Poddle

The Toy Poodle, which is among the small breed dogs, is called "Toy Poodle".
 This breed, which is friendly, cute and playful, is quite intelligent.
 They easily adapt to their environment with their behavior that wants to please their
owner, their sensitive state and their obedient nature.
 Their quick wit and eagerness to please their owners make their training easier and
speed up their learning time.
With her cute ways, she attracts attention in a short time in every environment she goes and
becomes one of the most loved members of the family she enters.
 It is a loyal and loyal breed to its owners.
 They are sensitive, have high instincts and strong feelings.
 Being with family members and receiving attention from them makes them happy.
They don't like to be alone at all. When they are alone, they may worry about
abandonment and exhibit negative behaviors and bark attacks.
 He is highly devoted to his loved ones in his relationships and may even be jealous of
family members against strangers.
 Foreigners are shy at first. Frequent arrivals of strangers can disturb the Toy Poodle
breed.
 Spending time alone with their family is more important to them.
In the early stage, the training you will give when you are a puppy is very important. Because
they are so intelligent, they learn pretty quickly, good or bad.
 If you spoil the Toy Poodle breed and do not pay attention to its training, it sees itself
as the alpha dog.
 By adopting a dominant character, they exhibit dominant-character behaviors that
will change their upside-down balance at home.
 Train him so that he is not spoiled and does not acquire bad habits. Teach them what
the behavior of a good dog should be.
 Show who is in charge, that you are the leader, and that he is not leading the pack, so
that he is not a dominant alpha dog.
 During this entire training process, remember that it is a sensitive breed and strictly
avoid punishment methods. They are affected by the smallest punishments and their
accustomed order can be disrupted.
When they are well trained, it is seen that they adapt to their environment without any
problems.
 They can live in the apartment; they do not show the tendency to bark except in
certain situations and they do not cause much disturbance to the environment. It is
seen that Toy Poodle, who is trained in barking, senses danger and does not bark
attacks except when they are alone at home for a long time. This is a generalization
because some The Poodle breeds are also known to bark quite a lot. Therefore, it is
possible to say that character traits have a tendency to bark, but this can be
overcome with early training.
It is a lively and active breed. They need exercise to get their energies out.
 It is observed that the Toy Poodle, which does not exercise regularly, has a tense
temperament, and those who exercise regularly have a calmer temperament.
 Even if they are shy towards strangers, this shyness does not affect their social
activities and socialization.
  Toy Poodle is very happy to meet and spend time with different people and animals
in different environments he enters whenever he wants.
 They get along quite well with children and show a loving approach to them.

Care
Toy Poodle has a flamboyant and eye-catching fur. This breed, which attracts people's
attention and love, sheds very little. When the hair is shed, it sticks to the hairs on its body,
not around, and does not fall to the ground much. Because of this, loose and dead hairs can
cause matting. We teach you to brush and comb the dense hairy parts every other day, that
is, 3 times a week. It is sufficient to brush the parts with few hairs 1-2 times a week. During
this process, you should choose the brushes that are suitable for their body. You can also do
small daily scans with gloves. You can also tell the matting of your dog's hair by the dulling of
its color. Because if the hairs fall out and start to gather near their roots, their color becomes
dull and this color tone indicates that matting has started. As a result, you may need to have
it shaved.
If you desire a showy and densely haired Poodle, you may have to spend a lot of effort and
money in maintenance. Although there is a little bit of hair care with little shedding,
professional care is required to have a cool coat. The cut style of the fur requires extra effort.
If you can't do this, you should go to the dog hairdresser for professional care every 3-6
weeks. Even if you learn to shave yourself, it will make your life financially easier.
However, it will take a long time and effort. When you decide to do the shaving yourself,
there are various tools that you can get. You can provide the same care at home by buying
these for your dog. You can trim your dog's hair from time to time. This way it can be easier
to maintain. Long and short-haired Toy Poodle dogs are seen depending on the owner's
preference.
One of the most beautiful features of this breed is that its feathers do not smell and have an
anti-allergic structure. Its non-smell hairs also minimize the need for bathing and make it
easier to care for the bathroom. However, it is recommended to take a bath 1-2 times a
month.
For dental care and oral health, you should brush your teeth with a suitable toothbrush
twice a week. Otherwise, you may experience bad breath and gum disease. You can do nail
care 1-2 times a month depending on how long it grows. Your weekly grooming routine
should include nail, nose, eye, ear and paw control. You should regularly monitor whether
there is a wound or difference in their bodies and take them to the vet when necessary.

Nutrition
The Toy Poodle should be fed a high-quality vet approved food. Your dog's age, height, and
activity level determine the amount of food he should eat daily. The Poodle breed is in a
different size and weight range, so the food table we will give in general will be different in 3
breeds. However, you need to avoid giving too much food for any breed of dog to live a
healthy life. Reward food, home meals you give because you can't eat can negatively affect
their health in the future. There are certain brands that veterinarians recommend for high
quality, vitamin and protein foods:

There are certain brands we can recommend for your dog. For dry dog food, dog wet food,
dog treats and other different foods; You can choose from Royal Canin, Pro plan, Hills, ND,
Gimdog, Brit Care, Purina, Acana, Orijen, Reflex, Enjoy brands that are suitable for your
dog or by looking at the food brands from our list of best dog foods.

