The Toy poodle dog history is basically the same as the Miniature and Standard. They are descendants of continental water dogs known in Europe, particularly in Germany and Russia, dating back to the 1500s. Similar dogs also existed and played their part, as in France, known as the "Caniche" or "chien canard" a reflection of its duck hunting ability. Germany is credited with naming the breed, "Pfudel" akin to puddle or splash, and they graded sizes into "kleine" meaning small, "mittlere" for medium, and "grosse" denoting large. It was popular with the French aristocracy, becoming the national dog of France. Even today, one hears the name French Poodle. The traditional trim had practical reasons, leaving the hair long to protect the heart and chest from cold water, clipping the legs decreased drag while swimming. Following the success of the Miniature Poodle dog, and separate classification by the Kennel Club (UK) in 1910, downsizing the breed picked up momentum. Through the efforts of 20th century breeders in Britain and North America the Toy Poodle really came into its own, being recognized by the AKC in 1943.Poodles come in three sizes and many colors, but are considered one breed, the Toy poodle being the tiniest. It is friendly, active, intelligent, and clownish, a superb companion enjoying the pampered life. An excellent watchdog when needed, but not given to senseless barking. A Toy Poodle puppie is highly trainable. Its low dander, almost non-shedding coat needs frequent brushing to prevent matting, and makes a good choice for asthma sufferers. The various clips are a matter of taste for the average owner, but if exhibited at dog shows, the clipping rules are explicit, and must be strictly adhered to as per the Breed Standard.
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General
Appearance That
of a very active, intelligent and elegant-appearing dog, squarely built,
well proportioned, moving soundly and carrying himself proudly.
Properly clipped in the traditional fashion and carefully groomed, the
Poodle has about him an air of distinction and dignity peculiar to
himself.
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The
Standard Poodle is over 15 inches at the highest point of the shoulders.
Any Poodle which is 15 inches or less in height shall be disqualified
from competition as a Standard Poodle. The Miniature Poodle is 15 inches or under at the highest point of the shoulders, with a minimum height in excess of 10 inches. Any Poodle which is over 15 inches or is 10 inches or less at the highest point of the shoulders shall be disqualified from competition as a Miniature Poodle.
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Toy
Poodle is 10 inches or under at the highest point of the shoulders.
Any Poodle which is more than 10 inches at the highest point of the
shoulders shall be disqualified from competition as a Toy Poodle.
As long as the Toy Poodle is definitely a Toy Poodle, and the Miniature
Poodle a Miniature Poodle, both in balance and proportion for the
Variety, diminutiveness shall be the deciding factor when all other
points are equal.
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| Proportion
To insure the desirable squarely built appearance, the length of body
measured from the breastbone to the point of the rump approximates the
height from the highest point of the shoulders to the ground. Substance * Bone and muscle of both forelegs and hindlegs are in proportion to size of dog.a) Eyes: very dark, oval in shape and set far enough apart and positioned to create an alert intelligent expression. Major fault: eyes round, protruding, large or very light. (b) Ears: hanging close to the head, set at or slightly below eye level. The ear leather is long, wide and thickly feathered; however, the ear fringe should not be of excessive length. (c) Skull: moderately rounded, with a slight but definite stop. Cheekbones and muscles flat. Length from occiput to stop about the same as length of muzzle. (d) Muzzle: long, straight and fine, with slight chiseling under the eyes. Strong without lippiness. The chin definite enough to preclude snipiness. Major fault: lack of chin. Teeth: white, strong and with a scissors bite. Major fault: undershot, overshot, wry mouth.
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Neck,
Topline,
BodyNeck: well proportioned, strong and long enough to permit
the head to be carried high and with dignity. Skin snug at
throat. The neck rises from strong, smoothly muscled shoulders.Major fault: ewe neck. The Topline: is level, neither sloping nor roached, from the highest point of the shoulder blade to the base of the tail, with the exception of a slight hollow just behind the shoulder. Body:Chest deep and moderately wide with well sprung ribs. The loin is short, broad and muscular. Tail straight, set on high and carried up, docked of sufficient length to insure a balanced outline. Major fault: set low, curled, or carried over the back.
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Forequarters
Strong,
smoothly muscled shoulders. The shoulder blade is well laid back
and approximately the same length as the upper foreleg.Major fault: steep shoulder. (a) Forelegs straight and parallel when viewed from the front. When viewed from the side the elbow is directly below the highest point of the shoulder. The pasterns are strong. Dewcl
aws may be removed.
