Can little dogs like Pomeranains be just as dangerous as big dogs?
Fluffy little Pomeranians are not as dangerous as many other dogs due to their petite stature and gentle temperaments. You do need to be careful around any dog even Pomeranians during high risk situations like meal time and when young children are around.
Can Pomeranians Be Dangerous Dogs
Any dog could be considered a dangerous dog but, as a breed, our fluffy and adorable Pomeranian is not a dangerous dog breed in comparison to other dog breeds.
How Dangerous Are Pomeranians To Humans
Pomeranians are not very dangerous to humans if you know how to treat and respect a dog.
As a breed, they are very loving companions that just enjoy being by their owner’s side.
That said, Pomeranians can become very protective of their owners and fast to react if they feel as if their owner is in danger.
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How Likely Are You To Be Killed By A Dog
Although, it seems like we are often hearing about horrible fatal dog attacks in reality your chances of getting killed by a dog is one in 18 million.
That said there are people like young children that are more vulnerable to a fatal dog attack as well as certain breeds like Pit Bulls that are often involved in fatal attacks.
What we can learn from fatal dog attacks or dog bites, in general, is that often we as humans are the ones “in the wrong” with our actions and lack of knowledge triggering an attack.
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How Dangerous Are Pomeranians To Kids
Any dog can end up being dangerous to a child even an adorable little Pomeranian.
We need to be aware of risky situations like meal time, toy possessiveness, bedding, and personal areas to your dog.
Especially small children are at a high risk of getting into a dog’s face and triggering an attack.
How Dangerous Are Pomeranians To Other Dogs
Pomeranains in general are not dangerous to other dogs.
In most cases, your Pomeranian would only act out in violence if it feels threatened.
You do need to be well aware of your dog’s personality and triggers to know if and when your dog is at high risk of dangerous and aggressive behavior.
In our house, we occasionally have some food possessiveness with other dogs trying to steal food from another.
I have had to break up some spats between my Pomeranians in this type of situation.
To avoid it in the future, I stand there and watch my dogs eat or feed them separately.
How Dangerous Are Pomeranians To Other Animals
Pomeranians don’t have an intense prey drive like a Siberian Husky would for example.
In most cases, small animals would be safe from a Pomeranian but, you do need to be aware of the pack mentality if you have more than one Pomeranian.
With three Pomeranains in my house, they can get a little excited when it comes to playing with the cats.
I would not put it past a pack of Pomeranians or any other dogs to attack is kill other animals.
What Are The Most Dangerous Dog Breeds
Unfortunately, some dog breeds do get a “bad name” for being aggressive without there being reasons.
Statistics have shown that the majority of fatal dog attacks are done by Pit Bull Terriers and Rottweilers.
- Pit Bull Terrier
- Rotweiller
- Wolf Dog Hybrids
- German Shepherds
- Akita
- Chow Chow
- Doberman
- Alaskan Malamute
- Siberian Husky
- Bull Mastiff
- Dogo Argentino
- Tosa
- American Bull Dog
- Bull Terrier
- St. Bernard
- Great Dane
What Are The Least Dangerous Dog Breeds
Any dog can be dangerous but, if you are looking for some of the least dangerous dog breeds here are some to consider.
- Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
- Pug
- French Bull Dog
- Irish Setter
- Basset Hound
- Britney Spaniel
- Golden Retriever
What Can You Do If Your Dog Is Dangerous
if you think that your dog is dangerous or could be it is extremely important that you act and get the help you need.
The first step is to try to avoid any possible risks or triggering situations.
- Keep your dog away from children
- Put your dog in a crate when people come over
- Don’t bring your dog to dog parks
- Keep your dog on a leash at all times
- Avoid bringing your dog into public spaces
You need to seek help from your vet or an experienced dog trainer that works with aggressive and dangerous dogs.
- Unfortunately, not all dogs can be cured of aggressive and dangerous behaviors
- Training can help some dogs but, it’s important to enlist an expert
Final Thoughts
Pomeranains are amazing companions for a reason, they tend to adapt to any living situation and will become your best buddy.
As a breed Pomeranians are not dangerous dogs but, you do need to take care of your dog and manage the people and situations that could lead to an aggressive act.