The Nutritional Needs of the Poodle Breed are divided into 3 different categories. They
should all consume 2 meals a day, but their scales differ. Standard Poodle can consume 1.5 –
3 scoops, Miniature Poodle 3/4 – 1 scoop, Toy Poodle 1/4 – 1/2 scoop of high-quality dry
food per day. The biggest reason for the difference in these ratios is the height difference
between them.

If The Poodle is overfed and gains weight, this can cause joint problems. So when they want
extra food with cute looks and pleading eyes from you, don't give them for their health. Do
not leave food in the food bowls, put them fresh when the meal time comes, and remember
that it is important for them to drink water as well as food.

Exercise
Poodle dogs are a breed that needs regular exercise because they are active and active. In
general, they easily adapt to apartment and site life. However, he should go for a walk and
walk during the day. Otherwise, they may exhibit restless behaviors in the home
environment because they cannot throw their energy away. On days when you can't go out,
you can create an area to play in the home environment, buy toys and make it active by
doing 30 or 45 minutes of activity at home. The Toy Poodle is a playful breed and eagerly
participates in all kinds of games and activities.

For The Poodle, swimming is a great exercise in getting into and playing in the water. Being
trained as hunting dogs enabled them to use their body and mind effectively. For this
reason, they are enthusiastic about activities such as catching and returning toys. By buying
toys that will attract the attention of The Poodle, you can ensure that they have fun and
exercise.

This race, which needs a lot of interaction with people, is very happy to be with family
members. The walking and jogging activities you will do together give them great pleasure.
Daily 1.5-2.5 km walks meet his exercise needs.

Education
Poodle breed dogs are famous for being very intelligent. This has made their training easier.
They exhibit obedient behavior and obey. However, the most distinctive feature of these
dogs is that they can learn good things quickly as well as bad things at the same speed.
Therefore, the steps to be taken in the education process are important. If the training is not
given well and they are brought up spoiled, these dogs will try to become a leader at home.
You have to take matters into your own hands without letting them take on the alpha role.

First of all, you should give your dog basic obedience, toilet and space protection training. As
long as these initial trainings are given at an early stage, you will have a more well-behaved
dog. Toy Poodle, a race that is people-oriented and keen to please its owner; approaches
and cares about their education with enthusiasm. If the trainer does not apply a hard and
punishment-oriented training, you will have a very productive, fun and fast time together. It
is very important that you follow a patient and consistent path throughout the training
process.

Health
With good nutrition, regular grooming and routine health checkups, the poddle can live a
long and happy life. However, from time to time, health problems occur in all dog breeds.
Knowing what these problems might be is important for early detection. Possible ailments of
the Poodle breed: health problems such as hip dysplasia, eye disorders, epilepsy, idiopathic,
sebaceous adenitis, von Willebrand disease and immune system can occur. It is possible to
prevent or treat these diseases early with routine controls.

There are two orthopedic problems, Legg-Calve-Perthes and luxation patella, which are
more likely to be seen in Toy(toy) and Miniature Poodle than Standards. Standard Poodles
are also at greater risk for volvulus (bloating), sebaceous adenitis and gastric dilatation
diseases.

Recommended Health Tests from the National Breed Club:

Hip Assessment (Miniature and Standard)

Ophthalmologist Evaluation (Miniature, Standard and Toy)
PRA Optigen DNA Test (Miniature and Toy)
Patella Assessment (Miniature and Toy)

How long is the Toy Poople life expectancy?

Toy Poodle dogs can live an average of 10-18 years. Multiple factors affect this period, such
as leading a healthy life.
How big is the Toy Poople, how many kilos should it weigh?
The physical development of Toy Poodle dogs starts to slow down from the 8th or 9th
month. Adult Toy Poodle's length should vary between 25-38 cm and weight 2-6 kg.
Does the Toy Poople shed a lot?
Despite their long and curly coats, Toy Poodles do not shed much. It is one of the names to
be recommended in the first place in the list of dogs that do not shed.
What does Toy Poople eat?
You can also give your dog canned food and treats. However, you should also calculate
calories while giving them. Your dog's eating pattern and size are determined by its age and
height, gender, and active structure. You can safely choose the one that is suitable for your
dog from the above mentioned brands.
When does the Toy Poople mate?
It is appropriate for Toy Poodles to mate after they reach adulthood. The ideal period for
females is the 12th and 18th months, and the 18th month for male dogs is the normal
period. For the health of your dog, mating is not recommended before 1.5 years of age.
Is Toy Poople difficult to care for?
Toy Poodle dogs easily adapt to the home environment. Toy Poodle has a care that does not
force its owner too much due to its easy training process, low shedding feature and
moderate daily exercise need. However, since its fur is dense and hairy, it will need
professional care from time to time. You will need to allocate extra time for this.
How many puppies does Toy Poople give birth to?
Since it has a small body, cesarean section may be required when it will give birth to more
offspring. They can have an average of 2 to 4 puppies at a time. Pregnancy processes should
be followed carefully.
Can a toy poodle stay home alone?
Like all dogs, Toy Poodle dogs do not like to be left alone at home for long periods of time.
Even if it is necessary (provided that food and water are ready), Toy Poodle dogs can stay
alone for 8 to 10 hours.
When is the toy poodle shaved?
The Poodle can be shaved and groomed after 90 days.