They share a common resemblance with the white Pomeranian, Samoyed and American Eskimo Dog. Indian Spitz often gets mistaken for a Pomeranian, a cousin Spitz from northern Poland. Indian Spitz is bigger and weighs more compared to Pomeranian. The Pomeranian is a small but energetic breed of dog. The merle Pomeranian is a recent colour developed by breeders. Minto owns a pet Pomeranian named Miki. She cares for her dog, a Pomeranian named Sugar, and rescues animals in need. Luxating patella is another health issue in the Pomeranian breed. Spitz is also confused with the Pomeranian (Zwergspitz). The forerunners of today's Pomeranian breed were large working dogs from the Arctic regions. She has great affection for her pet pomeranian, Mr. Muggles. Overall, the Pomeranian is a sturdy, healthy dog. Some breeds, such as the Pomeranian, have manes. Her favourite pet Pomeranian, Turi, was laid upon her deathbed as a last request. East Pomeranian and Central Pomeranian are dialects of Low German.