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About Kim Wingate
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Expertise
I can answer general questions about Poodles. My specific area of expertise is Standard Poodles, but I will answer all questions about Poodles and dog related questions if I can. If I can't answer your question, I will be able to find information or someone who can.

Experience
I am a Dog Groomer and Dog Trainer, who has raised Standard Poodles for over 20 years. I can answer Housebreaking questions, Obedience questions, Grooming questions, Breeding questions, and General Dog questions.

Organizations
I am a member of the AKC.

Education/Credentials
I have worked at several Pet stores in my area, worked for a year as a Vet Tech, was an apprentice for a Dog Trainer, and have also worked at a Grooming/Showing kennel for several months. I have also raised, shown, trained, and groomed my own Standard Poodles for over 20 years.

   

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Questions Answered By Expert  Kim Wingate 
In Category  Poodles

SubjectDate Asked

odor/smell11/21/2009
  Q: We just purchased a 3 month old male toy poodle. He smells very bad like a strong talcum powder, I ...
  A: I have never heard of a dog smelling like powder as linked to an illness, but to be on the safe side ...
toy poodle11/21/2009
  Q: What can I do if my 2 mounth old male poodle bites people often?
  A: You are going to need to dominate this dog to keep him from biting other people. You didn't say if ...
standard poodles11/18/2009
  Q: I love standard poodles i am tring to a report in school and in an experts opionion what do u think ...
  A: Dogs have played an important role in our lives throughout the years, from the First Cavemans pet ...
Poodles in genaral11/17/2009
  Q: What was the purpose of breeding toy poodles? ANSWER: Hello Molly, Other than for the reason that ...
  A: Poodles don't just come in Black and White. They come in all colors including Black, White, Blue, ...
Growling11/17/2009
  Q: I have a 7 month old female black mini. She is super hyper and very friendly loves everybody. ...
  A: She could be starting her heat cycle now and that may or may not contribute to her growling. You ...
UNDERNOURISHED RESCUE11/16/2009
  Q: I adopted a 10mo.old chocolate miniature poodle, abused, undernourished,wt.9lbs. and had worms. no ...
  A: You might try this diet with her. Feel free to change it up to suit her and your needs. 1 lb ...
Separation Anxiety - 11 Week Old Toy Poodle11/16/2009
  Q: I just bought a very handsome 10 week old red toy poodle last week. He is now 11 weeks old. My ...
  A: It sounds like you are doing good with him for now, and I don't think that you need a crate for him ...
breeding toy poodles11/15/2009
  Q: What was the purpose of breeding toy poodles?
  A: Other than for the reason that people just wanted a smaller Poodle, I can't really see any specific ...
standard poodle food11/14/2009
  Q: I have a one year old standard poodle who does not like eating, it is really worrying me as he is ...
  A: You might try this diet with your dog to see if he will eat better on it. It will provide his ...
Housetraining11/13/2009
  Q: I felt my 12-month old male Toy Poodle was housetrained, until I saw a wet spot on carpet. Upon ...
  A: If your dog drinks alot of water, sometimes his urine may be weak enough that it won't have a smell. ...
sick standard poodld11/12/2009
  Q: My 3 year old Standard just started acting lethargic, standing but not playing just staring, He ...
  A: Though I am not a Vet, it sounds like this could be the start of Addisons Disease. To be sure ...
Toy Poodle size11/10/2009
  Q: If my toy poodle is 3 months old and weight 4 lbs and stands about 6.5 in is there a chance he won't ...
  A: Poodles can grow until they are around 9-11 months old and will fill out until they are around a ...
Standard Poodle Skin Problem11/10/2009
  Q: I have a 3 year old WONDERFUL Standard Poodle that has had no previous problems. In the last two ...
  A: It sounds like your dog has a Hot Spot on her backside. Hot Spots can be caused from about ...
5 month old standard poodles growth11/9/2009
  Q: I just got a 5 month old standard poodle ( male) he seems to be on the small side 18" at the withers ...
  A: This is about average for a 5 month old Std Poodle. Poodles tend to get their full height and ...
Hind leg lift11/7/2009
  Q: I have a YorkiePoodle mix and I am so curious as to why she lifts her hinds leg and puts it on other ...
  A: I have never heard of something like this that isn't related to urinating. It could just be that ...
under wieght standard poodle11/6/2009
  Q: i have a standard poodle that i bought at a 11 weeks and it weight only 11lbs. i have been trying my ...
  A: No, actually that isn't too much underweight for a Std Poodle. Dogs tend to go through a lanky ...
one more thing11/5/2009
  Q: I also have him on z/d hills science food which is an allergy food.. . . no help. $31/8 lbs. . and ...
  A: I know exactly how you feel. I have a dog that has been battling ear infections for about a year ...
ear infections - standard poodle11/5/2009
  Q: Almost his whole life he has had ear infections off and on but for the last year it has been almost ...
  A: Give this a try first: When you clean out the ears, you might use a Vinegar and Hydrogen Peroxide ...
Busta11/5/2009
  Q: We have two standard poodles. However, the male is constantly gettin yeast infections in his ears. ...
