What to feed a Pomeranian
Pomeranians are a toy breed, typically weighing only a few kilograms as an adult, which means a small-breed formula with a genuinely small kibble size matters more here than for a larger dog. The breed is also well known for dental problems given their small, crowded mouths, which is worth factoring into both the food and the wider care routine.
What a Pomeranian needs from their food
A small or toy-breed formula is built with a smaller kibble size than a standard adult recipe, which suits a Pomeranian's tiny mouth and jaw far better and reduces the temptation to swallow pieces whole rather than chewing them. Toy breeds also have a faster metabolism relative to their size than larger dogs, which is part of why small-breed foods are often more calorie-dense per 100g than a standard formula.
Dental disease is genuinely common in Pomeranians because of their small, often crowded jaw, so a food or treat with a dental benefit — a kibble shape designed to scrape the tooth surface, or a dedicated dental chew — is worth considering alongside regular brushing and vet dental checks, rather than as a fix on its own.
Pomeranians can also be prone to weight gain if overfed relative to their small size, since even a modest amount of extra food is a much bigger proportion of their daily needs than it would be for a larger dog. Weighing food rather than estimating by eye matters more here than for a breed where a slightly generous scoop makes less difference.
What we stock, and switching foods
Our range includes small-breed dry and wet formulas, alongside dedicated dental chews sized for a small mouth. If you are moving your Pomeranian onto a new food, do it gradually over about a week, watching their stools and appetite through the change.
If your Pomeranian is a fussy eater — not unusual for the breed — introducing variety slowly and avoiding switching foods too frequently tends to work better than chasing a new brand every time they turn their nose up at a meal. Persistent poor appetite or weight loss is worth a vet check rather than assuming it is simply fussiness.
Foods that suit this breed
Everything below is in stock with us, priced with delivery worked out, and packed and posted by hand in the UK.
Long-Handled Silicone Pet Toothbrush
A food-grade silicone toothbrush with fine soft bristles on a long, paw-shaped handle that reaches back teeth comfortably. Gentle on gums and helps keep your pet's mouth fresh and clean.
£7.99
NanoSanitas Advanced No-Brush Dental Gel for Dogs & Cats
A brush-free dental gel for dogs and cats, formulated with silver nanoparticles and papaya extract to help reduce plaque and freshen breath.
£14.99
Forthglade Dental Calming Sticks
Dental chew sticks for dogs with added calming botanicals for evening routines
£2.99
Pet Dental Cleaning Wipes (50 Pack)
A tub of 50 textured finger wipes that lift plaque and freshen breath for dogs and cats without a toothbrush. Slip one over your finger and wipe teeth clean for easy daily dental care.
£9.99
Pet Oral Spray for Dogs & Cats
A 100ml pet oral spray for dogs and cats that helps promote fresh breath and cleaner teeth. Simply spray onto teeth and gums - no brushing needed for daily oral care.
£8.99
Forthglade Cold Pressed Natural Turkey
Cold-pressed turkey kibble for dogs from 2 months, soft enough to mix with water for young pups
£45.99
Forthglade Cold Pressed Grain Free Salmon
Cold-pressed grain-free dry food for dogs, built on fresh and dried salmon
From£16.99
Forthglade Cold Pressed Grain Free Duck
Cold-pressed grain-free duck food with fruit and botanicals, in two bag sizes
From£16.99
Forthglade Cold Pressed Grain Free Chicken
Cold-pressed grain-free chicken food with fruit and botanicals, in three bag sizes
From£16.99
Forthglade Complete Meal Lightly Baked Turkey
A lightly baked complete dry food, 50% turkey, for adult dogs of any breed
From£12.49
Forthglade Complete Meal Lightly Baked Chicken
A grain-free complete dry food for adult dogs, lightly baked and built on 50% chicken
From£12.49
Forthglade Cold Pressed Small Dog Turkey
Cold-pressed grain-free dry food for small dogs and puppies, built on turkey
£16.99
Common questions
- Why do Pomeranians need small-breed food specifically?
- The smaller kibble size suits their tiny mouth and jaw, reducing the temptation to swallow pieces without chewing, and small-breed formulas are typically more calorie-dense to match a toy breed's faster metabolism relative to their size. A standard adult kibble is often too large and not matched to their needs.
- Are Pomeranians prone to dental problems?
- Yes, dental disease is common in the breed because of their small, often crowded jaw. A dental-friendly food or chew, alongside regular brushing and vet checks, helps manage this, though none of these replace proper veterinary dental care when it is needed.
- How do I stop my Pomeranian from gaining weight?
- Weigh their food rather than estimating by eye, since even a small excess is a bigger proportion of a toy breed's daily needs than it would be for a larger dog. Check body condition regularly with your vet and account for treats within their daily total.
- My Pomeranian is a fussy eater — what should I do?
- Introduce variety gradually rather than switching brands every time they turn down a meal, since frequent changes can make fussiness worse. If poor appetite continues or comes with weight loss, book a vet check rather than assuming it is simply fussy eating.
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Written against guidance published by UK veterinary and welfare organisations. Always confirm specifics with your own vet.
Written by Matt Garnett, who runs Giddy Pets and is a lifelong pet owner — not a vet. This is general information, not veterinary advice, and it cannot replace an examination by the vet who knows your animal. How we write these guides.