The evolution of pure genetic cuteness, for without it, our beautiful Pomsky would never exist. You see, while purebred dog enthusiasts tout the advantages and the perfection of their purebred dogs they forget how that purebred dog came to be. (Did you know that the AKC requires a dog to be made up of 3+ more breeds?)  

Dogs, like humans evolved. For example, there is a breed called the German Spitz. This cute pup has a very long genetic history. It is reported that the German Spitz originated during the first Stone Age in an area known as Pomerania. Pomerania was located in the region of Germany and Poland. A document found from that region dating back to 1450 described the German Spitz breed within it as valiant guardians of the home and fields. They were also used in hunting as well being a favored companion. George I, Queen Charlotte, & George III’s wife were said to have several German Spitz dogs that weighed between 20 and 30 pounds or 9 - 14kg (Now keep that weight in mind).

 

The Pomeranian, as we know it today, actually descended originally from the Spitz family of dogs in the frozen Arctic region of Iceland. These Spitz dogs were much larger than the modern Pom as evidenced by their primary purpose of pulling sleds, hunting and guarding. At some point in time, the Spitz was transported into Europe, most commonly along the southern coast of the Baltic. The Pomeranian considered to be descended from the German Spitz is thought to have acquired its name by association with the area known as Pomerania which is located in northern Poland and Germany along the Baltic Sea. 

So you see – that little cute tiny Pom we know and love today was once a German Spitz, was well over 30+ pounds/14kg, and had a very important job – and that was to pull the carts to and from the market. So next time you look at that little Pomsky you can just see it’s hard working royal roots from the cold Baltic sea area! 

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The dogs we now know as Siberian Huskies are an amazing example of selective breeding to produce a form which perfectly fits the function for which they were developed for, directly descended from sled dogs over a period of several thousands of years by the Chukchi people of North-East Siberia.  Their temperament, had to be equable enough for them to coexist peacefully with both humans and other dogs. They could work amicably as part of teams of 20 or more dogs and their temperament was a crucial survival factor – out on the ice in freezing arctic temperatures, a major dog fight could mean tragedy if injured dogs meant that the team and the family froze to death. The Chukchi dogs were also sweet tempered enough to sleep with the children as “doggy duvets.” Night time temperatures were measured by the number of dogs necessary to keep the kids warm. The Siberian Husky and the Alaskan Malamute (along with 12 other breeds) have been identified as amongst 14 “ancient breeds” of domesticated dog whose genetic\lines have been distinct from the wolf for many thousands of years.   

A devastating series of famines suffered by the Chukchi people during the 1860’s, resulted in the death of the vast majority of their dogs. Many died of starvation and some were killed and eaten by desperate Chukchi to feed their families.

After this devastation, the Chukchi gradually re-established their sled dog stock by breeding their few remaining dogs with other available breeds including\primarily the smaller, red, foxlike Tungus Spitz.  So here is the connection spoken of both the Pomeranian and the Husky of Spitz descent - and now the Pomsky soon to be recognised as the Arctic Spitz as a breed in its own right with entry into the CKC & ARBA clubs. 

Siberian huskies gained in popularity with the story of the "Great Race of Mercy," the 1925 serum run to Nome, featuring Balto and Togo - both featured in the video above. Although Balto is considered the more famous, being the dog that delivered the serum to Nome after running the final 53-mile leg, it was Togo who made the longest run of the relay, guiding his musher Leonhard Seppala on a 91-mile journey that included crossing the deadly Norton Sound to Golovin

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The Pomsky!!!  On March 5th 2012 a myth was turned into reality. Two friends in Arizona, Tressa Peterson ( Apex Pomskies) and Joline Phillips ( Arctic Design Pomskies ) hatched a plan to bring the rumored Pomsky into real existence. The very first intentional litter was created by artificial insemination of a Pomeranian sire and Siberian Husky Dam. Although there are claims of accidental Pomsky litters prior to 2012, without verification, its impossible to know if the rumors are true, or what the exact mix entailed.  In present day worldwide reputable registered breeders are developing and improving the Pomsky/Arctic Sptiz we have come to love for all the right attributes in a canine companion.

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Quoations & sourced historical literature from; Capitol Pomsky/Life with Siberian Huskies