Gonzo dog - Papillon/Pomeranian

by Tim G
(Southeast Michigan)

Gonzo was the last of three puppies born. He was the only male. Smaller than his two sisters and had trouble being born on his own. All three eventually developed a lung condition but were treated and cured. Gonzo the boy just recently passed away at the age of 12. He moved from Michigan to Florida. Where he lavished in the sun in my parents gated community and enjoyed riding in the golf carts. He nor his sisters were ever agressive unless protecting (mostly just my daughter lol). Gonzo lived with me for 8 of his 12 years. He was born a week after my 18 birthday and he was my best friend. He was a smart playful energetic dog that acted as if he was a great Dane. He would try and play with any/everything bigger than he was but was always shy around anything his size. I.e. kittens guinea pigs. He was friendly and playful with kids other animals and his sisters mom father and grandmother all loved climbing trees and fences. Both papillon and Pomeranian breeds seem intelligent to me and the combination of both seems to work well.