Miniature Poodle weight by month

Poodles are an ideal pet for pets. They are active and playful, good with children and have high intelligence. That is why representatives of this breed often perform demonstration acts in the circus, as they love attention and are ready to quickly learn any tricks. Today there are several varieties of this breed, including miniature poodles, which are very small in size and are well suited for keeping in a small apartment.

Puppy at birth

Newborn babies are entirely dependent on the mother dog: the kittens are blind and deaf, sleep most of the day, and suck milk during short periods of wakefulness. Puppies cannot yet regulate their own body temperature, but are already sensitive to smells and touches. The babies just slowly crawl, turn their heads in search of their mother’s nipples, whine, looking for her. It is still difficult for them to maintain the weight of their own body.

The weight of puppies at birth depends on the characteristics of the parents, proper care of the mother during pregnancy, the number of babies in the litter, and genetic predisposition. The average weight of newborns is 150-200 g.

Toy poodles appear in the litter of miniature (formerly called dwarf) members of the breed. In the first days of a dog’s life, even a specialist cannot determine its future. The smallest kitten in the litter may not grow up to be a toy, but a miniature poodle.

When is weaning from the mother?

In nature, the mother begins to wean the puppies when they are 3-4 weeks old. Breeders do this when the offspring reaches a month old.

IMPORTANT!

Weaning should not happen immediately; you cannot simply tear the dog away from its mother’s milk. Just start limiting the puppies from feeding them, for example, by taking the dog to an area where the babies cannot go. Introduce complementary foods.

Development table

Weight gain and growth of each puppy is individual. However, the owner is guided by the average indicators for the breed - excessive deviation from them should be a reason for a visit to the veterinarian.

Age (months)	Weight, kg)	Height (cm)
1	0,6-0,7	12-13
2	1-1,2	15-16
3	1,3-1,6	18-19
4	1,7-1,9	20-21
5	2-2,2	22-23
6-12	2,3-2,5	24-25

Parameters of an adult toy poodle:

Height at withers: 25-28 cm.
Weight: 2.5-3 kg.

There are also very small toys: up to 22-24 cm tall, weighing up to 2 kg. Breeders do not recommend inexperienced owners to have such miniature animals. These dogs require close attention and special conditions of detention, as they are susceptible to a number of diseases, including genetic ones.

Variety

Poodles are divided into varieties based on height and weight. This also determines the purpose of the dog. Thus, large and medium poodles belong to the category of service and sports dogs. Dwarf and toy poodles are exclusively decorative.

When choosing which type of poodle to purchase, you should strictly consider whether there is an opportunity for long walks and sufficient space in the apartment. Small dogs are most convenient in city conditions. For a large poodle, keeping it in a country house is optimal.

Important! The characterization of the dwarf poodle breed as a decorative one is not accidental, and it is impossible to breed it as a smaller copy of a sporting one for the same purposes.

Miniature Poodle weight by month

Father:

TINKILEES REBEL ROUSER, toy poodle (25 cm), red color, Champion Inter, Champion of Germany, Poland, Czech Republic, Russia, Belarus, RKF

Mother:

Charming Elana Amber Lady (Lana) Apricot miniature poodle (29.5 cm), female, date of birth 01/07/2006. Champion Inter., Grand, Russia, Norway, Denmark, Ukraine, Belarus, Eurasia, RKF, Club, Junior Champion Russia, Club.

For sale is a grown up Sharm El Sheikh, red miniature (very small, height 29 cm) poodle, male, date of birth 01/09/2014.

Charm Sharm El Sheikh, gentle, affectionate, handsome boy. The boy found his family and a loving, caring owner, Ilya.

On July 30, 2014, toy and miniature poodle puppies of apricot and red colors were born in the nursery: 1 boy and 4 girls. Puppies are PRA free (parents tested)

Charm Cheerful Elf, apricot toy poodle, male. At 2 months: weight 1200 g, height 17 cm. A very promising boy. Sold. A wonderful family will live in the Moscow region, in which poodles have always been their favorites. (in the photo is the Cheerful Elf - Charlik with his happy owner.)

