Miniature Poodle

Good to know

• A water retriever at heart: the Poodle began as a duck-retrieving water dog, and many still love swimming and fetching.
• Low-shedding, high-maintenance coat: the curly coat sheds little, but needs daily brushing or regular clipping every four to six weeks.
• Quick learners: Poodles are very intelligent and people-oriented and do well with fun, positive and consistent training.
• Busy minds: they are active dogs who need daily exercise and mental challenges like tricks, games or dog sports.
• Allergies note: their coat is often suggested for allergy sufferers, though no dog is completely hypoallergenic.
• A low-shedding coat. Some people with allergies find that easier to live with, but no breed is allergen-free.

Getting out with a Miniature Poodle

They need daily exercise beyond a stroll: longer trails, games of fetch and time to run at the park.

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