The toy poodle dog is the smallest type of poodle in the world. And in doing so, it retains all the characteristics of these dogs, but in a much smaller body.

This dog is a real charm. After all, he's smart, cute, companion and obedient. At the same time, it is compact. That is, it is perfect for those who live in places with little space, such as apartments. At the same time, such a dog requires little specific care.

So, if you're looking for a pet to call your own, consider putting the toy poodle on your list. This sympathy in the shape of a dog can transform your day to day with lots of love, affection and companionship. Keep reading and learn more about him!

The toy poodle dog is the smallest type of poodle recognized by international dog bodies. Thus, he is nothing more than a very small and light poodle, but extremely lively and friendly.

Poodles, regardless of their size, have the same characteristics. They have curly hair all over their bodies. The coat colors are quite variable. Thus, they can appear as brown, black, white, gray and reddish.

In addition, other physical characteristics of these dogs are the long nose and dark eyes, very round and highlighted in the middle of the coat. With that, the toy poodle keeps all the typical cuteness of the breed, but in mini size.

It is worth a little historical attachment here. Poodles have been featured in works of art such as sculptures and paintings for over 400 years.

Still, although they are registered in several places in Germany, France required the registration of the pet before. Therefore, he is considered French, although much points to his German origin.

The use of the poodle, then, over time, occurred in different ways in these countries. In Germany they were used as herding dogs, in addition to companionship. That fit the giant type. On the other hand, in France they were used for aquatic hunting, such as ducks.

And this second use reveals a curiosity about the poodle, including the toy poodle dog: they are great swimmers and love water.

Another interesting factor is that since these earlier times, poodles have come in different sizes. That is, from the smallest to the largest (giants).

The toy poodle dog, despite its small size, retains the characteristics that other poodles have. See which are the main ones:

The toy poodle dog is found from R$ 250 in Brazil. But the price varies according to the region of the country and the chosen breeding site. Remember to research its quality and the treatment it provides to animals.

In fact, there is no such thing as a micro poodle. After all, there are only 04 sizes of poodle dogs that are recognized by international dog organizations. And they are:

Therefore, the toy poodle is the smallest among all dogs of this breed. But then what is the micro poodle, which appears on several poodle sales listings? Those are just very small puppies.

Advertising them as micro is a seller's strategy. After all, there is more and more demand for equally smaller dogs. Therefore, a marketing scam is used that actually only takes advantage of puppies from smaller dogs in litters.

So, beware of scams! The smallest recognized poodle, even with a pedigree, is the toy. Also, care is not needed only about misselling. When there is intervention to breed smaller and smaller dogs, they tend to develop heart and respiratory problems. Likewise, they have more fragile bones.

The toy poodle dog is the smallest of the poodle dogs. The average height of this dog is 25 cm. The average weight is 2.5 kg.

Did you like the toy poodle? So, here are some tips on how to raise them in order to always keep you safe and ensure your well-being. In general, it doesn't require any major concerns out of the ordinary.

The toy poodle is a small dog and therefore more fragile. Therefore, be very careful in places that can cause major falls, such as stairs. A good solution is to use gates suitable for these structures in the house.

Just like any other dog, the poodle requires activity. However, they must be light, with no need for running and jumping. Prefer short, daily walks. Also, remember to play with him at home to help him expend energy and avoid canine obesity.

The toy poodle dog has curly coats, which are not prone to shedding. Therefore, brushing it once a week is more than enough. This avoids the formation of knots that, when present, can cause the pet a lot of pain. So pay attention to the coat.

Finally, the toy poodle dog likes and needs to socialize with other dogs and people. Therefore, remember to take him to places that allow this interaction, such as parks, etc. However, only do so after full vaccines. Also, consider having another pet at home to keep your poodle company.