Charm Vita Zolotoy Luchik, apricot toy poodle, female. At 2 months, weight 940 g, height 17 cm. Sold, flew to Omsk, where she became a long-awaited and beloved girl..

Charming Viola Rosa, apricot miniature poodle, female. At 2 months, weight 1420 g, height 18.5 cm. Sold, two sisters from Solntsevo and Viola Rosa met and did not want to part.

Charming Verona Red Star, red miniature poodle, female. At 2 months, weight 1400 g, height 17.5 cm. Reserved, remains in the nursery.

Father:

TINKILEES REBEL ROUSER, toy poodle (25 cm), red color, Champion Inter, Champion of Germany, Poland, Czech Republic, Russia, Belarus, RKF

Mother:

The nursery sells red and apricot toy poodle puppies, 2 boys and 2 girls, date of birth July 26, 2014. Parents are free from hereditary diseases (tested).

Charm Fortune's Minion, apricot toy poodle, male. At 2 months, weight 990 g, height 16 cm. A very promising boy. Sold, moved to St. Petersburg. We hope for his successful exhibition career.

Charm Velvet Lady, apricot toy poodle, female. At 2 months, weight 1196 g, height 16.5 cm. Sold with the prospect of an exhibition career and participation in breeding. We hope to see her in the rings soon.

Charm Glitter Courage, red miniature poodle, male. At 3 months weight 2026 g, height 22 cm. Sold

Charm Barbie Doll, apricot toy poodle, female. At 2 months, weight 751 g, height 15 cm. Sold. Settled in Khimki. The affectionate little toy charmed her new owner.

Father:

TINKILEES REBEL ROUSER, toy poodle (25 cm), red color, Inter Champion, Champion of Germany, Poland, Czech Republic, Russia, Belarus, RKF.

Mother:

Charm Loretta, miniature poodle (29 cm), apricot color, Champion of Russia, RKF, RFLS, RFSS, OANKOO.

The nursery sells red and apricot toy poodle puppies, 2 boys and 1 girl, date of birth July 24, 2014. Parents are free from hereditary diseases (tested).

Charm Argo Golden Fleece, apricot toy poodle, male. At 3 months, weight 1165 g, height 17 cm. Promises to be 23-24 cm in the future. Sold. found a new home and family in Belarus in Minsk..

Charming Archibald Sorento, red toy poodle, male. At 2 months, weight 864 g, height 16 cm. Sold. After registration, he immediately found himself in the caring hands of his owners, who were counting the hours until the minute when the baby could be picked up.

Charm Scarlet Flower, red toy poodle, female. At 3 months, weight 795 g, height 15 cm. Estimated future height - 22 cm. Sold

Father:

TINKILEES REBEL ROUSER, toy poodle (25 cm), red color, Inter Champion, Champion of Germany, Poland, Czech Republic, Russia, Belarus, RKF.

Mother:

Charm Ulka Droplet of the Sun, toy poodle (25 cm), apricot color, Champion of Russia, Junior Champion of Russia.

The nursery sells a fully grown (6 months old) miniature poodle puppy Ocharovanie Etoile, apricot color, female. The puppy is promising for show and breeding use. She participated in the All-Russian Dog Show and received the title “Best Baby”. Healthy, free from hereditary diseases. PRA tests were done - clean, knees - normal.

Charm Etoile, miniature apricot poodle, female. Participated in the All-Russian Dog Show, received the title “Best Baby”. PRA tests were done - clean, knees - normal. Sold. Already in a new house in Israel.

Charm Shocking, miniature red poodle, male. Found a new home and family in Chicago (USA)

Description of the breed with photos

The FCI standard defines the conformation of the average poodle. The document contains the following basic requirements regarding the appearance of the animal.