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Feet
The
feet are rather small, oval in shape with toes well arched and
cushioned on thick firm pads. Nails short but not excessively
shortened. The feet turn neither in nor out.Major fault: paper or splay foot.
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Hindquarters
The
angulation of the hindquarters balances that of the forequarters.(a) Hind legs straight and parallel when viewed from the rear. Muscular with width in the region of the stifles which are well bent; femur and tibia are about equal in length; hock to heel short and perpendicular to the ground. When standing, the rear toes are only slightly behind the point of the rump. Major fault: cow-hocks.
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Coat
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Saddle
In the "English Saddle" clip the face, throat, feet, forelegs
and base of the tail are shaved, leaving puffs on the forelegs and a
pompon on the end of the tail. The hindquarters are covered with a
short blanket of hair except for a curved shaved area on each flank and
two shaved bands on each hindleg. The entire shaven foot and a
portion of the shaven leg above the puff are visible. The rest of
the body is left in full coat but may be shaped in order to insure
overall balance. (3) "Continental" In the "Continental" clip, the face, throat, feet, and base of the tail are shaved. The hindquarters are shaved with pompons (optional) on the hips. The legs are shaved, leaving bracelets on the hindlegs and puffs on the forelegs. There is a pompon on the end of the tail. The entire shaven foot and a portion of the shaven foreleg above the puff are visible. The rest of the body is left in full coat but may be shaped in order to insure overall balance.
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| Sporting
In the "Sporting" clip, a Poodle shall be shown with face,
feet, throat, and base of tail shaved, leaving a scissored cap on the
top of the head and a pompon on the end of the tail. The rest of
the body, and legs are clipped or scissored to follow the outline of the
dog leaving a short blanket of coat no longer than one inch in length.
The hair on the legs may be slightly longer than that on the body.
In all clips the hair of the topknot may be left free or held in place
by elastic bands. The hair is only of sufficient length to present
a smooth outline. "Topknot" refers only to hair on the
skull, from stop to occiput. This is the only area where elastic
bands may be used.
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Color
The coat is an even and solid color at the skin. In blues, grays,
silvers, browns, cafe-au-laits, apricots and creams the coat may show
varying shades of the same color. This is frequently present in
the somewhat darker feathering of the ears and in the tipping of the
ruff. While clear colors are definitely preferred, such natural
variation in the shading of the coat is not to be considered a fault.Brown and cafe-au-lait Poodles have liver-colored noses, eye-rims and lips, dark toenails and dark amber eyes. Black, blue, gray, silver, cream and white Poodles have black noses, eye-rims and lips, black or self colored toenails and very dark eyes. In the apricots while the foregoing coloring is preferred, liver-colored noses, eye-rims and lips, and amber eyes are permitted but are not desirable. Major fault: color of nose, lips and eye-rims incomplete, or of wrong color for color of dog. Parti-colored dogs shall be disqualified. The coat of a parti-c
olored dog is not an even solid
color at the skin but is of two or more colors.
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Gait
A straightforward trot with light
springy action and strong hindquarters drive. Head and tail
carried up. Sound effortless movement is essential.
Temperament Carrying
himself proudly, very active, intelligent, the Poodle has about him an
air of distinction and dignity peculiar to himself.
Major fault: shyness or sharpness.
Major Faults:
Any distinct deviation from the
desired characteristics described in the Breed Standard.
Disqualifications:
Size: A dog over or under the
height limits specified shall be disqualified.
Clip: A dog in any type of clip other than those listed under coat shall be disqualified. Parti-colors: The coat of a parti-colored dog is not an even solid color at the skin but of two or more colors. Parti-colored dogs shall be disqualified.
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Value of Points
General appearance, temperament,
carriage and condition 30Head, expression, ears, eyes and teeth 20 Body, neck, legs, feet and tail 20 Gait 20 Coat, color and texture 10 Height: 10 in. (25.4 cm) or under, at withers. Weight: 4-8 lbs. (1.8-3.6 kg). Watchdog: Excellent Trainability: High Other Names: Caniche,French Poodle Life Expectancy: 12 - 14 years.
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Faults Note ** Male animals should have two apparently normal testicles fully descended into the scrotum
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