Your Pomeranian might well be small, fluffy and cute but he has a big personality. Pomeranians are confident, intelligent and active. They are incredibly curious and inquisitive dogs that have a protective nature which makes them good watchdogs – if they sense any trouble or danger they will let off a stream of barks until you pay attention. Your Pomeranian’s protectiveness is due in part to his deep loyalty to his owners and family. He is completely devoted to his owner and loves to be near them; he is affectionate and a wonderful companion yet not a clingy dog as they still enjoy their independence and are happy to spend a bit of time on their own. You can expect your Pomeranian to get on well with all members of your family and other pets, providing they are properly socialised from an early age. However, it is important to teach children that although your Pom is cute and cuddly, he needs space and won’t appreciate being mollycoddled, which can lead to snappy behaviour. Your Pomeranian has no concept of his small size and is totally fearless when it comes to acting aggressively towards much larger dogs, for this reason you should keep him on a leash during walks and outdoors adventures.