The head with thin skin is proportional to the body.
Oval skull with a round forehead.
Short muzzle.
The lips are not droopy and match the color.
Correct bite.
Large nose with wide nostrils.
Almond-shaped eyes are dark brown.
The drooping ears touch the lips.
Proportional physique.
Wide chest.
Flat back with muscular lower back.
Strong limbs.
The joints are well developed.
Oval hands with webbed fingers.
High tail.

Size and weight

The weight of an adult can reach 12 kilograms . The minimum indicator mark is 9 kg. Height at the withers is from 35 to 45 centimeters . Females are slightly smaller in size than males.

Coat type

The poodle has two types of coat:

curly; The dog's hair is curly and thin, but the coat is quite thick;
corded; straight and hard hairs, densely located to each other.

Variety of colors

Purebred poodles only come in solid colors. The standard for medium-sized representatives of the breed provides for five colors.

Black poodle.
White medium poodle.
Brown (no chocolate tint or light spots).
Gray or silver (without transitions or overflows).
Apricot (without transitions to beige or brown).

Health and illness

Poodles are prone to various canine diseases. There are also diseases that are unique to the breed.

Fusion of the nasal passages.
Heart problems.
Eye diseases.
Epilepsy.
Diabetes.
Diseases of the oral cavity.
Otitis.
Urolithiasis disease.

It is impossible to completely protect your pet from diseases. Regular visits to the veterinarian will help you avoid illness. A routine examination will reveal the animal’s susceptibility to any disease. At the first symptoms, the doctor will prescribe the necessary treatment.

Lifespan

On average, poodles can live between 12 and 15 years . However, with proper care, proper diet and walks, the pet will delight its owner for all 18 years.

Interesting facts from the life of dogs

Toy poodles are incredibly smart - they are one of the top five smartest dogs in the world. Historical data confirms that the breed has enjoyed well-deserved popularity in all eras.

The fashion for the famous lion haircut has appeared since the time of Marie Antoinette. It is believed that the Queen personally invented it for her pet. The owner dressed the dog in expensive clothes and jewelry.
Prince Rupert of the Rhine's poodle, named Boy, was his owner's real mascot. The famous commander did not suffer a single serious defeat in battle until the dog, his constant companion, died from a bullet at the Battle of Marston Moor. Enemies considered this dog a demon helping its owner.
In 1931, in the USA (New York), the poodle Toby became a millionaire: the deceased owner bequeathed 15 million dollars to the pet.
Among the representatives of the breed there are many gifted actors. Dogs have often become heroes in the plots of books and films.
Beethoven's Elegy (1787) is about the death of a poodle.
Winston Churchill himself was a fan of this dog breed. The dog named Rufus often accompanied his owner, so his image is captured in photographs. In addition, the friends were united by a common love for chocolates.

The poodle breed is very ancient and popular at all times, so interesting facts about the life of such dogs can be cited endlessly.

Character and intelligence

Poodles are considered one of the best companions. In terms of character and level of development, they are placed on a par with representatives of border collies. Curly pets have the following character traits:

agreeableness;
aptitude for leadership;
activity;
readiness for constant interaction;
fast learner.

Attitude towards children and others

The poodle treats family members with respect and love. The pet is delighted with the opportunity to play with the child. The dog does not show aggression, so it can become an ideal nanny for a baby. The animal always tries to please the owner. The poodle is highly sensitive, so it understands what a person needs.

The poodle is indifferent to strangers passing by. If the pet senses danger, it will bark at the enemy, and in an emergency, it will come to the owner’s defense.

The poodle has an impeccable sense of smell. When sensing a foreign animal, the dog will begin to chase the “prey”. This manifests itself due to hunting qualities inherent at the genetic level.

List of suitable nicknames

Choosing a name is the first step after purchasing a poodle. It is important to find an option that the family will like, will be easy for the pet to remember and will be easy to pronounce.

