Poodle toy

Name: Poodle toy
Official name: Caniche
FCI Number: 172

He is an almost square dog with a graceful and proud appearance, a deep chest and a short back. His head is well cut, dry, carried high and with almond shaped eyes 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 Poodle Toy

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

Height of the Poodle Toy

The FCI standard does not specify weight.

Coat of the Poodle Toy

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 Toy 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 toy

The Toy Poodle is an excellent choice for people looking for a small but intelligent and friendly companion. Its small size makes it ideal for apartment living and it adapts easily to city life. They are hypoallergenic, which is great for those with allergies, and their fur can be groomed in a variety of ways. Toy poodles are very playful, energetic and loyal and this makes them great partners for individuals, couples and families. They are also very teachable and their intelligence makes them quick to train, which allows them to excel in a variety of dog sports and activities. In addition, their compact size makes them easy to handle and travel with.

Disadvantages - why not get a Poodle toy breed

The Toy Poodle requires regular and thorough coat care and this can be time consuming and expensive. Their high intelligence and energy levels mean they need a lot of mental and physical stimulation, which can be challenging for owners with less active lifestyles. Their small size makes them susceptible to injury, especially from rough handling or falls, and this needs to be kept in mind - especially in homes with young children. They are also prone to certain health problems such as luxating patella and dental problems. In addition, they can be sensitive and require a gentle approach to training and socialization.