Miniature Poodle
This eager-to-please dog is obedient and sensitive. It does well with children and other pets but may bark a lot.
Breed Overview
Miniature Poodles derived from Standard Poodles and share many of the same qualities. They originated in Germany around the 1500s and were (and still are) great companion dogs. Poodles are eager to please and easy to train. They are also active and playful. Poodle hair rarely sheds, but gets caught in the rest of the hair, so they can be good dogs for those with allergies. They need regular amounts of attention and exercise to stay happy and keep them from destructive habits. Miniature Poodles may tend to bark more than the Standard variety, but they do not require as much exercise. A daily walk or mental exercise will suffice. Grooming Poodles requires regular trimming and bathing.
Breed Characteristics
Breed Details & Traits
Height: 11-15"
Weight: 15-17 lb
Lifespan: 12-15 years
Breed Traits
Lively, Playful, Smart,
Health Concerns
Common Health Concerns for Miniature Poodle:
- Cataract
- Distichiasis
- Entropion
- Epilepsy
- Glaucoma
- Lacrimal Duct Atresia
- Legg-Perthes
- Patellar Luxation
- PRA-Progressive Retinal Atrophy
- Trichiasis
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