The Pomeranian originated from Nordic sled and herding dogs — working breeds that make quick decisions without waiting for instruction. TThe Pomeranian is a confident, alert, deeply loyal dog with a personality that is larger than its tiny size. They bond hard to their families and thrive on attention and engagement. They rarely show fear and are also known to be vocal communicators. As natural watchdogs they notice everything and may be quick to bark at visitors, sounds from outside, movement through a window, or sounds in the distance. Barking is is to be expected with Pomeranians. This is manageable with consistent training from puppyhood, but you cannot train a Pomeranians to never bark entirely. It it is worth knowing before you bring one into an apartment with thin walls or a household that values peace and quiet.
That being said, Pomeranians are independent thinkers and many owners appreciate their ability to understand what you're asking. Short training sessions, positive reinforcement, and food motivation work reliably. Harsh corrections do not. What also doesn't work is treating a Pomeranian like it's too small to require training. A Pom raised without clear expectations will run the household with barking, chewing, and stubbornness. that this is the correct arrangement.
At Posh Puppies Indiana, our Pomeranians are pre-spoiled with human handling, puppy playtime, outdoor and indoor activities, and grooming sessions to help prepare them for the big world ahead of them.