Nicknames for male toy poodles:

Cupid, Agate, Archie, Bucks;
Baron (Barry), Barney, Bim, Bike;
Bolt, Willy, Chip;
Chief, Chuck, Butch;
Oscar, Fluff, Arnie, Claude;
Woody, Scooby, Bond;
Pirate, Toby, Cliff, Earl, Gray, Horus;
Harold, Casper, Tom;
Kurt, Rich, Luke;
Peach, Kai, Hans;
Henry, Kazbek, Eric, Olympus;
Perce, Jerry, Simba, Pike;
Donald, Motya, Zeus;
Hulk, Timon, Sonic;
Charlie, Walt, Leo;
King, Nike, Larry;
Bim, Dick, Chase, Simba.

Nicknames for female miniature poodles:

Astra, Alpha, Gina, Bella, Bonnie;
Jesse, Dina, Debi, Tori, Molly;
Vesta, Chapa, Dusya;
Gerda, Greta, Gabi, Hera;
Ella, Emma, Zita;
Kira, Nancy, Paw, Knopa;
Dana, Lily, Remy, Laura, Gucci;
Zlata, Mila, Maya;
Irma, Salma, Doll, Tosya;
Uma, Jody, Motya (Matilda);
Sandra, Taya, Tina;
Vika, Viva, Tonya, Shura.

Owners often name their pets not by the character of the dog or its breed, but by the names of animals from pleasant childhood memories or by the names of places they once visited.

Training and education

Even a child can train a poodle. However, it is better not to trust this mission to a child under 12 years old. The learning process should consist of studying commands and active games.

During education, they are guided by the following rules:

the owner's place is inviolable;
the pet has a separate sleeping place;
the owner is a leader who must be obeyed;
the pet enters the apartment after all family members;
You can't beg.

Pros and cons of the breed

The positive and negative qualities of a pet depend on the variety. The description of the medium poodle breed allows us to determine the following advantages of the representatives:

cheerfulness;
activity;
the dog is easy to train;
perfect obedience;
the pet practically does not shed;
kindness;
calm;
no unpleasant odor;
intelligence;
attractive appearance;
The dog does not show aggression.

Disadvantages for breeders and animal owners include:

high level of need for attention;
increased energy;
need for long daily walks;
special care for the coat.

Origin

As for the very first poodles, they were large. Even today it is difficult to say for sure who their ancestors are. Breeders are confident that the dwarf poodle appeared by crossing hunting, herding dogs and divers. Dogs that closely resemble poodles in appearance are found in paintings from the 13th century. Pets lived in the families of monarchs of European states. Ordinary people were prohibited from breeding these animals.

The Mini Dwarf Poodle, as a separate breed, was bred in the 40s of the 19th century. A scientist from Switzerland, Shaitlin, was closely involved in breeding. He considered the representatives of this breed to be perfect, endowed with courage, nobility and intelligence.

The breed standard was approved in France in 1880.

Maintenance, care and nutrition

There are no difficulties with the pet’s character and upbringing, and the poodle is picky when it comes to caring for it. You can keep him in an apartment or house, but not on a leash or in an enclosure. Much attention should be paid to your pet's fur. If improperly or negligently cared for, the pile will become tangled and form tangles, so you must follow some rules.

Once every six months the poodle is taken for a haircut. Carrying out the procedure independently is accompanied by preliminary washing and drying. However, breeders advise contacting a hairdresser for the first time.
Lost hairs become entangled in the remaining fur and form tangles. To prevent this from happening, poodles are combed with a slicker brush and a comb.
Bathe your pet once a week using a special shampoo and conditioner. Afterwards the dog is dried with a hairdryer and combed.

Important! If after a haircut your pet has bald spots in places, then you need to wear overalls for a walk.

You also need to take care of your dog's ears, eyes and mouth. Teeth are brushed once a week with special products.

