Dwarf poodle: breed description, character, care features

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The Miniature Poodle is a small toy dog breed. This is convenient to keep in the apartment, as they are smart and unpretentious. The poodle becomes a faithful and devoted friend for people. Very attached to the owner. In addition, according to reviews, toy poodles are obedient and easy to train.

History of the origin of the breed

This breed was bred by crossing hunting dogs, water dogs, shepherd dogs, cops and some others. The surviving paintings depicting a poodle testify that this breed already existed in the 13th century. The French call poodles caniche (from cane - "duck"). In some other European countries, this breed is called a derivative of barboter ("to splash"). Initially, the poodle was a hunting dog, but over time it became a room dog. The function of the poodle on the hunt was to pull the shot duck out of the water. Therefore, in Germany, where poodles were bred, these dogs were called pudel-nass (“soaked to the skin”).

Over time, moreminiature varieties of poodles: small, dwarf and toy.

The "dwarf poodle" breed was officially confirmed and registered in 1840 by the Swiss cynologist Paul Shaitlin. He declared that this breed is perfect. According to other sources, the miniature poodle appeared no more than half a century ago.

Now the poodle is an urban companion dog, dressed up in fashionable suits and creating a certain style. The thick and fluffy coat of the toy poodle allows groomers to show imagination and gives room for a variety of experiments.

About character

Dogs of this breed have an excellent character. They are remarkably able to adapt to any conditions of life. Poodles adapt so much to the character of the owner that they even become like him. If the owner is an avid fisherman or hunter, then the poodle will gladly share his hobby with him. The Miniature Poodle is a playful and agile dog. He will gladly play ball with the owner, run after a stick or a bump.

This little dog is an amazingly subtle psychologist who feels his master at the level of intuition. The dwarf poodle always understands the mood of a person and shares it with him. If the owner is sad, he will never leave him, showing his love and devotion in every possible way. If the owner is in a good, joyful mood, the poodle will also be cheerful and playful.

Family favorite

The little poodle loves children, enjoys playing and naughty with them. By nature, the toy poodle is very kind and affectionate. This dog is absolutelyaggressive and quite tolerant of both other breeds of dogs and cats.

Training a poodle will bring only pleasure to the owner, because the dog will gladly obey and try to please the owner. Since this breed of dog is highly intelligent, they learn commands quickly and easily. No wonder poodles are taken to the circus for training.

Despite its diminutive size, the adult toy poodle is an excellent protector. The baby will bark frantically at strangers until he is convinced that they will not harm his adored master or mistress. Seeing that a new person who has come to the house is not dangerous, he will show him respect and disposition. And he won't even mind if they pet him. But it should be remembered: the poodle is very jealous, so the presence of strangers in the house is not the most pleasant fact for him.

The owner of a poodle needs to remember that his pet needs long walks, on which he will run and frolic. After all, representatives of this breed are restless, it will not be easy for them to lie on the couch all day, waiting for human attention.

Exception to rule

It also happens that a person buys a poodle, wanting to get a faithful and affectionate friend, but comes across a naughty and even impudent dog. Among individuals of this breed, such specimens are rare, but this still happens.

If the pet is aggressive, then in most cases it is the fault of the owner. Either he kept the dog in excessive severity, or spoiled him. And the dog feltmain house. You will have to turn to a cynologist, because it is almost impossible to re-educate an adult dog on your own.

Dwarf Poodle: description of the breed

The structure of the body in individuals of this breed is surprisingly harmonious, proportional and graceful. Their eyes are almond shaped. Poodles have long ears that are slightly rounded downwards. A long neck, a flat back, a high-set tail, curly thick hair are the distinguishing features of this breed.

The little poodle comes in several colors: white, black, black and white, silver, apricot and red. The most common color is apricot. In Russia, dogs of this breed have an apricot, silver or black color.

The size of the toy poodle is as follows: they reach an average height at the withers of 28-38 centimeters and 4-9 kilograms of weight. Representatives of this breed are long-livers. They live for over 10 years. And there are even cases when they live to be 20 years old.

Diseases of the breed

Unfortunately, little poodles are prone to various diseases. They can develop epilepsy, progressive retinal atrophy, diabetes, deafness, heart disease, and autoimmune hemolytic anemia. These dogs are very prone to allergies and ear infections. If a dog is sick, it needs proper care and gentle care.

