history of the poodle
Poodles are thought to have originated in Germany, where they were bred to be duck hunting dogs. its thick curly coat came in handy to protect itself against the cold. Their athletic skills and eagerness to please made them perfect retrievers. The Standard is the oldest of the three Poodle varieties. The Miniature and the Toy were created by selecting for smaller size. They, too, were working dogs. Miniatures are said to have sniffed out truffles, a type of edible mushroom that grows underground, and Toys and Miniatures were popular circus dogs because of their intelligence, love of performing and ability to learn tricks. The Toy Poodle was first bred in America in the early 20th century as a companion dog, especially great for those living in apartments or smaller spaces. The Poodle was first recognised by the American kennel club in 1886 and the Poodle Club of America was founded ten years later.
Today, Poodles are exceedingly popular among French pet owners. In fact, the Poodle is the national dog of France. It was in France that the breed achieved status as companions, and Poodles still enjoy that status today. They are beloved around the world and are consistently ranked among the most popular breeds.
Today, Poodles are exceedingly popular among French pet owners. In fact, the Poodle is the national dog of France. It was in France that the breed achieved status as companions, and Poodles still enjoy that status today. They are beloved around the world and are consistently ranked among the most popular breeds.
Toy Poodle Care
Due to the Poodle’s thick and curly coat, owners will need to brush their dogs daily from root to end to prevent any matting. If their coat develops mats, Poodles may need to be shaved quite short to give their hair a chance to grow back nicely. Fine-toothed combs with sturdy teeth are great options to keep in your Toy Poodle grooming kit as they get the job done well without causing a significant amount of discomfort for the dog. Toy Poodles don’t shed, making them a great pet for people with allergies. Still, some owners prefer to keep their Toy Poodle’s coat cut short to reduce the chance of matting and to make clean-up after a muddy play session a little easier.
They’re an intelligent breed and Toy Poodles absolutely love to please their owner. As active and graceful dogs, they excel at sporting activities. This may come as a shock to those who believe Poodles are prissy or feminine, a common misconception. Toy Poodles are great at learning and performing tricks.
They’re an intelligent breed and Toy Poodles absolutely love to please their owner. As active and graceful dogs, they excel at sporting activities. This may come as a shock to those who believe Poodles are prissy or feminine, a common misconception. Toy Poodles are great at learning and performing tricks.
Common Health Problems
All dogs have the potential to develop genetic health problems, just as all people have the potential to inherit a particular disease. There are some well known disease that might affect Poodles, not all of these diseases affect Toy Poodles, but conditions that can occur generally in Poodles include the following:
Addison's disease and Cushing’s syndrome are flip sides of the same coin. In dogs with Addison’s disease, the adrenal glands don't produce enough of the hormone cortisol. The dogs become lethargic, depressed and intolerant of stress, and they may have digestive problems. Some dogs can have an acute crisis, necessitating hospitalization. Lifelong treatment consists of giving medication.
In dogs with Cushing’s syndrome, the adrenal glands produce too much cortisol. Symptoms include weight gain, panting, excessive thirst and hunger, bladder infections, and urinating in the house even though the dog was previously house-trained. Cushing’s is usually managed with lifelong medication, but surgery is sometimes necessary.
Addison's disease and Cushing’s syndrome are flip sides of the same coin. In dogs with Addison’s disease, the adrenal glands don't produce enough of the hormone cortisol. The dogs become lethargic, depressed and intolerant of stress, and they may have digestive problems. Some dogs can have an acute crisis, necessitating hospitalization. Lifelong treatment consists of giving medication.
In dogs with Cushing’s syndrome, the adrenal glands produce too much cortisol. Symptoms include weight gain, panting, excessive thirst and hunger, bladder infections, and urinating in the house even though the dog was previously house-trained. Cushing’s is usually managed with lifelong medication, but surgery is sometimes necessary.
Diet and Nutrition
Because Toy Poodles are small in size, they don’t require a large amount of calories each day. If they are fed above their ideal caloric level, they may become overweight or even obese without proper exercise to burn it off. It’s important to work with your vet to find the right food for your pet and the portion control required to keep them healthy.
you should always go for something relatively high in protein and fiber, but without too many fillers like corn bran or oat hulls. The ideal dog food should contain mostly whole foods and quality sources of protein, including things like real meat and vegetables.
you should always go for something relatively high in protein and fiber, but without too many fillers like corn bran or oat hulls. The ideal dog food should contain mostly whole foods and quality sources of protein, including things like real meat and vegetables.