The last 18 months have seen many of us welcome a new four-legged friend into our homes, as the Kennel Club saw dog ownership rise by nearly eight per cent over 2020.
But with 221 different breeds of pedigree dog to choose from, there’s plenty of thinking to do before you select your perfect pup.
Those with active lifestyles might want to consider a larger dog, while somebody with allergies will be looking for a hypoallergenic dog.
There’s even academic guidance to seek out, with Psychologist Stanley Coren’s book ‘The Intelligence of Dogs’ ranking breeds by instincts, obedience, and the ability to adapt.
One dog that often appears at the top of people’s canine wishlists is the Pomeranian – the cute little balls of fluff have a extensive range of positive attributes that make them a great family pet.
Here are 10 fun and interesting facts about the breed.

9. Intelligent
Pomeranian's are very intelligent. They rank 23rd in Stanley Coren's “The Intelligence of Dogs”, being of excellent working/obedience intelligence. Photo: Getty Images/Canva Pro

10. Third most popular
There were the third most popular toy dog in 2020 with over 1,700 people registering one last year. Photo: Getty Images/Canva Pro

