Pomeranians are a mischievous breed and often like to use barking to get their owner's attention. That is why many people feel they are noisy. In fact, these bad habits can be corrected through simple training. Below is a practical four-step approach.
Tip 1: Give the Pomeranian a simple name and do not keep changing it. The breed has sharp hearing, and if the owner calls the same name consistently, the dog will gradually understand that it is being addressed. Whenever the dog responds to its name, reward it.
Tip 2: A young Pomeranian is usually playful and may chew things or make trouble after arriving home. At that stage, the owner should not hit or scold it. Instead, place the dog briefly in its crate and let it out once it settles down. Do not give snacks during this process, or it may think bad behavior leads to rewards.
Tip 3: When preparing food, many puppies jump around excitedly. Do not feed immediately. Put the food down, and if the Pomeranian rushes over, remove it. Repeat this until you can place the food down while the dog remains sitting calmly. Only then should it be allowed to eat.
Tip 4: When teaching the sit command, say "sit" and gently lift the leash at the same time so the dog feels its hips should move downward. If it completes the action, reward it. Most Pomeranians can learn it after several repetitions.
Training a Pomeranian is not actually difficult. What matters is patience. Appropriate encouragement helps a great deal, and owners should remember that hitting or scolding does not solve the problem.