Dameranian

8-10 lbs
5-7"
United States
Dachshund
Pomeranian
Pomaweenie, Pom-Dach, Pom Weenie

The Dameranian is a mixture of the Dachshund and Pomeranian. He is a small to medium sized dog, depending on the size of his direct parents. He is a very loving dog, and generally bonds to his family, especially one member. He is often referred to as “amicable.” He has a tendency to shed and will need a moderate amount of grooming. He may suffer from separation anxiety if left for long stretches of time. He may be a bit of a barker thanks to the Pom parentage; he should be able to mix well with other dogs and animals. He is happy in any type of home.

purpose Purpose
Companion
history Date of Origin
Unknown
ancestry Ancestry
Dachshund and Pomeranian

Dameranian Health

Average Size
Male Dameranian size stats
Height: 5-9 inches Weight: 15-20 lbs
Female Dameranian size stats
Height: 5-7 inches Weight: 8-10 lbs
Major Concerns
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Allergies
  • Epilepsy
  • Bloat
Minor Concerns
  • None
Occasional Diagnoses
  • Deafness
Occasional Tests
  • X-Rays
  • CT Scan
  • Physical Examination
  • Blood Work
  • Allergy Testing

Dameranian Breed History

There is not a lot of information on the Dameranian breed itself, but we can learn about the parent breeds in order to understand what to expect from the hybrid breed. The tiny Dachshund originates in Germany where he was a badger dog. Drawings depicting the Dachshund date back to the 15th century. He was also used to hunt foxes and den animals. In the 18th and 19th centuries, breeders began to work toward a dog who was elongated, had strong legs, and could follow a badger into its den. This is how the Dachshund of today came to be. Over time, they began to be introduced into a companion-type role. Royalty all over Europe, including Queen Victoria, were fond of the breed. In the 1950s, the Dachshund became a popular family pet, and that popularity as a companion dog still remains today. The Pomeranian is distantly related to the Northern Spitz family of dogs. Poms have always been popular; it is said that Martin Luther (the church reformer), Michelangelo, Isaac Newton, and Mozart all owned Pomeranians. The Pomeranian was also popular in royal circles. Even Queen Victoria owned a Pomeranian, and many believe that Queen Victoria – who was quite the dog breeder – is influential in breeding the smaller size into Pomeranians. The Pomeranian is recognized by the American Kennel Club; it was added to the studbook in 1888. It has always been a very popular breed, especially since its introduction in America.

Dameranian Breed Appearance

The Dameranian will be a combination of both parent breeds, the Dachshund and the Pomeranian. The Dachshund may have either a smooth or wirehaired coat. The Smooth’s coat is short and shiny. Colors vary – some may be a solid color, generally red or cream, with a few black hairs. There are two-colored Dachshunds; they are generally black, chocolate, wild boar (a grizzled color), gray or fawn with tan or cream markings. There are also dappled Dachshunds who may have a merle pattern in their coats. Wirehaired Dachshunds have short, thick, hard hair as a topcoat with a soft undercoat. The same colors apply to the Wirehaired Dachshund as do the Smooth. There are also Longhaired Dachshunds. Their coat is long, and slightly wavy. The Pomeranian is considered a toy-sized dog. The Pom comes in many colors including black, black and tan, blue and tan, chocolate and tan, cream, cream sable, orange, red, sable, brindle, and white. At its highest weight, the Pomeranian is normally only seven pounds. The Pomeranian has a long top coat and a short undercoat. Most often seen with a smooth coat, the Dameranian may have ears that flop down or they can be erect. The eyes typically have the shape and color of the Dachshund.

Eye Color Possibilities
brown Dameranian eyes
Brown
Nose Color Possibilities
black Dameranian nose
Black
Coat Color Possibilities
red Dameranian coat
Red
cream Dameranian coat
Cream
black Dameranian coat
Black
gray Dameranian coat
Gray
fawn Dameranian coat
Fawn
blue Dameranian coat
Blue
sable Dameranian coat
Sable
brindle Dameranian coat
Brindle
Coat Length
coat
Short Medium Long
Coat Density
coat density
pin
Sparse Normal Dense
Coat Texture
coat texture
Dameranian wavy coat texture
Straight Wiry Wavy Curly Corded

Dameranian Breed Maintenance

The Dameranian will most likely have a pretty easy grooming routine, but one that must be done consistently. No matter whether your hybrid ends up with a smooth or fluffy, long or short coat, the minimum you should brush him is once a week. Matted fur can occur if the coat is long and silky. Shedding is always seen no matter what length the coat. A pin brush will work in any texture of fur and is a great brush for removing tangles. If your Dameranian has long ears, check them often for dirt and moisture buildup. Small dogs are known for dentition problems and periodontal disease - do not neglect the teeth. Brush them daily if possible. Nail care is essential, a biweekly clipping should suffice.

