Interesting facts about Toy Poodle

The Toy Poodle is a miniature version of the Standard Poodle. Outwardly, they resemble a stuffed toy more than a real puppy. This predisposes their owners to pamper them excessively. They usually have special haircuts and endearing clothing.

Toy Poodles are the most hypoallergenic dogs. If you suffer from allergies or are worried about your children, this is the breed to choose. Contrary to popular belief, the fluffy, woolly coat does not provoke allergies.

Despite their extremely small size, do not be fooled, these little dogs can be mischievous and very fearless. Although they are not aggressive, if provoked, they can bite someone seriously.

Toy Poodles are extremely intelligent and extremely easy to train. They have an easygoing nature and are very responsive. With the right combination of discipline and encouragement, you will get a real personality like a large breed dog, gathered in an adorable, small package.

These dogs are not very vocal, what they will do is warn you of potential danger or a suspicious person. In general, they can be kind and hospitable, but they are highly suspicious of strangers.

Poodles were originally bred about 400 years ago to retrieve ducks from the water during hunting. They are considered descendants of the Barbet or Logue water dogs. This also explains their attitude towards larger dog breeds.

It is not unusual, but on the contrary, to hear your puppy make sounds and make unusual movements to get your attention, trying to tell you something. Although their communication may not be speech in the conventional sense, they do speak in their own, unique way. These dogs learn more than 400 different words. In addition, this breed has an exceptional ability to recognize body language. They recognize the owner's commands even before they are uttered.

Toy poodles are now a trendy and popular breed, and this has led to counterfeiting in Argentina. In 2012, Argentinian traders were selling ferrets on steroids as Toy poodles.