Pomerania (Polish: Pomorze [pɔˈmɔʐɛ] ⓘ; German: Pommern ⓘ; Kashubian: Pòmòrskô; Swedish: Pommern) is a historical region on the southern shore of the Baltic Sea in Central Europe, split between Poland and Germany.

The history of Pomerania starts shortly before 1000 AD, with ongoing conquests by newly arrived Polan rulers. Before that, the area was recorded nearly 2000 years ago as Germania, and in modern times Pomerania has been split between Germany and Poland. Its name comes from the Old Polish po more, which means "(land) at the sea". [1]

Pomerania, historic region of northeastern Europe lying along the Baltic coastal plain between the Oder and the Vistula rivers. Politically, the name also came to include the area west of the Oder as far as Stralsund, including the island of Rügen (Rugia).

Map of Pomerania. Poland and Germany are seen, Pomerania is marked by a yellow line. Pomerania Beach (Darss). Pomerania (Pommern in German, Pomorze in Polish) is a region on the Baltic Sea. It is now part of two countries, Germany and Poland.

The Pomeranian (also known as a Pom, Pommy or Pome) is a breed of dog of the Spitz type that is named for the Pomerania region in north-west Poland and north-east Germany in Central Europe. Classed as a toy dog breed because of its small size, the Pomeranian is descended from larger Spitz-type dogs, specifically the German Spitz.. The breed has been made popular by a …

Jan 5, 2025 · Pomeranian, breed of toy dog that can be traced back—like the related Keeshond, Samoyed, and Norwegian Elkhound—to early sled-dog ancestors. The breed is named for the duchy of Pomerania, where in the early 19th century it is said to have been bred down in size from a 30-pound (13.5-kg) sheepdog.

Mar 29, 2023 · Pomerania is a historic region that spans the southern coast of the Baltic Sea, encompassing parts of Germany and Poland. The region is known for its rich cultural heritage, stunning natural landscapes, and diverse range of attractions. Read a …

Is the Pomeranian the right breed for you? Learn more about the Pomeranian including personality, history, grooming, pictures, videos, and the AKC breed standard.

Mar 25, 2024 · The Pomeranian is a descendant of spitz-type sled dogs from Iceland and Lapland (Finland). Several hundred years ago, these Pom predecessors made their way to Pomerania, located in what is now Poland and Germany, according to the American Kennel Club. While there, breeders somewhat diminished the dogs' size.

The Pomeranian origin has European roots and was named for a region called Pomerania in today’s Poland and Germany. Poms are actually related to the breed of larger sled-pulling Spitz dogs, characterized by their pointy ears, thick coats and a big tail that curves along the back.