Pomsky puppies for sale
pomskies can adapt to any kind of home, from an apartment to a house. No matter what their housing, they love being with their people, and should live indoors with their human families, never outside or in kennels. They’re not recommended for homes where they’ll be left alone for long periods. Pomskies can be barkers and will alert you to everything that’s going on. You may need to work hard to teach them to discriminate between what’s important to bark at and what’s not.
Temperament
The Pomsky is an attention loving, funny, and intelligent dog. They can also be stubborn (a trait inherited from the Siberian Husky), so while they are trainable, they may not be as suitable for beginner dog parents. They can be vocal, especially if not properly trained from an early age, so that’s something to keep in mind if you have neighbors close by. Without proper socialization, the Pomsky can get a bit nervous around strangers. They tend to mostly bond with one person, but still may get along with others in the household. They would do better in a home with either older children or children who are used to having dogs around and can be very respectful of their space and boundaries. They can sometimes have a high prey drive, so may do better with animals their size or larger. Socialization with other animals from an early age will increase their chances of successfully living with other pets. Due to the Siberian Husky’s likelihood to roam, make sure to always keep your Pomsky leashed while on walks or in a securely fenced yard. They love attention and praise, so if you’re looking for a bonded, silly, and fun companion, the Pomsky may be a solid choice for you.
Personality
Pomeranians and huskies share a number of personality traits that usually get passed on to their hybrid offspring. These include intelligence, playfulness, confidence and an affectionate and loving nature. Both breeds also tend to be on the noisy side, with huskies being talkative and Pomeranians being prone to yipping. As a result, pomskies are typically vocal dogs who aren’t a good fit for someone with a low tolerance for noise, or for an apartment with thin walls and easily annoyed neighbors.
Pomskies also tend to be protective, which can increase their tendency to bark, especially around strangers. They do, however, make excellent watchdogs. They have a fiercely loyal streak, which means they may latch onto one member of the household as their primary person, although they generally tend to get along well with everyone. They can be skittish around small children, though, and may not be a good fit for families with very young kids.
Another trait that first-time owners aren’t often prepared for is that they can be quite willful and stubborn, making them difficult to train in spite of their high intelligence. They require calm and assertive leadership and a whole lot of patience. Because of this, pomskies aren’t a good fit for inexperienced dog owners, who may feel overwhelmed by and frustrated with the breed’s strong personality.
What to expect
Pomskies have a lot of energy and need about an hour of daily exercise and play to stay fit and avoid boredom. They’re small enough that they can make good apartment dogs, provided they’re walked two or three times a day or provided ample opportunities to burn off their energy at a dog park. Otherwise, being let out to play in a fenced-in yard or engaged in a game of fetch several times throughout the day can satisfy their exercise needs. Providing them with puzzle toys and indoor activities can also prevent boredom-induced behavior problems and help them stay calm.
They can be prone to shedding throughout the year, and usually their coats will blow out once a year. They need to be brushed daily to keep up with the shedding, and living with one of these dogs will probably involve a lot of vacuuming or sweeping.
Pomskies share genetic predispositions to certain health issues with both of their parents. These include allergies and skin problems, patellar luxation, hip dysplasia, collapsing trachea, epilepsy and heart disease. They’re also prone to dental problems and need regular teeth cleanings and daily tooth brushing.
As pomskies have been around for less than 10 years, experts can only estimate their average life expectancy. But based on both of their parent breeds, it’s generally expected that healthy pomskies should live anywhere from 13 to 15 years.
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