Adoption & Rescue
Not Every Pomeranian Needs to Come From a Breeder
Rescue Poms exist. They need homes. Some come with baggage, some don't. Either way, adoption is a completely valid option and often the better choice. Here's what you need to know about rescuing a Pomeranian instead of buying one.
Rescue Resources
Real stories from people who adopted Pomeranians and what actually happened—the good, the hard, and everything in between.
Pomeranian Rescue Stories
Real adoptions from real people. What it's actually like to rescue a Pomeranian, what challenges come up, and why people do it anyway. These aren't feel-good fluff pieces—they're honest accounts of what rescue looks like.
Read the StoriesWhat You Should Know About Rescue
Rescue dogs aren't broken.
Some rescue Poms have trauma. Many don't. They just need a home. Don't assume every rescue dog is damaged goods—a lot of them end up in rescue through no fault of their own.
You won't always know their history.
Sometimes rescues come with full medical records and backstories. Sometimes they don't. You might be working with unknowns. If that stresses you out too much, rescue might not be for you.
Adoption isn't always cheaper.
Adoption fees exist. Plus, some rescue Poms need medical care, training, or behavioral work. Budget for it. Rescue doesn't mean free or even inexpensive—it just means you're giving a dog another chance.
Expect an adjustment period.
Even well-adjusted rescue dogs need time to settle in. Give them a few weeks to decompress. Don't expect instant perfection. They're figuring out their new life just like you're figuring out them.
Some rescues are picky about adopters.
Good rescues vet their adopters carefully. They'll ask questions, do home checks, and might reject you if you're not a good fit. Don't take it personally—they're protecting the dogs.
Older dogs are easier in some ways.
Senior Poms and adult dogs are often already housetrained, past the destructive puppy phase, and calmer overall. Don't overlook them just because they're not puppies—they have a lot to offer.
