Appearance
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Body: Small, elegant, and squarely built.
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Head: Refined with dark, oval eyes and long, dropped ears.
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Tail: Usually carried high, sometimes docked (depending on country).
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Coat: Dense, curly, and non-shedding — one of the best breeds for people with allergies.
Coat colors:
White, black, brown, apricot, red, silver, blue, gray, cream, café-au-lait, or parti-color (two-tone).
๐ Personality and Temperament
Toy Poodles are known for being both charming companions and brilliant learners.
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Extremely intelligent — among the smartest dog breeds (often ranked #2 after the Border Collie).
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Eager to please — they love learning tricks and performing.
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Affectionate and loyal — deeply attached to their families; they love being near their humans.
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Alert and curious — excellent watchdogs despite their size.
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Social — usually good with kids and other pets if socialized early.
They are not “yappy” by nature, but they can become vocal if bored or anxious.
๐โ๏ธ Exercise and Training
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Exercise needs: Moderate — about 30–60 minutes daily (walks, fetch, or play).
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Mental stimulation: Very important — they thrive on puzzle toys, obedience games, and new challenges.
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Training:
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Respond quickly to positive reinforcement.
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House training is usually easy.
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Early socialization helps avoid timid or clingy behavior.
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They’re perfect for agility, obedience, and trick training — they love to show off!
๐งผ Grooming and Care
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Coat care:
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Needs regular brushing (3–4 times/week) to prevent tangles.
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Professional grooming every 4–6 weeks.
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Non-shedding, but they do require consistent coat maintenance.
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Ears: Clean regularly — their floppy ears can trap moisture.
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Teeth: Brush daily; Toy Poodles are prone to dental issues due to small mouths.
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