Country of Origin: Possibly Germany, but commonly thought of as France
Breed Characteristics: (1 = Low - 5 = High)
Characteristic
Score
Rating
Owner Affection
4
Quite affectionate
Energy
4
Quite Energetic
Stranger Tolerance
4
Generally friendly
Grooming
5
A lot of grooming
Trainability
5
Very easy
Average Lifespan 10 - 14 years
Average Weight: 2½ to 7 pounds.
Average Height: under 25.4 cm (10") at the shoulders
Available Colours: solid colours such as white, black, blue, gray, silver, brown, cafe-au-lait, apricot, red and cream.
Available Variations: Parti, Phantom
History: The Toy Poodle has been with us for many years, it was popular in the courts of Europe in the days of Louis XIV as companion dogs for the French nobility. They continue to be a popular companion breed to this day. The Toy Poodle has been derived from the Standard Poodle and is now considered one of the three types of recognized Poodles: Standard, Miniature and Toy. Poodles were first seen in North America near the turn of the late 1800's and reached it pinnacle of popularity in the United States between 1960 to 1975
Characteristics: The most outstanding characteristic of all Poodles is the very harsh coat they have. The fur is extremely dense and must often be clipped or groomed to remain mat free.
Temperament: A highly intelligent and active dog, the poodle has been identified as the second most intelligent dog even bettering the German Shepherd. Poodles carry themselves erect and with a proud carriage. They are highly social dogs, quite trainable and offer a noticeable sense of humour. They do seem to do best when they are able to interact closely with human companions. They are quite affectionate with children and make good family pets.
Space requirements: The Toy Poodle can accept living space of almost any size. It should be provided with regular daily exercise since it is a naturally active breed. One advantage for many people is the hypoallergenic coat that offers many people the ability to own a poodle without allergic reactions. Their fur does need periodic attention and clipping to prevent serious problems with matting
Recognized By:
Canadian Kennel Club (CKC): Toy Dogs
American Kennel Club (AKC): Toy Group - Recognized 1887
United Kennel Club UKC): Companion Breeds - Recognized - 1914
Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI): Standard No. 172
