likely to probably need a C section???? HANDS DOWN- ITS Lutes picture for sure!

[applesmom]

The question is:

Why is it that Poms you see in dog shows and Poms that are not literally look different?

The answer is: Pet poms like many other breeds are being mass produced by irresponsible "breeders" and purchased by uninformed pet owners who care nothing about the standard; just supply and demand.

[mike001]

I second that, plus everything Borzoid explained. Doesn't mean the show dogs are better. I think Lute's picture is adorable.