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Miniature Poodle Information
Miniature Poodle Facts
Size |
Small |
Male Max Weight |
12-18 lb |
Female Max Weight |
12-18 lb |
Life Span |
10-13 years |
Energy Level |
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Ease of Training |
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Grooming |
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Shedding |
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Exercise Requirements |
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Playfulness |
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Affection Level |
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Good With Dogs |
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Good With Pets |
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Good With Strangers |
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Watchdog Ability |
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Protection Ability |
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Cold Tolerance |
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Miniature Poodle Temperament
There's a reason the Miniature Poodle has been – and still is – one of
the most popular dog breeds in the world. They are fun, loving, high energy, and
intelligent, which makes them a fun dog to have around the house. They’re intriguing,
beautiful appearance also helps in this regard. They are highly loyal to their owner, but
revel in being an intricate part of the family, so it is important to have them involved
both inside and outside the house. It is important to teach them from a young age that
they are not on top of the hierarchical order in the family, though, as they can become
unstable when this is the case. Love and cherish them, for sure, but also make it clear
what rung of the ladder they’re on. They enjoy socializing with other dogs and pets, and
are very rarely aggressive towards other animals or
humans.
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Miniature Poodle Upkeep
Because Miniature Poodles are highly intelligent, they also need
a lot of stimulation to keep the occupied and challenged. It’s important to give them
lots of socialization, both with humans and other dogs. A daily walk, in addition to a
training or play session should be a part of their daily activities. They should not live
outdoors, as they are not suited to do so. They can remain indoors for a good amount of
time, but definitely need to get outside and be exposed to the elements daily. Poodles
should be brushed every day – at least weekly – to bring out all the dead hair that
accumulates in their coat, as it does not fall out
naturally.
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Miniature Poodle Concerns
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) is one of the more common
ailments that Miniature Poodles can develop. This is the equivalent of cataracts in dogs.
There is little that can be done about PRA, as it is inherited genetically. Contact your
veterinarian if you see symptoms such as disorientation in low-light settings and
increased eye-shine. Miniature Poodles are also prone to heart disease, epilepsy and
Legg-Perthes – problems with the hips. They are less likely to develop glaucoma, urinary
stones, intervertebral disk degeneration, and entropion, but they do occur. It’s
suggested that Miniature Poodles have their eyes, knees, and hips checked out, as well as
DNA tests for PRA and
vWD.
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Miniature Poodle History
The Poodle was originally used for their unique water-hunting
abilities. It is a great hunter of ducks for this reason. They were originally shaved
close to the skin around most of their body to improve their swimming ability, but hair
was left on the chest area to keep them insulated. They were also excellent herders,
guard dogs, and military dogs. Contrary to popular belief, the Poodle does not have its
origins in France, but rather in central Asia, eventually migrating to Europe along trade
routes. Much of the Poodle’s breed development actually occurred in Germany. In the
1700’s, the Miniature Poodle gained popularity with royalty. The Poodle eventually became
popular in America in the early 20th century, but succumbed to near extinction around
1920. By the 1930’s, though, they had re-emerged as one of the most popular breeds in
America.
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Miniature Poodle Pictures
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Miniature Poodle Videos
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