Dwarf poodle

Name: Dwarf poodle
Official name: Caniche
FCI Number: 172

This is a nearly square dog with an elegant and proud appearance, a deep chest and a short back. His head is well cut, dry, high carried and with almond shaped eyes that are set far apart. The overhanging ears are long, broad and low set. His legs are straight and muscular. The tail is set high and carried at an obtuse angle to the line of the back when moving. The tail is shortened where permitted.

Character of the breed Dwarf Poodle

This is a lively, intelligent, friendly and loyal dog who loves to learn new things and enjoys the company of people. But it tends to be nervous and has a tendency to bark frequently.

Height of the Poodle Dwarf

The FCI standard does not specify weight.

Coat of the Poodle Dwarf breed

Rich, firm, elastic, dense and curly. Poodles have either a curly or stringy coat. The curl is uniform in length and formed into curls. Stranded is formed into uniformly long thin strings, at least 20 cm long. Cut: Classic (lion), modern and English. Plus puppies are cut in a special cut.

Coat colour

Black, grey, brown, apricot and white.

History of the Poodle Dwarf breed

Poodles appeared in Europe about 400 years ago, when their versatile skills were used in hunting, battles and circuses. But their exact origins and ancestry are unknown.

Advantages - why get a Poodle Dwarf

The Dwarf Poodle is an ideal choice for those looking for an intelligent, studious and loyal companion. Its smaller size makes it suitable for apartment living and it adapts easily to city life. It is hypoallergenic and this is great for those with allergies. Its coat can be styled in different ways. Miniature poodles are very playful and energetic and this makes them great partners for families and individuals who enjoy an active lifestyle. In addition, their high intelligence and desire to please make training easy and allow them to excel in dog sports and activities.

Disadvantages - why not get a Poodle Dwarf breed

The Dwarf Poodle requires regular and thorough coat care, which can be time consuming and expensive. They have high energy levels and need a lot of mental and physical stimulation and this can be challenging for less active owners. Their high intelligence means that they can easily become bored and exhibit destructive behaviour if not kept busy enough. They are also prone to some health problems - eye disease and patella luxation. Some individuals may be sensitive and need a gentle approach to training and socialisation.