The ears undergo a cleansing procedure every 7 days. Like the eyes, they are wiped with gauze swabs pre-moistened in micellar water.

Attention! The pet needs two or three daily walks. The duration of one is at least 40 minutes.

Nutrition

The diet of a medium poodle can consist of dry food or natural products. In the first option, the products must be premium or super-premium. The animal must also have constant access to water.

Natural nutrition should consist of:

boiled meat (beef, lamb) or offal, occupying two-thirds of the diet;
sea fish twice a week;
dairy products (kefir, cottage cheese, cheese);
porridge (rice, buckwheat, millet);
vegetables (tomatoes, beets, celery, spinach, carrots, cabbage).

Important! With natural nutrition, the diet includes vitamins and minerals prescribed by a veterinarian.

A haircut

Grooming your toy poodle can be done at home. Place the dog on the table. For a dog to stand still, it must be on a leash. If this is your first haircut, show the clipper to the animal and let him sniff it. Then simply turn on the device without starting the procedure so that the dog can get used to the unfamiliar object and stop being afraid.

Head and neck haircut

With one hand, grab the dog by the muzzle, and with the other hand, fold one ear back. While holding the dog, clip the hair with a clipper, drawing a line from the curled ear to the nose, then from the ear to the corner of the eye.
Trim the fur on the cheek, then above the eye, under the eye.
Lift the dog's head up and trim the hair on the neck.
Cut the dog's hair on the other side in the same way.

Paw trimming

Grasp the dog's paw with your left hand, with your thumb on top. Trim the fur.
Then you need to remove it from your fingers. Make the dog bend its paw at the ankle. Trim off the fur between the fingertips.

Tail cut

When cutting the tail, the clipper should move from its base to the end. Leave a pompom at the end of the tail.
Trim the fur between the hind legs, first lifting the animal's tail.

Belly haircut

Place the dog on its hind legs, holding it by its front legs. Trim it by pointing the clipper from the navel down the inner thighs to where the fur begins to thicken.
Trim the belly, lifting the dog's paws one at a time.

Popular haircuts

To achieve a certain haircut, do not remove hair on certain parts of the body.

"A lion". Trim the back of the body to the level of the ribs. Trim the fur on the face, tail, and paws. Leave the pom-poms on the ankles and tail.
"Modern". Trim the hair on the face, back (from the withers), and croup. No need for paws. Hair of 1 cm in length is left on the belly and sides.
"Bikini". The dog should have short hair all over its body. Pompoms are left on the ankles and the tip of the tail.

How to choose a puppy

In Russia, medium poodles are a fairly common breed, so buying them is not difficult. Before purchasing you must:

pay attention to the general condition of the puppy (non-sick appearance, uniform coat, no weakness);
check the ears, eyes, there should be no dirt in them;
absence of lameness while walking and running;
the baby is active and inquisitive;
When purchasing a puppy for exhibitions, it should be purchased at four months of age.

The cost of a pet varies from 300 to 1200 dollars . The price depends on the breeder, the place where the pet is purchased, and the purpose of the purchase. In nurseries the cost is always higher. Babies purchased for exhibitions and breeding are also more expensive.

A medium-sized poodle is suitable for keeping both in an apartment and in a private house. The pet gets along well with small children, so families often have it. The owner of such an animal should be an energetic person who is ready to pay a lot of attention to the dog. Daily training will help you raise a smart and respectful pet.

Vaccination schedule

Puppies up to one year old will need the following vaccinations:

8-10 weeks is the first vaccination for a puppy against parvovirus enteritis, viral hepatitis and distemper;
11-13 weeks - second vaccination against parvovirus enteritis, viral hepatitis and plague. At this time, the puppy receives its first vaccination against rabies.

If the risk of contracting rabies is low, for example, the puppy does not come into contact with carriers of the virus, then vaccination can be delayed until 6-9 months.