Poodle for sale

ABOUT THE BREED

Overview

These proud, fluffy pups were originally hunting dogs in northern Europe. Poodles are extremely intelligent and easily trained dogs, and are fun to be around. They are often used in service and therapy work because of their devoted and pleasant personalities. Poodles are the only breed that come in three sizes (Standard, Miniature and Toy), and they do very well with children and other pets. A Teacup Poodle is the smallest variation of the Poodle as it is smaller than the Toy Poodle. A Teacup Poodle is an unofficial poodle category, but it is one that is becoming increasingly popular due to the trend for keeping smaller dogs as pets.

 They are fairly active; they enjoy swimming, running, and retrieving. Although nobody can make guarantees about allergies, Poodles are frequently known as hypoallergenic because they have human-like hair instead of fur.

Temperament

Poodle puppies are proud, fluffy and remarkably intelligent. Though they are incredibly intelligent, there is a lot about poodle puppies that you might not know, like their history. Did you know that poodle puppies were developed as hunting dogs in Northern Europe? It’s true. Poodles are not only smart, they are one of the best hunting companions you could ever ask for. Even though they look like a plaything, Teacup poodle temperament actually includes a high degree of intelligence.

They are very responsive and trainable. Overall this breed comes across as happy, cheerful, and energetic.They love to be around their human family members and can be very amusing to observe. Socialization is necessary.

Care

Poodle puppies are also hypoallergenic and remarkably adaptable, which makes them a great choice for people with dog allergies. They can live in apartments downtown or on a farm in the country. All they need is exercise, food to eat and a family to love and care for them. Poodles are terrific pets but, like all dogs, there are some things you should know before you go looking for the perfect poodle for sale.

Like all dogs, Poodle puppies need lots of exercise, a nutritious diet and lots of love and affection. Poodles are very smart and take well to training, but it can be hard to hold their interest. Therefore, they need an owner who is committed to training them at the level they require. Poodle puppies are also very proud, which can lead to behavioral issues down the road if they are not socialized from an early age. Poodles also require regular grooming to prevent matting in their coat and keep them looking their best. 

Coat

The Poodles are born with their puppy coat. Many Poodle puppies have very soft, wavy hair as opposed to the adult’s thick and curly coat. For Miniature & Toy Poodles, beginning at approximately 9 months old, a Poodle’s coat will steadily change over to their adult coat. This process usually takes about 9 months.

Weight

They are one of the smallest dog breeds and will weigh 2-5 lbs.

From their paws to the top of their shoulders they are only 6-8 inches tall. These tiny pups can typically fit in the palm of an adult hand.

Color(s)

There are a variety of Teacup Poodle colors including white, grey, black, red, brindle, silver and apricot. Some have spots of various other colors in their coats, but breeders typically prefer solid coat colors.