Pomeranians

 In This Chapter Setting the stage: The when and where of housetraining Managing the gotta-go schedule Defining the den Ready, set, go! When training comes up short: Special challenges Babies don’t come potty trained. Neither do puppies. Toy dog puppies, in particular, seem to take a little longer to housetrain — but at least their…

In This Chapter Making a list, checking it twice: Must-have items for a trip Adjusting for your pup’s needs: Safety, temp, and comfort Gaining altitude: Your pup in flight Treating the motel well Choosing a caregiver when your pup must stay home Most everyone likes a road trip, especially dogs. And all dogs seem to…

 In This Chapter Skimming the surface: Skin problems Avoiding (or stopping) worm infestations Reading your Pom’s body language for specific problems Knowing your Pom’s chances for hereditary challenges Living with a pet for many years means dealing with illness — both minor and more serious, short-term and long-term. Unfortunately, because their life spans are so…

In This Chapter Setting the course: Regular checkups and vaccinations Standing guard on your dog’s health Dealing with worms and pests Making life simple for you and your Pom: Castration and spaying Easing your Pom into senior-citizenship You are your dog’s single most important healthcare worker because you’re the one who sees to her everyday…