If you feel like your Pomeranian sheds more than a dog this small should possibly be capable of, you’re not imagining it. Pomeranians have a dense double coat, and when that undercoat isn’t brushed correctly, most of it ends up on your floor instead of in your brush. Here’s how to fix that.
Do Pomeranians Shed a Lot?
Yes, but not in the way most people think.
Pomeranians shed from their undercoat, not the longer guard hairs you see on top. When the undercoat isn’t separated properly, it releases in clumps around your home instead of during grooming.
Seasonal coat blows (usually spring and fall) amplify this.
When this happens, your everyday routine might not be enough to keep up. We rely on a specific Pomeranian Blowing Coat Survival Kit to handle these heavy seasonal drops without losing our minds (or covering our house in fur).
Why Your Pomeranian Might Be Shedding More Than Normal
Shedding increases when:
- The undercoat isn’t being fully separated
- Dry brushing causes breakage
- Bathing is inconsistent
- The coat is impacted (compact underlayer)
- Diet or stress disrupts coat cycle
The easiest cause to address? Improper brushing technique.
Many owners brush the top layer only, which leaves the undercoat trapped.
→ See the technique and tools we use to maintain a Pomeranian coat
The 5-Step Method to Reduce Pomeranian Shedding at Home
1. Mist Before You Brush
Never brush a dry double coat.
A light conditioning spray reduces static, prevents breakage, and helps separate undercoat more effectively. We use the Isle of Dogs Lush Coating spray* — a few spritzes before every session, especially at the chest and behind the ears.
→ Learn more about why dry brushing can damage a coat
2. Use a Long-Pin Slicker Brush
Not all slicker brushes work for Pomeranians. Short, dense pins skim the surface.
You need long pins that reach the undercoat without scratching skin. We use the Chris Christensen Big G Slicker* — its long, polished pins glide through the double coat instead of skimming over it.
This single change reduces loose undercoat dramatically.
3. Line Brush (Section by Section)
Instead of brushing over the top, try line brushing:
- Lift a small section
- Brush from skin outward
- Move upward in rows
This removes loose undercoat before it falls onto your floor.
4. Check With a Greyhound Comb
After brushing, run a stainless steel comb through — we use the Chris Christensen #003 Buttercomb*.
If it snags, the undercoat isn’t fully separated.
Leaving compacted areas increases shedding later.
5. Bathe and Blow-Dry During Heavy Shedding
When the undercoat is releasing faster than daily brushing can keep up — usually during a coat blow — a bath moves things along.
We use Earth Rated Double Coat Shampoo*. It contains jojoba, which softens the dead undercoat enough that it actually wants to come out during the post-bath brush (our full shampoo review). The step most owners skip: brush while the coat is still damp. The bath loosens the fur; the damp brush-out is what removes it.
→ How often to bathe a Pomeranian (and the step most owners skip)
When to Talk to Your Vet about Shedding
Some excess shedding is normal:
- Seasonal increase
- Light daily undercoat release
- Extra fur after bath + blow dry
But some causes of increased shedding signal a concern that you might need to raise with your veterinarian:
- Bald patches
- Dull coat
- Itching or redness
- Sudden dramatic fur loss
At that point, grooming adjustments are unlikely to fix it.
The Reality: You Can’t Eliminate Shedding
But you can:
- Reduce loose undercoat dramatically
- Shorten seasonal coat blow duration
- Keep fur off furniture
- Prevent matting that worsens shed cycles
When brushing is done correctly, most of the loose coat ends up in your brush, not your home.
That’s the goal.
The Tools That Make the Biggest Difference
If you want the short version:
- Long-pin slicker
- Stainless steel comb
- Light conditioning mist
→ You can see the exact tools we use here.
These aren’t professional grooming secrets.
They’re small adjustments that make a difference over time.