Brushes for Dameranian
Pin Brush
Pin Brush
Comb
Comb
Nail Clipper
Nail Clipper
Brushing Frequency
fur daily fur weekly fur monthly
Dameranian requires weekly brushing
Daily Weekly Monthly

Dameranian Temperament

A look at the parent breeds can give us an idea of what type of behavior to expect from the hybrid breed. The Dachshund is a lively, playful little dog. He is brave and bold; however, he may also be a little on the stubborn side. He loves to cuddle with his family (remember, he may choose one member over other members to especially bond with). Sometimes if they are alone too much they will display anxious behaviors. Wirehaired Dachshunds tend to be mischievous. Longhaired Dachshunds tend to be calm, and Smooth Dachshunds are a mixture of the two. With proper socialization, the Dachshund is a happy, loving little addition to your family. The Pomeranian is considered an extroverted dog who loves other people and animals. However, he believes he is much bigger than he actually is, and he may challenge other dogs at times. He is alert and curious. He may be prone to barking; it is recommended that training to stop barking on command begin at an early age. Most Pomeranians that are properly socialized do not exhibit the aggressiveness mentioned previously. This also helps with small children, as some Poms are not good with children unless socialized properly. Your Dameranian is apt to be a little bundle of fire - ready for action and bossing everyone around. Use positive reinforcement in training and you should be able to teach him to behave.

Dameranian Activity Requirements

The Dameranian is a fairly active dog. It is recommended that he gets ample exercise to ensure that he does not put on weight.  He may or may not be prone to wandering (depending on his parentage), but it would be wise to keep him on a leash unless you are in a fenced-in area. He will enjoy short, brisk walks with you as well as a visit to the dog park. He is generally able to get along with other dogs and pets if he has had the opportunity to mix with them on a regular basis. He may also enjoy playtime with the children of your family.

Activity Level
low activity medium activity high activity
Low Medium High
Rec. Walk Mileage Per Week
9 miles
walk mileage
Minutes of Activity Per Day
30 minutes
activity minutes

Dameranian Food Consumption

Cups Per Day
1 cups
cup per day cost
Daily Cost
$0.75 - $1.00
food bowls daily cost
Monthly Cost
$25.00 - $30.00
food bag monthly cost

