Websites

• American Pomeranian Club (APC): americanpomeranianclub.org
  (Breed standards, breeder referrals, events, and health guidelines)

• Pomeranian Headquarters: pomeranian.org
  (Comprehensive resource with articles on grooming, training, health, and breed history)

Books

• The Pomeranian Handbook by Denise Leo
  (Detailed breed guide, covering grooming, training, health, genetics, and showing)

• Pomeranians: An Owner’s Companion by Joe Stahlkuppe
  (Breed overview focusing on care, behavior, health management, and basic showing tips)

• Pomeranian (Comprehensive Owner’s Guide) by Happeth Jones
  (Resource on breed-specific grooming, nutrition, health, and preparing for shows)

• Show Pomeranians by Lilla Ives
  (The history and management of Pomeranian dogs)

• A Closer Look by Christine Heartz
  (Detailed, illustrated series of breed-standard articles that thoroughly explain ideal Pomeranian structure by comparing correct features and common faults)

Publications/Magazines

• The Pomeranian Review
  (Official publication of the American Pomeranian Club. Breed-specific content, breeder spotlights, health research, and show updates)

• Dog News Magazine: dognews.com
  (Regular coverage on AKC shows, including conformation updates and articles featuring Pomeranians)

Organizations

• American Kennel Club (AKC): akc.org
  (Official breed standard, event schedules, breeder resources, and show registration)

• World Small Animal Veterinary Association (WSAVA): wsava.org
  (Guidelines on nutrition, health, and veterinary care tailored for small breeds)

• Embark: embarkvet.com
  (Canine genomics and biotechnology company offering canine DNA testing services to consumers, breeders, and veterinarians)

• Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA): ofa.org
  (Private, non-profit organization researching the prevention of orthopedic and hereditary diseases in companion animals)