Breed · Double-coated shedders
Pomeranian grooming: brushing to the skin, groomer visits, tools
AKC's Pomeranian coat facts: a weekly pin-and-slicker brush-out to the skin, short nails, a full groom every four to six weeks and why not to shave.
Also listed as Pom
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Short answer
The Pomeranian's long, profuse double coat needs a weekly brush-out down to the skin with a pin brush and a slicker brush to keep it from matting (AKC). AKC rates shedding 2 of 5 and highly recommends a groomer's full groom every four to six weeks if you aren't comfortable doing it at home. Core tools: pin brush, slicker brush, nail clippers. Don't shave the double coat, and keep the nails short.
What fits
- Slicker brushSelf-cleaning slicker brush (PS1140)View on AliExpress
- Nail clipperScissor-style pet nail clipper with LED lightView on AliExpress
- Metal combAndis 68550 stainless steel pet dematting comb, 7.5 inCheck price on Amazon
Key facts
- Coat type (AKC)
- Double[1][2]AKC's double-coat guide groups the Pomeranian with the thick arctic coats.
- Coat length (AKC)
- Long[1]
- Shedding (AKC, 1-5)
- 2 of 5[1]
- Brushing (AKC guidance)
- Once a week with a pin brush and a slicker, down to the skin[1]
- Seasonal shedding
- Heavy at seasonal changes[2][1]AKC's general double-coat pattern; the Pomeranian's own page names no season.
- Nail trims
- Keep them short; Poms are active dogs (AKC)[1]
- Professional grooming
- A full groom every four to six weeks if you're not comfortable doing it at home (AKC)[1]Bath, brushing, ears, nails and anal glands.
Watch out for
- Brushing only the top layer leaves mats underneath; AKC says to brush down to the skin.
- AKC's double-coat guide says standard combing alone may not work on very dense arctic-type coats and can damage the hair; groomers often follow the bath and brushing with a high-velocity dryer and line combing.
- If a double coat is clipped close, regrowth usually takes 3 to 4 months and can take up to two years; the University of Minnesota handbook notes slow regrowth more often in plush-coated breeds.
- Grinders can catch long foot hair (VCA); use a clipper or hold the hair back.
What fits
Product details below are the seller's own description unless a source is shown. Pick the variant named for each item.
Slicker brush
Self-cleaning slicker brush (PS1140)Choose the single brush; any color.
AKC names a slicker brush, after a pin brush, for the weekly brush-out; a pin brush has no catalog pick yet.
Sold by Stone's Store
View on AliExpressNail clipper
Scissor-style pet nail clipper with LED lightChoose the gray clipper.
For keeping an active small dog's nails short; a clipper avoids the hair-snagging risk VCA notes for grinders.
Sold by Shop1105233629 Store
View on AliExpressMetal comb
Andis 68550 stainless steel pet dematting comb, 7.5 inChoose the Andis 68550 7.5 in stainless steel dematting comb. On Amazon, check that 'Ships from / Sold by' shows Amazon.com or Andis before you buy.
For checking that the brush-out reached the skin. Andis doesn't state its tooth spacing.
Check price on Amazon
Weekly: brush in sections, from the skin out, first with a pin brush and then a slicker (AKC). Every four to six weeks: a full groom by a groomer, or the same work at home if you're comfortable with it: bath, brushing, ears and nails.
AKC suggests brushing the teeth during the weekly grooming session.
No catalog pick yet for a pin brush, the brush AKC names alongside the slicker. See how to line brush a dog.
Questions
How often should I brush a Pomeranian?
AKC says frequent brushing is necessary, and to brush through the dog with a pin brush and a slicker brush down to the skin once a week to keep the hair from matting.[1]
Can you shave a Pomeranian?
AKC advises against shaving double coats, and the Pomeranian has one: shaving removes both layers, doesn't cool the dog and can leave an uneven coat.[2][1]
How often does a Pomeranian need a groomer?
AKC highly recommends a full groom, including bath, brushing, ears, nails and anal glands, every four to six weeks if you aren't comfortable doing it at home.[1]