Dameranian Owner Experiences

simba
4 Years
5 People
Apartment
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Energy
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Pastimes
Playing fetch
My baby is a picky eater and loves beef jerky. He gets really happy for it. He’s super playful and loves attention. He hates to be alone. His butt hair gets really long. He hates to be groomed, get his nails clipped, and teeth brushed. He barks a lot. He loves to try and make friends and play with dogs, he even cries for dogs. Mine gets sick really easily.
1 year, 2 months ago
Gitana
1 Year
6 People
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She is a rescue from mexico , she is very loyal and grateful , a little stubburn with the pottytraning , still working on that, very picky eater , does not like cracker treats only beef jerky type or chicken kabob “type’ of treats , enjoys long walks and chasing squirrels , sometimes she gets territorial with other dogs , i had took her on “ fenced dog parks, and she ignores all dogs and just plays by herself , loud barking and very vocal , makes funny sounds , suuuuper dramatic but she forgets in a sec , but for sure a drama queen , we are both lucky we found each other cant live without her anymore!!
2 years, 7 months ago
Lilo
4 Years
2 People
House & Yard
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Explore the woods
Walk
Fetch
Playdate
I have had my Dameranian for 4 years now her birthday was this Dec 27th, 2021 and she's been an incredible addition to our family. Incredibly smart and fast learning dogs, very sweet if given the opportunity to be around different types of people and ages frequently! She knows lots of valuable tricks including some fun ones:) she has a dog best friend who lives nextdoor named Sparky and he just recent passed due to old age. Lilo thinks she bigger than she is and has a bit of sassiness if you don't her right away haha! Great family dogs but a bit high maintenance
2 years, 9 months ago
Kingsley, Silas
3 Years
1 People
Apartment
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
going on long walks
playing fe
keeping me company while I work in my gargen
snuggling up while reading a book
Honestly, Kingsley is the first Dog I’ve every owned. I’ve only ever had cats until someone called me and said they found a dog that needed a home. He was 2 when I got him, untrained, was not neutered so he peed all over my apartment. It was a struggle especially since we were on a lockdown where I lived so no long walks. But things slowly got better and now I can’t imagine my life without my little trouble maker
2 years, 9 months ago
Lincoln
1 Year
4 People
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My experience has been very wonderful. My pup does not bark at all, unless he hears the door bell or a door open.
6 years, 8 months ago
Ariel
2 Years
7 People
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Super fun companion one of the best dogs to have at any age.
6 years, 10 months ago
TURBO
1 Year
2 People
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Walking, fetch, learning new tricks!! Very smart!
Beyond smart! Super easy to potty train and enjoys learning new tricks! Loves to play fetch! Does have a VERY LOUD BARK that's the only negative thing I have to say. Other than that this breed of dog is my absolutes favorite and TURBO IS MY BEST FRIEND!!!
6 years, 7 months ago
bentley
7 Months
2 People
Apartment
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Fetch
Tug of war
he is a loving and caring dog at night he loves to cuddle with us and loves to play all the time.
6 years, 5 months ago
Prince, Sweet Pea
9 Years
1 People
Apartment
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Explore the city
Dog Parks
Cuddling
I adopted Prince and his bonded partner, a Lhasa Apso named Danny Boy, after my chihuahua passed away and I needed some noise in my house. He's honestly the sweetest little thing in the world, but scared of people and loud noises. He reacts like Scooby Doo, hides behind me or under his buddy. I've never seen him show any aggression or heard him bark. He loves other dogs and playing outside. He's gorgeous and very healthy.
5 years, 12 months ago
Buffy
10 Years
1 People
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I've had my baby for 9 years. I couldn't have asked fo a better friend.
5 years, 5 months ago
Lucky
8 Years
2 People
House
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Walking
snuggling
Playdate
Very protective, plays well with other dogs as long as they aren’t to close to me, jealous, love able, stubborn when he sets his mind to hunt, best dog for me
5 years, 3 months ago
Milo
6 Months
2 People
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Dog Parks
Play
Nap
Fetch
Milo is the sweetest little pup ever. I didn't know what to expect when he was given to me, but he made quick friends with my 1-year-old cat and he loves every dog, cat, and person he meets. He rarely barks and can usually be quieted with some calm reassurance. He's definitely bonded with me in the few months that I've had him so far, but I look forward to the years ahead with my new companion.
5 years ago
Otis
2 Years
4 People
House & Yard
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Fetch
Walking,
Running
sleep
Got Otis when he was 5months Old. He’s a very friendly and loving dog. Loves to run and play fetch and take naps. Loves children and other friendly people. He also loves to bark when he knows someone is outside.
4 years, 9 months ago
Charlie
5 Years
7 People
House & Yard
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Energy
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Eating Snacks
Running
Sleeping
He was the sweetest, loving dog. Loved to bark and very protective
4 years, 5 months ago
Vader
12 Weeks
2 People
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I love my puppy but he is aggressive and non stop barking.
4 years, 4 months ago
Prince
2 Years
3 People
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Amazing cute and effectionate dog can be active when u need them to and chilled when you don’t and loves cuddles but jealous of affection towards other pets so friendly and gentle with children and impossible not to love
4 years, 4 months ago
Bailey Girl
9 Months
2 People
House
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Fetch
Tug-of-war
Hide & Seek
She’s a Parvo Survivor and now we’re on medication due to erlichia. She’s doing great, playful and every morning, she licks my face whenever she wants to poop or pee. A super picky eater and loves outdoor.
4 years ago
German
4 Months
5 People
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He's very arguemenative. Always has to have the last bark but minds very well except if it's a hamburger. Learned sit and stay with finger gestures at 2 months. Leash trained at 3. Housebreaking is hard because we started with pads. DO NOT USE THEM no matter how frustrating! Loves to play with his knotted sock the most. Very excitable and does backward half flips. Keep him busy and confined to one room. He can be destructive. My father,Herman the German, passed when he was born. Gift from my son to help with my grief.
4 years ago
Percy
9 Months
3 People
House & Yard
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Fetch
Cuddles
digging
She's very well natured, excellent with my 3 year old. Loves sleeping next to me. Likes to be with us all the time. Cries when we have to leave, very very excited when we get home. Likes to collect gifts for me that she puts on my bed
3 years, 11 months ago
Zoey
3 Years
1 People
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Absolutely love this girl. Good watch dog, loud bark,deeper than I expected. Extremely intelligent great AND funny personality. She loves to watch TV with head hooked over my shoulder or sleep pressed up against my back.
3 years, 9 months ago
Max
10 Months
2 People
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Max has been with us 5 days now. He is an absolute pleasure. He has mixed with numerous members of the family has shown no signs of aggression and is great with my 2 young nieces and other dogs although if they are bigger he gets a bit scared, its very cute. He sleeps great and loves a nap. He eats ones a day in the evening. Very clever as he learnt how to sit on day 3 and also leave it! Love him!!!!! He is a yapper at the door but I will work on that, its just excitement!
3 years, 8 months ago
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