What are Pomskies?
Endearing. Entertaining. Empatheic.
Pomsky dogs (also known as Arctic Spitz) are a designer dog that combines several Spitz breeds in attempt to maximize beneficial attributes of those breeds.
We are dedicated to producing healthy, well-socialized puppies that are from health tested parents (Embark, Gensol, UC Davis, OFA Hips / Elbow / Patella / Cardiac / Eyes).
Our program is based on producing puppies with highly desirable attributes gained from purebred Siberian Husky, Pomeranian and greater Spitz lineages, including American Eskimos, as guaranteed through DNA testing.
Pomskies are a joyful, affectionate dog with great sense of humour, excessive personality and character. They enjoy lots of daily activities and can be wonderful in all types of training and sport.
Our pups are affectionate, loving and comical in nature, but they also possess a deep empathy for their families and as such, many of our pups are in homes with young children and individuals with ADHD, autism, anxiety, cerebral palsy, and epilepsy.
Kobe, one of our past puppies, and is an effective therapy animal:
Kobe’s family
“I was in a car accident 3yrs ago cause my physical and mental disability. My doctors advise me that a support dog would be very helpful with my recovery. I am so happy for that advice and I wish, I had received it earlier. Kobe has been a blessing in my life. His loving and empathetic attitude help me get through my daily struggles. His active energy motivate me to complete my daily exercises. Kobe is a perfect fit for our family.”
The objective of the Pomsky breed is to standardize a multi-generational crossbreeding of Pomeranian, Siberian Husky, American Eskimo and German Spitz bloodlines into a smaller companion Spitz breed. A third breed is crucial in the Pomsky breed’s requirements to becoming recognized by the AKC.
Several of our Pomskies that we have bred are certified therapy animals. Others have won Conformation classes, have obtained titles such as Advanced Trick Dog (ATD), and have competed in fitness training including Agility.
Cambria (from Sakari x Creed) is a Certified Therapy Animal who visits seniors in retirement communities. She also trains in agility.
Pomskies are outgoing and social with people and other dogs but can sometimes require a little time to warm up to new dogs that might intimidate them. Pomskies are not overly stoic and would rather be a lover than a fighter.
Pomskies typically thrive in a pack that can consist of adults, children and elderly people, other dogs, cats, or other animals with which they can interact. Early introduction to all members of their pack is crucial to successful integration and acceptance.
Adequate mental and daily physical exercise is crucial to a successful Pomsky family member. Having a dedicated play area for Pomskies to learn to self-entertain is also imperative to develop independence early on as Pomskies can become quite bonded with their pack and suffer from separation anxiety. Pomskies can be high energy dogs and enjoy multiple daily outings, but can also burn energy by engaging in mentally-stimulating play and by learning new tricks. Their energy level can be somewhat overwhelming when they are younger, but they typically become much more placid after a year of age. Some Pomskies can be wonderful to walk on a leash while others prefer to harness their inner sled dog.
Pomskies prefer to voice their excitement and can become quite boisterous at times. While they aren’t usually excessive barking dogs, they can very much increase the noise decibels when they are upset (such as when they are separated from their people).
Pomskies have strong opinions about certain things and are not shy about objecting to activities that displease them. However, they are highly intelligent and strongly treat/praise-motivated and enjoy learning new tricks. Their intelligence makes learning easy, but can also lead to mischief if they become bored. Exuberance should not be mistaken for aggression, but they can test their place in a pack and require firm but fair correction to ensure they understand what behaviours are acceptable. Pomskies are sensitive and because they try hard to please their families, they take discipline personally. Owners of Pomskies need to use more skilled levels of communication for their Pomskies to positively accept behaviour corrections.
Some of our Pomskies very much enjoy water whereas others prefer to simply wade in a shallow pool. Pomskies should be bathed seasonally as excessive bathing can lead to more knotting/matting of their double coats and drying of their skin, but they can be washed if they become muddy or have salt in their paws from winter walks, etc.
- The Standard Pomsky will likely be 14-18” tall at the shoulder, and between 20-35 pounds.
- Mini Pomskies are up to 14” at the shoulder, and between 12-20 pounds.
- Toy Pomskies are under 10” tall at the shoulder, and up to 15 pounds.
Dogs that fall between categories should be judged by height rather than weight.
Pomskies can vary in size due to the random genetic shuffle of both Pomeranian and Siberian Husky genes.
Pomskies typically shed heavily twice per year. A trip to the groomer can help with blowing out their coat, which will significantly reduce the copious amount of hair that will be in your house. The recommended grooming for a Pomsky includes a sanitary and pad trim only. Pomskies are never to be shaved – their double coat acts as an insulator and shaving them will affect their ability to thermoregulate and may lead to sunburn. They do not require daily grooming but may very much enjoy that routine once their adult coats have grown in. Pomskies come in four recognized coat lengths:
Our puppies and adults come in a variety of coat lengths (standard, plush and wooly) and colours:
We uphold an ethical breeding program that provides the best possible standards of health and care for our dogs and puppies. Our dogs are members of our family who live with our children in our homes, and are well socialized with other dogs, cats, and visitors. We have a country property where our dogs and puppies can run leash free and interact with horses, goats and a donkey daily. We strive to ensure our clients receive a happy, healthy puppy for life.
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In 2021, we began obtaining OFA (Orthopedic Foundation for Animals) certification for hips, elbows, patella, CAER eyes, and cardiac for our breeding dogs!
We are registered breeders and a founding member of the American Pomsky Kennel Club (first approved International breeder!) and the Pomsky Owner’s Association. We operate under the names Ontario Pomskies and formerly as Keurwood Pomskies.
Did you know that our Pomskies are eligible for registration into the CKC Canine Companions to compete alongside purebred dogs in some events? Learn more at https://www.ckc.ca/en/Events/Canine-Companion
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