Toy poodle

The pet looks like a toy – cute, compact, nice, with curls and expressive eyes. But it’s about real a dog, and that toy poodle is fully her. It’s great companion, smart, active, attentive and understanding. Often the owners of such a treasure are not kept and are still acquiring one or two kids in the company to the existing one. Naturally, like each breed, the toy poodle has its own characteristics and disadvantages, but they not so serious as to deny yourself the pleasure of making charming four-legged friend.

Content

• 1. The origin of the breed
• 2. Description of the toy poodle breed
  • 2.1. Quality of coat and possible colors
• 3. Characteristics and disposition of little poodles
• 4. How to educate and train a toy poodle?
• 5. Care and health features of the smallest of poodles
• 6. Breed diseases
• 7. Feeding and diet
• 8. The content of the toy poodle
• 9. Photo of that poodle
• 10. Video about that poodle
• 11. Where to buy a puppy and how to choose?

Origin of breed

There is plenty of evidence that dogs similar to modern poodle, existed in ancient times. Own the name of the breed was in the 15-16 century and it happened on the territory France. Large representatives were used as assistants during the hunt, they accompanied travelers and sailors. More small individuals roamed with circus troupes, successfully performing on arena. In addition, poodles made excellent search engines truffles.

Initially, the dogs were hunting, but the French monarch Henry IV found another use for them – as guards and bodyguards for your own person. Looking for a king like that many of his close ones got their pets. A similar hobby gave the status prefix for large poodles is royal. They became founders of smaller varieties – medium, dwarf and toy poodle.

Toy Poodle Breed Description

The little doggie has a friendly, companionable disposition, proportional addition and tirelessness. Translation of the prefix “toy” from English – a toy, in fact, representatives of this varieties of poodles correspond to it. Height individuals varies from 25 to 28 cm, more preferably minimum indicator, weight depends on subtype – at standard toy, it is 3-5 kg, and small toy does not exceed 2 kg

During the assessment of an individual, particular attention is paid to identifying signs of deformational changes in the bone or dwarfism, similar dogs are immediately excluded from breeding. There is one thing an exception regarding the protrusion on the back of the head – it may be flat, if all proportions of the head are saved. In other parameters toy poodle should look like his larger counterparts.

The standard offers the following description of purebred individuals:

1. The head of the correct form, like a fox, with forehead of medium width, convex, slightly oblong. Stop is smoothed, but discernible cheekbones flattened, the same applies to the cheeks. Eye arches well defined, but do not give the face a heavy look.
2. The back of the nose is straight, it is slightly shorter than the frontal region. Lips in measure thick, tight fit, pigmented. Jaws are strong, with a complete set of small teeth creating a scissor bite.
3. The nose is of proportional size, when viewed from above, it It seems flat, and on the side – rectangular. It is black or painted to match the color of the coat.
4. The eyes are expressive, shiny, with almond-shaped, looking lively, interested. Eyelids dense, painted.
5. The auricles are soft, in the shape of a rectangle, elongated, rounded tips, they hang down and adhere to to the head. When a dog is interested in something, his ears can rise and turn a little forward.
6. The body is harmonious, without elongation, with moderately elongated neck, pronounced nape and smoothed withers.
7. The back is of proportional length, medium width, goes a little on expansion in the region of the ribs, but closer to the croup narrows. Lumbar the belt is pronounced, passes into a rounded croup. Line from croup to outer femur smooth.
8. The chest is classic, oval, the ribs are wide, springy. The front bone of the sternum slightly extends beyond the line of the anterior limbs, it is lowered to the elbow joints. Inguinal lines perfectly fit.
9. The limbs are smooth, proportional, joints strong. The front is sheer, but the wrists are located under slight angle. The femur is wide, smooth muscles, knees set at an angle. Small brushes rounded, there are membranes between the fingers. Availability dewclaws are a rarity, but even if they are, then them right away delete. Claws and paw pads are pigmented to match the nose or they are black.
10. The tail is set high, carried at an angle, but does not have a bend. Allowed in natural length, but also in the owner’s desire is allowed to cut off half the entire length or a third.

