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Toy Poodles are the smallest variety among the Poodle dog breed. Toy Poodles should measure ten inches or under at the highest point of the shoulders. The breed is elegant, lively, small dog that is sensitive yet highly intelligent that responses well to training. Depending on the dog's lines in the poodles pedigree and the health condition of a particular dog, a Toy Poodle has the average lifespan of 14 to 15 years. Like all other dog breeds, the Poodle is prone to some diseases that is detrimental to the health. The Toy and Miniature seems to suffer the same problems, while the Standard Poodle has different.
No matter how frustrating your poodle may seem, remember they AREN'T out to get you. Even the smartest (and standard poodles are very smart) dogs simply do not have the reasoning skills to sit and think up ways to "get even" with you. Related Article Tags: , , , , , ,
The Poodle is a beautiful breed known for its dignified appearance. This breed has been in existence for hundreds of years and was once used by hunters in hunting in land likewise in water. They are intelligent, alert and active dogs that have been performing in circuses all over the world. These characteristics are what makes the Poodle dog breed a most widely loved dog by most dog lovers.
The highly intelligent Poodle has proved himself to be extremely versatile in many areas of life. He is considered to be the most intelligent of all dogs.
The coat is what makes Standard Poodles beautiful in the eyes of many dog lovers all over the world. Many people are eager to have this breed as a new member of the family. This beautiful coat, however is one of the most important things that must be put into consideration when planning of getting a Standard Poodle since this breed requires regular grooming and clipping. But let not most of your time and attention focus on the coat alone for there are other areas of the dog that must not be overlooked.
The PHR (Poodle Health Registry) is a nonprofit international open registry for all diseases affecting Standard Poodles and other Poodle varieties. Based on reported cases, Standard Poodles suffer from diseases such as Addison's disease, allergies, eye problems, hip dysplasia, luxating patella and bloat. Bloat is a serious, life-threatening disease that affects dogs especially large breeds and giant breeds as well as deep-chested ones. In this condition, the stomach becomes overstretched by air.
Taking pictures of many types of dog breeds in my work as a stock photographer has provided me an opportunity to work with both large and small dog breeds and a number of poodle breeds. I've worked with teacup poodles, miniature poodles, standard poodles, etc. Related Article Tags: , , , , , ,
If you are contemplating of having a Toy Poodle in the near future, you should remember that you will be committing to the entire life of your dog. Take note that a Toy Poodle can live for up to 14 to 15 long years. If you are ready for this commitment, then you are indeed ready to welcome Fido as a new member of your loving family. But sadly, based on surveys, more and more dogs have been abandoned every year.
As much as you need to clean your teeth to prevent cavities and other gum diseases, Standard Poodles need dental care too. Though they do not or seldom develop cavities, Standard Poodles, just like other Poodle variety and other dog breeds, may develop plaque and tartar that could lead to gingivitis (inflammation of the gums). To prevent these problems, proper dental care is necessary. Proper dental care includes regular visits to veterinarian with oral exam and veterinary dental cleaning.
Now that you have finally made up your mind to have a Poodle as an additional member of your happy family, another thing to put into consideration is the training. Dogs, regardless of breed and sex, must be trained properly. People must remember that dogs do not figure out basic training on their own. Meaning a Poodle needs his owner or handler in order for him to behave in a way that is pleasant to be around.
One characteristic of Poodles that made them distinct from other breeds is the way they carry themselves. A Poodle is proud, very active, intelligent and carries his head high. The Poodle always has an air of dignity that made him look intimidating and elegant. Just like other breeds, Poodles come in variety of color and sizes. The acceptable colors are black, blue, silver, gray, cream, apricot, red, white, brown and cafe-au-lait. The three sizes distinguished by US, UK and Canada are standard, miniature and toy.
The author has been photography dog breeds for over 30 years. After working with poodles he has come to appriciate the breed. The standard poodle is a truly a versatile breed and in addition to being excellent water retrievers they have served as guide dogs, in law enforcement...and even competed in the Alaskan Iditarod Sled dog race! Related Article Tags: , , , , ,
Is a labradoodle a cheese doodle produced on the Atlantic coast of Canada? If you are like most people, the term "labradoodle" most likely has you confused. Related Article Tags: , , , ,
If you have a Poodle then you should take training seriously or you could find yourself in trouble...
So you want a Toy Poodle, huh? Well, who wouldn't want to own an elegant, lively, small dog with dense yet well-groomed coat? Owning a Toy Poodle can be made through many ways. The first option is usually to purchase a puppy from a Toy Poodle breeder. To ensure high quality puppies, potential owners must remember to purchase from a reputable breeder - not from puppy mills. Another option, considered the most loving option is to rescue or adopt from dog shelters and volunteer groups.
Almost every owner wants to see his Poodle obey commands and perform various tricks to please almost everybody. These commands could be as simple as basic obedience or as complicated as an owner wants it to be. Some are even trained to make sounds that seem to sound like crying or coughing. With training, yes, dogs can do those things. Have you heard your Poodle coughing without you training him to do that? Then perhaps it is not a trick anymore. It could be an early sign of kennel cough.
Toy Poodles are the smallest variety among the Poodle dog breed. And just like other Poodles, they come in many colors - black, blue, white, red, apricot, silver and brown. Poodles are one of the oldest yet one of the most popular breeds in the world. With that dignified gait and elaborate clip, many people would be thrilled to have a Poodle as a pet. However, this elegant appearance is sometimes the cause of misconceptions - that Poodles are useless and termed "beauty with no brains".
Any owner would be very happy and proud knowing that the Poodle he raised and cared for can do a lot of things that can entertain and give happiness to those around. But who would be happy seeing a limping Poodle that seems to exhibit discomfort when making it up the stairs or having difficulty standing on rear legs? Not the usual Poodle, right? A Poodle is known for its straightforward trot and dignified appearance. Any irregularity therefore is an indication that a health problem possibly exists.
You and your Toy Poodle is at the peak of your excitement playing fetch when suddenly, Fluffy yelps in pain, pulls his one leg off the ground and limps in agony. But after around ten agonizing minutes, he is back to normal and again on-the-go to play with you. This seems some sort of a joke but this is not something to be taken for granted because your dog is definitely suffering from knee joint abnormality.
Poodles are highly energetic and active dogs with sweet temperament and eagerness to please everybody. They are easy to train - whether potty training or training in preparation for circus performances. They can live for up to 17 years or even longer if they are in good health condition and live a healthy lifestyle. However, you and your pet may not enjoy long years of happy friendship when the one you chose happen to be the offspring of parents with faulty genes.
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