If the owner notices that his pet is behaving unusually (he looks tired, does not want to play and eat, does not show interest in anything), then you should immediately contactveterinarian. It is possible that he begins one of the diseases listed above.

Proper care

Toy poodles have both curly and corded coats. And each type of wool certainly requires careful care. The poodle needs regular brushing and trimming. In the summer it is better to cut it very short. Bathing a poodle should be no more than three times a month. The dog's coat, which is often bathed, combs well and does not have seams. The owner also needs to remember: with a professional haircut, the toy poodle will look great.

Comb your toy poodle every day for 15-20 minutes. This procedure is important not only for wool, but also for the circulation of the skin.

Rinse your eyes with warm water every day is a must. Poodles' eyes often flow, so special attention must be paid to caring for them. If the dog's eyes are reddened and watery, then you need to contact the veterinarian.

Pygmy poodles need to have their ears cleaned once a week to avoid ear infections. Fluid leaking from your dog's ears? Take her to the vet immediately.

Poodle claws are trimmed no more than once a month. Paws also need care: they need to be washed after a walk and inspected (for cuts or cracks). If the pads on the paws are cracked or there are small cuts on them, then they should be treated with potassium permanganate.

What to feed

Dogs of this breed are unpretentious in food. They will eat both dry food and food prepared by the owner.

The puppy must be fed the sameWhat did the breeder feed him? Therefore, when purchasing a poodle, you need to find out how and what it was fed. In just a few days, you can add a new product to the diet.

It is better to first consult with the veterinarian: what kind of dry food to choose for the poodle, if the decision is made to feed the dog that way. If the dwarf poodle is fed with ordinary foods, then chicken, turkey, beef, vegetables, fish (without bones), eggs, sour-milk products are suitable. Potatoes, legumes, cookies and sweets should not be given to a poodle!

Because your dog needs vitamins and minerals, he should be given a complete supplement once every three months (7-10 days).

Proteins and vitamins in food - the key to the he alth of the dog. If the dog is getting old, then you need to consult a veterinarian about his diet.

Sick and pregnant dogs need a diet. And puppies, so that they gain weight well, must be fed at least three times a day. But overfeeding a little poodle is not allowed: this can lead to its obesity.

Travel with a poodle

People who have pets often face a problem: with whom to leave the animal during their departure. The owners of a miniature poodle can solve this problem in another way: take it with you! A smart little dog will not interfere with your journey. Together with the owner, the tireless and curious poodle will be happy to explore new horizons. Of course, traveling with a dog will add worries to the owner, but he will not have to part with his pet, leaving him in the care of strangers. The little poodle is very boredbecause he is incredibly attached to the owner and tries to be there all the time. Before traveling, you need to check that all the documents of the dog are in order. The owner must make a veterinary certificate for his pet no earlier than three days before departure. A certificate will not be issued if the dog has not been vaccinated against rabies or has been vaccinated for less than a month.

Poodle in car

Not all dogs do well in a car, especially for the first time. Some run all over the car, whining excitedly, and some even get motion sick. Therefore, the owner should not feed his poodle before the road. Let the dog's stomach be empty. In order not to stop often on the way, before leaving the dog must be taken for a walk. Then he will behave more calmly in the car.

It is desirable to teach a dog to travel by car from childhood. It is important to immediately mark his place (put his bedding on the back seat or down on the rubber mat). You can also try to transport a small poodle in a transport box, but it is necessary that the dog is spacious and comfortable in it.

In the car, during the trip, you need to slightly open the window, but so that the poodle cannot fall out of it. You need to take water with you to drink it. Dogs are very thirsty.

You can't leave your dog alone in the car in the heat, as this can kill him.

With a poodle on the plane

Most airlines adhere to strict rules when transporting dogs, agreeingtransport them exclusively in transport boxes. The price of transportation depends on the size of the box, its weight with the dog in it.

Poodle sailor

To bring a pet on a ship, you must apply in advance and pay for its transportation. Since the toy poodle is a small breed dog, you can even take it with you to the cabin. Most dogs don't get seasick at all.

Poodle is a loyal and devoted companion. He will bring the owner a lot of positive emotions, will serve faithfully until the end of his days.