Poodle Miniatures 101

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Poodles have not only remained popular for decades, but they have also added the “oodles” to any number of popular crosses. Intelligent, good-natured and versatile, Poodles come in three sizes. The Miniature is the middle size, full of the Poodle’s joy of life in compact package that’s large enough for any adventure but not too small as to be fragile.

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All the poodle smarts in a manageable size.

Easy to train and eager to please, Miniature Poodles love to show off – a holdover from their days as circus performers, perhaps? They’re also playful dogs with a sense of humor. Their coats are typically kept clipped short for ease of care, and they may be more easily tolerated by people with allergies. Good with other family pets and with children, the Miniature Poodle is an excellent family dog.

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Size
10 to 15 inches tall
Group Size Small
Lifespan
10 to 16 years
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Weight
10 to 15 lbs
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Mature adult Poodle Miniature

6 years to 9 years

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Senior Poodle Miniature

10+ years

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Poodle Miniature puppy

0 to 6 months

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Young adult Poodle Miniature

7 months to 5 years

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Mature adult Poodle Miniature

6 years to 9 years

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Senior Poodle Miniature

10+ years

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Poodle Miniature puppy

0 to 6 months

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7 months to 5 years

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Most people think of an English Bulldog when they think of Winston Churchill, but the famous British Prime Minister was a fan of the Miniature Poodle. Legend has it when one of his dogs started to walk into an important meeting, the Prime Minister said, “No, Rufus. I haven’t found it necessary to ask you to join the wartime Cabinet.”

Poodle Miniature coat care and colors

The Poodle’s coat is noteworthy for what it doesn’t do: It doesn’t provoke severe sneezing or wheezing in some – but not all – allergy sufferers, and it doesn’t shed much. Those qualities have made the Poodle popular for crossbreeding, of course, but the three sizes of Poodle – Toy, Miniature, and Standard – remain consistently popular in their own right. The Poodle comes a dozen colors, both in solid and patches, the latter called “parti”, although only the solids take ribbons in the show ring.

If allowed to grow, the Poodle coat will "felt" into dozens of long cords, and before that, it will mat. Professional grooming is the norm for Poodles, who often get an easy-care short clip with shaved feet.

Poodle Miniature exercise & training

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Poodles of all sizes are smart and active. They love any activity with their families. Miniatures poodles enjoy a wide range of exercises and love to show off their tricks.

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Trainability

One of the most intelligent breeds, the Poodle is also a natural entertainer. Teach tricks as well as good manners using praise and treats. You’ll both enjoy it!

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