Quality of coat and possible colors

The coat of toy poodles is plentiful, the outer hair is thin, fluffy, well-curled, not soft, elastic, if put on – resists. Colors are predominantly plain, are found individuals with black, brown, gray, apricot or red with hair.

Characteristics and character of little poodles

Any, even the smallest poodle, remains in the shower an aristocrat, he is elegant, intelligent, not without his own dignity. And no wonder, dogs of this breed for a long time accompanied Russian and foreign nobility, being not so much security guards, how many companions.

Due to the complaisant nature, the toy poodle gets along well with children, finds a common language with all household members and is friendly to the guests. You can take such a pet to a house with small children, only if the kids will play with a four-legged friend, and not mock him. If a doggie feels like being loved, admire him, he will be happy to play, follow the kids and unquestioningly obey.

Experts warn that a poodle, even a tiny one, isn’t is a toy. You can’t spoil him too much and forgive him any prank, such an attitude will negatively affect the character and dog behavior.

The toy poodle is smart, it is self-sufficient and is a predator. Him hunter instincts are present, therefore an unbalanced animal able to pounce for no reason. The owner should pay attention training your pet.

A poodle is a real artist, he can master the most complex tricks, and happy to show them to the grateful public. In general, the dog does not mind being in the spotlight. He will be happy participate in joint games, such a pet to rush and have fun maybe a long time.

He is immensely devoted to his family, he does not like loneliness, hard suffers indifference or rudeness from the owners. Can to be intrusive, as he really needs care and affection.

When acquiring such a puppy, the owners must immediately understand – this a nimble, curly lump will surely stick its curious nose in all the nooks and crannies. Therefore, it is important to take care of safety immediately. his four-legged favorite. Poodles stay mobile all their lives, inquisitive, interested in everything that happens around.

If you want the house to be quiet, it’s better not to poodle start up. Doggie is a real ringleader, it can be very noisy and don’t mind barking loudly – no, not just like that, but expressing joy, fun, delight, indignation. He loves walks, loves swim and will always be happy to go outside the apartment.

But with other dogs, they have little communication, can behave carefully and even shyly. If at home this “zinger” can often barking, expressing various emotions, then on the street, for the most part, he is silent. As a rule, they prefer a company of people rather than other animals.

A toy poodle can be left at home alone, going to work, but it should be accustomed to short-term, forced loneliness and provide with various toys.

How to educate and train a toy poodle?

Owners will not have any difficulties – the dog is obedient, understanding, learns fast. It’s best to bring up such active baby in a playful way. It is important that the puppy is as possible previously mastered the basic skills, this will simplify the process of training in further. Although if the family is not going to train a doggie additional commands or tricks, then the main program obedience will be sufficient.

In the process of training, it is enough to apply methods of encouragement, baby will happily complete assignments to hear praise for the ability to substitute the back for stroking or get goodies. Quite often, he just needs to hear approval from side of the host to inspire. No aggressive ways You can’t apply, and the smart little dog himself does not give for this occasion.

Do not think that since the dog is small, it does not need learning. By the year an uneducated one can become uncontrollable, eccentric doggie, bringing a lot of trouble. And thanks to the high intelligence, he will come up with more and more leprosy, leading shock your family. And to rid the grown dog of bad habits almost impossible.

Care and health features of the smallest poodle

Like most decorative dogs, toy poodle can accustom to the tray, however, this will not free the owner from the daily pet walks. They bathe a doggie every 6-8 weeks, and comb out daily, even if he is short cut.

Once a week, you should examine the pet’s teeth and mouth, and also monitor the condition of the claws. If the teeth appeared calculus, then you should consult a veterinary to the doctor. Claws are cut as they grow.

