Country of Origin: United Kingdom
  • Activity Level: moderate
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  • Shedding Level: low
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  • Grooming Level: high
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  • Trainability: high
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  • Good for Novice Owners: high
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  • Adaptability: high
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  • Kid/Pet Friendly: sometimes
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  • Prey Drive: moderate
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  • Watchdog: aware
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  • Average Size: Small
  • Average Lifespan: 10-18 years
  • Registered?: aca, akc
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Toy Poodle Dog Breed Information

Overview

Breeders developed Miniature Poodles in 18th-century England as smaller versions of their standard-sized German predecessors. These tiny, regal dogs were favored by King Louis XVI and often featured in his court.

Poodles began to represent social status, and nobles would decorate their dogs in high fashion of the time. There were also movements to breed them even smaller than the existing Minis of the time. The Toy Poodle as we know it today was bred in the early 20th century in the United States. They were mostly fashionable companion dogs for city dwellers.

Toy Poodles became so popular, in fact, that they were one of the first toy breeds recognized by the Kennel Club. The American Kennel Club also recognizes the Toy Poodle as a member of the Toy Group. Poodles of all sizes are still one of the most popular dog breeds.