Toy Poodle
Height
No more than 10 inches
Weight
4-6 pounds
Life Expectancy
10-18 years
Size
Toy
About the Toy Poodle
Toy Poodles are tiny dogs with outsized brains, springy energy, and a strong habit of staying tuned in to their people. They fit homes that want a highly trainable companion in a very small body and do not mind regular grooming, daily mental stimulation, and the alert barking that can come with a bright toy breed.
The Good
- Very small size works well in apartments and travel-heavy routines
- Exceptionally smart and eager to learn games, cues, and household routines
- Low-shed coat leaves less loose hair around the house than many toy breeds
The Bad
- Coat care is ongoing work even though shedding stays low
- Needs daily activity and brain work despite the tiny size
- Can become noisy or anxious if routines and training are inconsistent
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