Poodles practically do not fade, they are classified as hypoallergenic breeds. But the dog needs a regular haircut, which is carried out every one and a half to two months. There are even the most popular haircuts. for dogs of this breed: “Lion” – several options, “Modern” and other

The owner can arm himself with special tools, study technique and cut your own curly pet, but Naturally, a “hairstyle” from a professional will look more neat and effective. If you have to participate in show program, then without the help of a groomer can not do.

If the dog’s hair is trimmed, then he will need clothes for the season, especially an elderly or debilitated pet. In winter it should be insulated jumpsuit and boots, for wet weather –– set waterproof clothes.

In a frozen, wet baby, diseases can worsen bones and joints. In addition, the one does not have a developed undercoat, and it is quickly supercooled in frosts.

Breed diseases

Life expectancy of representatives of this breed on average is 16-18 years, but often the maximum period is increased by 1-2 years. And if large royal poodles often suffer from joint diseases, in small toy animals this ailment is very rarely.

However, there are a number of diseases that are more common than others develop in miniature dogs:

• tonsillitis;
• urolithiasis disease;
• atrophic changes in the pancreas, lead to type 1 or type 2 diabetes;
• alopecia (hypotrichosis) – external baldness parts of the ears;
• Zhelino’s disease – a pathology in which a dog numb and does not respond to external stimuli;
• non-closure of the Botallov duct – pathological congenital condition, not treated;
• eclampsia – poor health of the mother bitches;
• microphthalmia – congenital underdevelopment eyeball, combined with eversion of the eyelids.

Toy poodles are easily excited, so they are often detected signs of neurosis. The owner should worry if the pet begins to actively lick paws, bite off hair, on the skin irritations occur.

In addition, among surgical pathologies, toi is more often than others there are dislocations of the patella, requiring prompt interventions.

Feeding and diet

Toy Poodle owners have a choice – feed the pet natural products or industrial feed. In addition, when compliance with certain rules is allowed for dogs of this breed mixed food, when dry, canned food alternates with dishes from ordinary products. In this case, different foods should not be give in one feeding, and it is best to alternate them two days later two.

When choosing a suitable ready-made diet, you should pay attention on brand super-premium and holistic class. They are well balanced. and contain quality ingredients. With this type of feeding the animal does not need additional vitamin-mineral top dressing.

If the owner prefers feeding with natural food, then The following components should be included in the “menu”:

• meat – is at least 1/2 of the total diet, it is pre-boiled (non-greasy types are better suited – beef, veal, chicken, turkey, etc.);
• cereals – oat, rice, buckwheat, cereals seasoned with vegetable oil;
• fish – low-fat sea, in boiled form;
• vegetables – excludes potatoes and legumes;
• eggs – give no more than 2 times a week, better quail;
• fruits – give infrequently, often in the form of goodies (apples, bananas).

A toy poodle can become a virtuoso beggar, which will be difficult to refuse – it is important to prevent such behavior.

Toy Poodle Content

Modern poodle, regardless of size, exclusively a pet that must live under the same roof as a person. This is due not only to the lack of dense undercoat, but also the need for the dog to constantly communicate with the owner and household members.

Photo of that poodle

Video about that poodle

Where to buy a puppy and how to choose?

Since there are several varieties of poodles today the most fashionable are mini-dogs, unscrupulous sellers can offer puppies that are far from miniature, giving them out for toas.

Outwardly, they practically do not differ and only time will tell – that poodle or standard. In addition, the baby can to be a mestizo. A similar metamorphosis upsets, but future owners consciously take risks by buying a pet from random breeders.

If you need a purebred toy poodle that meets standard requirements, you should turn to professionals – experienced to breeders or to a nursery where puppies with pedigree. There are 2 nurseries in Moscow specializing in purebred toy:

• Atami (large, miniature and toy poodle) http://www.atami.ru/;
• “Charm” (dwarf and toy poodle) http://ocharovaniedog.narod.ru/.

Toy Poodle – the smallest representative of the breed, but in nothing not inferior to its larger brothers. It’s great companion, cheerful, cheerful, not bored.