How to Raise a Toy Poodle

Toy poodles are a breed with an extensive history. Originating from standard poodles, toy poodles are a smaller version of their larger gun-dog cousins. Poodles are widely known as hunting and gun dogs, although they are more commonly seen as show dogs and companions. Raising toy poodles can be a joyful experience for the informed owner.

Things You'll Need

  • Crate
  • Toys
  • Treats
  • Food and water Dishes
  • Collar and lead
  • Grooming supplies
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Instructions

  1. How to Raise a Toy Poodle

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      Purchase your toy poodle puppy from a reputable breeder. Good breeders will have dogs that are healthy and good specimens of the breed, and will produce quality puppies.

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      Make an appointment with your vet for your toy poodle. Your vet will check the dog over to make sure she does not have any illnesses and will give her any necessary vaccinations so that she is up to date.

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      Begin housetraining your puppy as soon as you get him home. Be sure to take him outside to potty after each meal and when he wakes up to avoid any accidents.

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      Place a collar on your toy poodle and allow her to get used to it. A collar is important for keeping identification tags on your puppy, so acclimating her to it early is key. You can attach a lead to the collar and begin leash training your puppy at this time as well.

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      Crate you puppy for short periods of time while you are home. It is important for your toy poodle to learn how to quietly rest in his crate, so small training sessions are necessary. Place your puppy in his crate and offer him praise and a treat when he is quiet.

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      Offer your toy poodle puppy fresh water at all times and feed her on schedule. A puppy needs to eat three or four small meals per day, so plan your feedings accordingly.

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      Give your toy poodle puppy plenty of toys and treats to play with. It is very important to allow your puppy plenty of things to play with to keep her occupied and to avoid boredom.

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      Train your toy poodle puppy. It is vital that your puppy learn basic obedience skills, as a well-trained dog is much more pleasant than an untrained dog. Short, frequent training sessions will make your toy poodle puppy a welcome, enjoyable family. companion.