Which specific region spanning Northern Germany and Poland is believed to be the origin of the Pomeranian breed's name?
Answer
Pomerania
The Pomeranian breed is believed to have acquired its name from Pomerania, which is explicitly described as a region geographically spanning Northern Germany and Poland. Although the breed traces its lineage back to much larger Spitz-type dogs developed in Arctic conditions, the name itself is derived from this specific European geographical area. The breed gained later prominence after gaining favor with members of the British Royal Family in the late 1700s, leading to the downsizing that produced the modern iteration.
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