Adorable Mini Poodles in Ohio

In the right home with an active family, the Miniature Poodle makes an excellent companion. If you want a pup that’s cute, loyal, child friendly, a breeze to train, and doesn’t take up much space. This could be your dream dog.

However, if you hate grooming and can’t afford a professional to clip your pet, or if you don’t like long walks or ball games, then you might need to think again. Despite being small enough for your lap, the fun-loving mini poodle is more athlete than couch potato and needs an hour or so of exercise each day. Miniature Poodles excel at agility and obedience and will love to accompany you on a jog around the park.

How big is a fully grown Mini Poodle?

Full grown, the Miniature Poodle may reach from 10 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder. Miniature Poodle weight ranges between 10 and 15 pounds.

A balanced diet appropriate to your dog’s age is important. You’ll want to monitor your dog’s caloric intake and weight. Don’t forget to include treats in that calculation.

Any dog will become overweight if fed too much or not given enough exercise. Because excess weight will exacerbate some of the health issues facing Miniature Poodles, it’s important to avoid it.

Do Mini Poodles shed?

Their long and thick curly or wavy coat is iconic. Sometimes, you’ll see a Poodle with his hair clipped short. He may be only partially clipped, with only a few parts (typically the head, ears, chest, and legs) fully furred.

While this clip may seem like a fashion statement, it served a purpose back in the day. It protected the hunting dog’s vulnerable parts from cold and aided in swimming.

Today, clipping makes grooming easier for owners as their medium length coat requires regular attention. Regardless of how you keep his coat, a Miniature Poodle will bless you with a dramatic lack of shedding. He will still shed, but minimally: Every dog sheds at least a little.

Although they are a low shedding breed, they do still produce dander. This means that someone with a severe dog allergy could react to their saliva or contact with their fur.

What are health issues Mini Poodles might have?

Like any purebred dog, Miniature Poodles are susceptible to several inherited health conditions. In addition to the health conditions found in those articles, they may also be prone to the following:

Cushing’s Disease

Generally found in small and older dogs, it’s caused by tumors on the adrenal gland. Once Cushing’s has been diagnosed, the dog may require lifelong medication, surgery to remove the tumor(s) and/or radiation therapy.

Diabetes

According to a 2002 study, Miniature Poodles seem prone to inherited diabetes. As with humans, diabetes in a dog requires lifelong insulin therapy.

Mitral Valve Disease

A malfunction of a heart valve causing blood to leak from one chamber in the heart to another, often referred to as leaky valve disease.

Tracheal Collapse

This progressive condition is exactly what it sounds like. This makes the dog unable to breathe normally and may cause coughing. Medication is required to help the dog breathe normally, and surgery is a last resort to correct the deformity.

Blepharitis

This is an inherited, allergic or secondary inflammation of the eyelid that closely resembles conjunctivitis (pink eye), in which the eyelid is red, swollen and itchy, sometimes with a clear or yellow discharge. Constant drainage can lead to loss of pigment or fur around the eye.

Degenerative Disc Disease

This is the spontaneous slippage or rupture of the discs that reside between the spinal vertebrae due to trauma or degeneration due to age. This is painful and can lead to hind-end paralysis. In some instances, genetic testing can identify dogs that carry the genes responsible for health problems. Dogs who are known carriers of these genes should not be used for breeding.

Mini Poodle Puppies

Anyone can breed a dog and sell the puppies. In most countries, there are no laws restricting or regulating dog breeding. That means that there are good dog breeders and there are bad dog breeders.

The worst breeders don’t care about the animals other than how much money they can make. So, you need to pick your puppy supplier very carefully indeed. Be sure to do your research on breeders before selecting a Miniature Poodle puppy.

As mentioned, show-quality Poodles are one color, so be wary of any breeders who advertise “show-quality” bicolored puppies. Select a breeder who uses genetic testing to prevent passing on undesired traits to help ensure the health of your puppy. Don’t be afraid to ask a lot of questions. Good breeders will appreciate your diligence.

A good Mini Poodle breeder will keep their breeding stock and puppies healthy, at a good weight and in clean and spacious living conditions. Avoid any breeder whose dogs appear in poor health and/or dirty quarters.

These breeders may not want to let you see all their dogs. You should ask to see the mother with her pups. If the father is available, it’s good to meet him too.

Mini Poodles in Amish Country

Skyline Puppies is located in the heart of Amish country. Millersburg, Ohio, in the center of Holmes County, is part of the largest Amish settlement in the world. Our Mini Poodle puppies' first taste of life is enjoying the beautiful Amish countryside. When you come to pick up your Mini Poodle puppy, make it an experience of Amish culture! There are also so many other activities to do here: wine tasting, camping, fishing, and so much more. If you are itching to experience the great outdoors, Holmes Country is where you want to be.