Breed Spotlight: Pomapoo

Coat Type and Colors

Most Pomapoos have medium to short coats that are curly. The degree of his curl varies from dog to dog, but coupled with a bicolored, tricolored, brindle, or sable pattern leads to a lovely dog. You can find Pomapoos in all of their parents’ colors such as:³

• Black
  
• Red
  
• Gray
  
• Cream
  
• Fawn
  
• White
  
• Brown
• Yellow/Gold

Ears

Most ears on a Pomapoo are triangle-shaped, covered in soft fur. The size and shape of a pomapoo’s ears varies, however. Some dog’s ears are larger, floppy forward creating an adorable frame around their eyes.

Shedding and Grooming

Pomapoos are infrequent shedders. Whether or not Pomapoos shed depends on which parent’s coat they inherited. If they take after the poodle parent, a pomapoo can be a great hypoallergenic dog for folks sensitive to pet dander.

Pet parents should expect to brush their Pomapoo daily or every other day to prevent matting. During grooming sessions, veterinarians recommend brushing Pomapoos teeth regularly to prevent periodontal disease.³ Due to their small size, this breed’s jaw is very small, causing their teeth to be crowded together.

Drooling Level

Pomapoos aren’t heavy droolers. Like all dogs, they may drool if they are excited or hungry, but you’ll be happy to know this dog doesn’t even drool in their sleep.

Behavior

This breed’s can-do attitude makes pomapoos great companions for the elderly and small families living in cities. First-time pet parents will find a fast friend in a Pomapoo.

This breed’s can-do attitude makes pomapoos great companions for the elderly and small families living in cities. First-time pet parents will find a fast friend in a Pomapoo.

Exercise Needs

Due to their small size, Pomapoos don’t require a lot of exercise. A 30-minute walk per day along with daily play time is enough to keep these dogs in shape. You may find that Pomapoos enjoy food puzzles and mazes. These intelligent dogs can keep their minds engaged while you’re at work.

Are Pomapoos Good with Other Pets?

If you already have pets, you’re in luck. Pomapoos need a lot of attention and benefit from having furry friends around. It may take a while to get the two animals to love on each other, but you can rest assured that a Pomapoo will not pick fights.

Trainability

Pomapoos are easy to train because they’re eager to please. These dogs are very intelligent, just like their poodle parents, so they will benefit from training courses to keep their minds sharp. Invest in treats your pup loves: training them to follow basic commands will be easier.

Are Pomapoos Good with Kids?

Pomapoos make great family pets and don’t tend to be aggressive. These dogs love to play with their humans, especially kids, but be careful. Kids can hurt these small animals if they play too roughly. Be sure to teach young kids how to handle their pet to avoid hurting their new pal.

Barking Level

Like Pomeranians, some Pomapoos can be very yappy. Positive reinforcement training is required to stop this behavior in its tracks.

Pomapoo Fun Facts

There is little information about the beginning of the Pomapoo breed. But they have become extremely popular over the last two decades. Here’s what we know for sure about the lovely Pomapoo.

1. The breed originated in North America as an attempt to get the best of both parent breeds: the regal look of a poodle and the spunk of a Pomeranian.
   
2. It may seem hard to believe, but Pomeranians descend from Arctic sled dogs in Northeast Europe. This may explain why Pomapoos are so energetic and loyal!
3. Because it’s a mixed breed, many Pomapoos tend to be healthier than purebred animals.³