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Poodles come in 3 sizes or varieties; the Toy Poodle, the Miniature Poodle
and the Standard Poodle. All 3 varieties are non-shedding and require regular clipping and bathing to keep their hair
coat free of mats. Although poodles love outdoor activity, they are not dogs to be kept or left outside for any length
of time. Because of the Poodle's intelligence, they want and need to be with their people. They should be provided
with activities that keeps their minds engaged.
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Toy Poodles are the smallest of the three
varieties. Toys are under 10 inches tall at the shoulder and generally weigh less than 10 pounds. They come in
all colors - black, white, brown, red, apricot, silver, blue and occasionally more than one color or what is known as "parti-color"
or "phantom markings." None of the colors, including the partis and the phantoms are particularly rare or
unusual. Some very small toy poodles are advertised as "tiny toys" or "teacup" poodles. This
designation is nothing more than a marketing ploy.
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Standard Poodles are the largest
of the three varieties. Standards are over 15 inches tall at the shoulder, usually in the range of 21-25 inches, and
may weigh as much as 70 pounds. They, too, come in all colors including parti and phantom. Sometimes a large standard
poodle may be advertised as a "Royal Standard," but like their little toy friends, this designation is nothing
more than a marketing ploy.
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Miniature Poodles are the in-between sized poodles. Minis are over 10 inches and under 15 inches at the shoulder and weigh anywhere from 15 to 25 pounds. They also come in all colors including parti and phantom. Their size makes them great companions for apartment dwellers.
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