If you’re looking for a dog that ticks all the boxes, look no further than the Toy Poodle. With their adorable looks, impressive agility, and sharp intelligence, Toy Poodles have oodles of appeal!
There’s a lot to consider when a Toy Poodle joins your pack, from feeding them the right food to stimulating their clever minds. So, where do you start?
Whether you’re in the early stages of considering a puppy or already have a dog, this is your go-to guide for parenting Toy Poodles. Our holistic approach covers all the ins and outs of your dog’s health, from diet and nutrition to physical and mental wellbeing.
Top breed takeaways
Following the popularity of the Standard size, Miniature and Toy Poodles were subsequently bred to be pocket-sized companion pets for ladies and gentlewomen of the noble classes.
Their low-shedding, hypoallergenic coats make them appealing for allergy sufferers and they come in an array of colours including black, white silver, cream, blue, brown, red, sable and apricot.
- Toy Poodle temperament: Toy Poodles are known for their lively and intelligent temperament, combining playful energy with a strong desire to please, making them delightful and adaptable companions. They are now one of the most popular breeds in Australia, chosen for their highly trainable, playful and affectionate personalities.
- What does a Toy Poodle look like? Standard Poodles were initially bred to be waterfowl retrievers: their thick woolly coats kept them warm and buoyant, and their webbed paws made them excellent swimmers.
- How long does a Toy Poodle live for? Toy Poodles can live up to 18 years, sometimes even longer. Standard and Miniature Poodles tend to live for up to 12-15 years. A holistic combination of a nutritious diet and lifestyle choices, like exercise and mental stimulation can help your pup live a long and healthy life.
Different types of purebred Poodles
Purebred Poodles all have the familiar curly coat and dignified stance and come in three different sizes:
- Toy Poodle
- Miniature Poodle
- Standard Poodle
