Why does my toy Poodle seem sad?
1) Less time with owners – Dogs are creatures of habit, very well aware of when they are expected to be with their humans. If there has been a major change to the Poodle’s schedule in which he is spending more time alone, this can lead to a depressed mood.
What’s the bad thing about having a toy poodle?
Toy Poodles are extremely sensitive to stress. They can end up literally sick to their stomachs, with digestive upsets and neurotic behaviors, if the people in their home are having family problems. Toy Poodles are peaceful, sensitive dogs who need a peaceful, harmonious home.
How tall does a toy poodle have to be?
The official AKC breed standard for the Toy Poodle says that they cannot exceed 10 inches tall. They typically weigh 6 to 10 pounds as adults. Height is measured up to the shoulders.
Can a miniature poodle be clipped to look like a normal dog?
Poodles can be clipped to look like normal dogs. That’s my dog Buffy on the right. She’s a Miniature Poodle, but you can do this same clip with a Toy. It takes me 15 minutes every 6 weeks to run over her coat with a handheld clipper and turn her into a shorthaired, normal-looking dog who is a snap to brush.
What kind of stimulation does a toy poodle need?
Indeed, Toy Poodles NEED some sort of mental stimulation in order to be happy, even if it’s just challenging games such as hide ‘n seek, or fetching a variety of named toys. This intelligent breed cannot simply sit in the backyard and be ignored.
What are some misconceptions about Toy Poodles?
Toy Poodle temperament, personality, training, behavior, pros and cons, advice, and information, by Michele Welton, Dog Trainer, Behavioral Consultant, Author of 15 Dog Books Many people have misconceptions about Poodles – that they look and act like “sissy” dogs.
Why are toy poodles so sensitive to stress?
Toy Poodles are extremely sensitive to stress. They can end up sick to their stomachs, with digestive upsets and anxiety, if the people in their home are having family problems.
Why did my poodle have so many seizures?
She was diagnosed with Idiopathic Seizure Disorder, which basically meant there was no underlining reason for her seizures, except she was most likely born with the disease, At 2 years of age and having her on Phenobarbital and Potassium Bromide since the age of 6 months, she was seizing so much that our vet recommended that we put her down.
What’s the best thing to say about a toy poodle?
They expect their routines to always be the same, and they can get flustered if you change things. Poodles are “soft” and sensitive dogs, sometimes hypersensitive. If you touch them unexpectedly or startle them with a sudden loud sound, they tend to flinch. The most sensitive individuals are not good with small children.
