My 5 month Pomeranian behavior...

Question
Hi! I recently got a pomeranian male puppy from a breeder, whom I realize now I didn't spend enough time researching.  He is a happy healthy dog...with me.  As soon as my parents or brother go to touch him or enter my room, even when he is in his den area, he growls and snaps with such aggression.  I watch him go from an innocent, wide eyed angel with me, to a snappy, growling, "terror" in seconds.  I began to socialize him as soon as I brought him home by taking him for walks but it seems like he is growing more attached to me and less interested in the world.  If he growls but sees me approaching, his ear go back immediately and he goes back to angel state again.  I would appreciate any advice on how to stop or curb this behavior.  The one time the breeder did return my call she said he was still adjusting but I still think he is way too aggressive to be so young!  Am i right?

Answer
Hi Kamilah,
Having this behavior at such a young age, is unusual.  Perhaps he is just afraid.  Also, if you haven't already done so -- please get him neutered as this can definitely help with dominant behavior.
When he displays this behavior, you should firmly tell him no.   Other family members should spend more time with him as well.
In the mean time, I suggest that you have your other family members assist in taking care of your pup.  I would suggest having them do all the feeding and giving water.  That will help him know that he needs to look to them for things as well as you.    Additionally, I would immediately enroll him in a obedience class with a reputable trainer.   It seems he will need more socialization than some.    Please take a few minutes and look at the following website.  It will go into greater detail on possible causes of such aggression and additional solutions.
www.paw-rescue.org   Look on the home page under Robin's pet tips.   It is a great teaching site.