If you are interested in dogs that are intelligent, attractive,
show dog and hunting retriever then you may go for Toy Poodle dogs. These dogs are elegant in show rings.
About Toy Poodle Breed
The name of the dog has a German origin which is drawn from the word “Pudel” which means plays in water. The
Toy Poodle dogs are said to be originated in Germany but the consensus is on the discussion that the breed originates from France. Toy Poodles are amongst the most popular breed in Europe. These dogs are mainly of three sizes up to 10 inches, miniature between 10 to 15 inches and standards more than 15 inches. The toy and the miniature are the breeds of the standard which is the oldest breed of Poodle. These dogs can be of many colors including blue, cream, black, white, silver, red, brown and apricot. They can be of part-colors or multi-colors. These dogs should be bathed and clipped regularly.
Physical Features of Toy Poodle
The Toy Poodle dogs have a graceful frame with round skull, long head and wide and flat ears closely lying near the head. It has dark and almond shaped eyes and dark. The teeth of these
dog breed have a scissors bite. Toy Poodles have oval, small and webbed feet and arched toes. The tail of the dog is docked balancing the dog. The dog has curly and thin or soft and wavy coat. The poodle breed is good at show rings and hence their coat requires intense care and grooming. The coat is generally dense and does not shed but still it has to be maintained properly.
Toy Poodle Dogs as a Pet
Toy Poodle can be very lively household companion. They love to be surrounded by people and can very well adapt the environment surrounding them. These are very obedient and are fun to be around. The Poodles are excellent watch dogs and always keep a check, when any stranger approach.
Behavioral Pattern of Toy Poodle Dogs
Toy Poodle dogs are very intelligent and active dogs. This
breed can be trained very easily. They can mingle with all the people around and can be very good with children. If these dogs are not given enough room to exercise they are likely to develop behavioral problems.
Specific Toy Poodle Traits
The smaller the
Poodle, the twitchy and nervous temper the dogs have. Besides being sporty competitors, they can be beautiful show dogs as well. So if you want be have a breed of dog who can be well groomed, trained and who is witty, in addition to being watch dogs you would love to have a Toy Poodle dog.