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The Pomeranian is the ultimate travel companion for globetrotters who wish to take their dog everywhere without logistical constraints. Its pocket size allows it to travel in airplane cabin, free on trains and slip into practically all accommodations and shops. Behind this living stuffed animal appearance hides an assertive character and volcanic personality that leave no one indifferent. Its spectacular fur requires regular maintenance even on vacation to maintain its appearance as a miniature lion. This small dog with big temperament transforms every outing into a show because its adorable appearance invariably provokes smiles and requests for cuddles.
Atouts en voyage
- Ultra-compact size allowing access to all transport including airplane cabin
- Free travel on French trains thanks to weight under six kilograms
- Quasi-universal acceptance in hotels, restaurants and shops
- Remarkable adaptability to small urban accommodation spaces
Defis a anticiper
- Shrill and frequent barking which can pose problems in adjoining accommodation
- Bone fragility requiring increased vigilance on uneven terrain and in presence of large dogs
- Very dense coat heating this small body quickly in summer despite its reduced size
Profil voyage
Se deplacer avec votre Pom
The Pomeranian travels free on French trains provided it is transported in a closed bag or carrier basket of maximum dimensions forty-five by thirty centimeters. Its small size allows it to easily sit on your lap or under the seat in front of you throughout the journey. Its alert temperament can push it to bark at train noises; gradually accustom it and reward silence with treats. A ventilated and comfortable transport bag will make the journey pleasant for this little traveler.
The Pomeranian ideally travels in a car booster seat for small dogs fixed to the back seat by the seat belt. This elevated position offers it a view outside which reassures it and reduces its desire to bark from frustration. For long journeys, alternate between the seat and a short moment in your arms during breaks to maintain the bond. Air conditioning is necessary even in mid-season because its thick coat causes rapid overheating in the passenger compartment.
The Pomeranian is one of the rare dogs that can systematically travel in airplane cabin thanks to its featherweight under three and a half kilograms. Choose a soft transport bag meeting airline standards that slips under the seat in front of you. Accustom your Pom to staying calm in its bag for several hours by simulating the journey at home in preceding weeks. Its barking can become problematic in cabin; carry long-lasting chew treats and a silent toy.
Sante en voyage
Risques specifiques
- Patellar luxation aggravated by slippery floors and repeated jumps to climb on furniture
- Tracheal collapse caused by excessive traction on a collar during walks
- Hypoglycemia in smallest specimens in case of spaced meals or prolonged stress
Precautions
Feed your Pomeranian three to four times a day in small portions to maintain stable blood sugar during active travel days. Never carry it by the collar and use exclusively a harness to protect its fragile trachea. Carry honey or glucose syrup in a tube as emergency remedy in case of sudden hypoglycemia manifesting as staggering gait or glassy stare.
Tolerance chaleur
Despite its tiny size, the Pomeranian possesses surprisingly dense woolly undercoat that makes it heat-sensitive from twenty-five degrees. Its small body heats faster than it cools due to unfavorable surface-volume ratio covered in fur. Offer it a miniature cooling mat and fresh water continuously. Never place it on hot asphalt whose heat radiates directly on its body located only a few centimeters from the ground.
Pharmacie de voyage
- Tube glucose syrup for emergency hypoglycemia
- Miniature protective booties for burning or rough floors
- Gentle brush to detangle undercoat without irritating its fine skin
- Single-dose saline solution to clean its prominent eyes
Equipement indispensable
Cabin-approved ventilated transport bag
Allows the Pomeranian to travel in airplane cabin and free on trains in a secure and comfortable cocoon
Anti-pull H-harness for small dog
Protects the Pom's fragile trachea which is predisposed to tracheal collapse caused by collar pressure
Elevated car seat for small dog
Offers the Spitz a reassuring view outside during journeys and keeps it safe at proper height
Travel-sized cooling mat thirty by forty centimeters
Perfect size for this small dog and slips into transport bag for breaks in hot terrains
Miniature grooming kit with comb and brush
Its plush fur tangles in a few hours of walking and twice-daily brushing preserves its spectacular appearance
Ou partir avec votre Pom ?
The Pomeranian is the king of urban travel and city breaks thanks to its size which opens all doors. French historic cities, picturesque villages and seaside resorts off-season constitute its ideal playgrounds where its presence never poses logistical problems.
Le saviez-vous ?
Two Pomeranians were among the only three dogs surviving the Titanic shipwreck in 1912, their owners having slipped them into their coats during evacuation they were so tiny
Mozart owned a Pomeranian named Pimperl to whom he dedicated a musical air and whom he took on all his travels through European courts
Today's Pomeranian originally weighed nearly fifteen kilograms; it was Queen Victoria of England who reduced its size through selection, making it suitable for carriage and train travel
Questions frequentes
Can the Pomeranian really travel free by train in France?
Yes, dogs under six kilograms travel free on SNCF trains provided they are transported in a closed container of maximum dimensions forty-five by thirty by twenty-five centimeters. The Pomeranian, weighing between one and a half and three and a half kilos, easily falls within these criteria. No additional ticket is necessary. Keep the bag closed throughout the journey and only take it out during station stops for possible needs.
How to protect a Pomeranian from large dogs on vacation?
The Pomeranian's bone fragility makes encounters with large dogs potentially dangerous even in case of friendly play. In walking areas, keep it on short leash and change direction if a large dog approaches without control. Never let it loose in dog parks or unsecured spaces. Carry it in your arms or in its transport bag in case of uncertain situation and don't put it on the ground in very crowded places.
Can the Pomeranian do hikes?
The Pomeranian can hike but over short distances adapted to its small paws. Count three to five kilometers maximum on flat and regular terrain, with frequent breaks. For longer hikes, a backpack dog carrier allows taking it everywhere alternating walking and rest. Avoid rocky trails where its miniature paw pads risk injury and check its paws regularly.
How to manage Pomeranian barking in hotels?
The Pomeranian is naturally vocal and can bark at unfamiliar hotel noises, hallway passages or sounds from neighboring rooms. Work the silence command before travel by systematically rewarding calm. In hotel, place it where it doesn't see the door and use white noise or soft music to mask external sounds. A Pomeranian properly tired by the day is generally calm at night.
Which hotels accept Pomeranians in France?
The vast majority of dog-friendly hotels accept without reservation a dog under four kilograms because it causes no size-related nuisances. Many hotels that normally refuse dogs make an exception for very small breeds like the Pomeranian. Always mention exact weight when booking because the term Spitz can wrongly evoke a medium-sized dog. Some luxury hotels even offer welcome kits for small dogs.