  A: When you clean out the ears, you might use a Vinegar and Hydrogen Peroxide mixture to help remove ...
toy poodle11/4/2009
  Q: This is information in addition to my question a few hours ago about the white toy poodle that died. ...
  A: This kind of confirms my last response. A dog that has worms can sometimes vomit them up into their ...
Toy poodle11/4/2009
  Q: I had a 2 1/2 year old white toy poodle that recently died. She was not feeling well for about 24 ...
  A: I am not a Vet so this is only a guesstimate on what could have caused the demise of your dog. It ...
My minature poodles ears11/4/2009
  Q: I have an awsume choc poodle, I have 3 others that are tiny toys also. But, my mini Kane has the ...
  A: When I try to take weight off the ears, I shave the underside clear of hair, being careful not to ...
under wieght standard poodle11/4/2009
  Q: i have a standard poodle that i bought at a 11 weeks and it weight only 11lbs. i have been trying my ...
  A: Though I can't estimate your dogs weight at a year old, I can tell you that a Standard Poodle can ...
potty training problem11/3/2009
  Q: I have a toy poodle Boosik he is 7 months old, I understand that he may be not old enough to be ...
  A: 7 months old should be more than old enough for your dog to know to hold his urine. He is probably ...
breeding male toy11/3/2009
  Q: How old does my male toy poodle need to be before I can successfully breed him? He's six months ...
  A: Males tend to start getting sperm around 9 months of age, but its best to wait until the dog is at ...
My minature poodles ears11/2/2009
  Q: I have an awsume choc poodle, I have 3 others that are tiny toys also. But, my mini Kane has the ...
  A: I like to use a product from Sally's Beauty Supply called Proclaim Spray-On Glosser. You can find ...
bear11/2/2009
  Q: my dogs hair was black..then one day after he was groomed (shaved really low)his hair grew back gray ...
  A: You didn't say how old your dog is, but I assume that he might be a Silver or Blue color rather than ...
Shampoo for Red Toy Poodle11/2/2009
  Q: I adopted a 1-yr-old red toy poodle 3 months ago and would bring her to the grommer once a month. I ...
  A: I get those products from Sally's Beauty Supply stores if you have one in your area. If not, you ...
Guard dog10/30/2009
  Q: Is there a reliability with poodles as guard dogs. I'm not asking for the killer-type dog just ...
  A: As a person who has had Poodles all my life, I would say that they make wonderful watchdogs. ...
poodle hopping10/27/2009
  Q: My poodle is about 4 years old, and when we take him for walks he hops quite a bit. Sometimes he ...
  A: I have heard of other Poodles doing this when they walk. I don't really know why they do this, but ...
Toy Poodle Ear Problem10/24/2009
  Q: Our toy poodle is constantly scratching one of his ears and shaking his head. I do my best to keep ...
  A: It could be due in part to the move. The drier air could cause the ears to dry out a bit and can ...
Toy Poodle Breeding10/23/2009
  Q: How many pups can I expect from my 1 1/2 year old puppy? She is in good health, and in her second ...
  A: I am glad that I could be of some help. I would go ahead and keep them apart for now until the ...
aging miniature poodle10/21/2009
  Q: I have a 19 year old poodle (yes 19) and for the past 3 years he has declined to the point where he ...
  A: Yes and No that you are to be concerned. No, because he has had this for along time, but yes ...
Upset stomach10/19/2009
  Q: My toy poodle (9 years old) has been vomiting, wheezing and whining, he is also very thirsty. I know ...
  A: Sorry it took so long to get back to you. I hope your dog is feeling better by now, but it sounds ...
tinting fur10/18/2009
  Q: I would like to know what kind of color is used on poodles when they tint their hair with flamboyant ...
  A: If you use the right products on your dog, its perfectly fine as long as you follow the directions. ...
SICK POODLE10/18/2009
  Q: MY SIX YEAR OLD POODLE (MINI 9 POUNDS)IS ACTING AS THOUGH HE HAS BEEN SCARED BY SOMETHING,HIDING ...
  A: If your dog is still acting like this today, you might think about contacting your Vet. Your dog ...
Rescued Mini Poodle and Alarming Behavior Change10/18/2009
  Q: Rescued a 15mos. female poodle. Knew breeder and found history. There are no problems with her ...
  A: It just sounds like this dog is trying to settle in to your routine and you can't expect her to just ...
Plucking of the ears...10/18/2009
  Q: I had never known they "plucked" hair out of my little Teddies ears until I got to the groomers ...
  A: I am sorry to hear about what happened to Teddy. It sounds like it was unnecessary and not right on ...
Toy Poodle Breeding10/15/2009
  Q: How many pups can I expect from my 1 1/2 year old puppy? She is in good health, and in her second ...
  A: An average size litter for a Toy Poodle is from 2-4 give or take. Though I tend to suggest that ...
tail docking/dew claws new born10/13/2009
  Q: how do we properly do at home?can u specify where exactly on the tail of new born that needs to be ...
  A: The best way to do the dew claws is to get a hemostat and pinch the dewclaw off as close to the skin ...
brown poodle10/13/2009
  Q: hi kim i own a new puppy brown standard is it true that all brown poodles loose their color to a ...
  A: No, not necessarily. It will depend on your dogs breeding and background as to how much your dog ...
poodle skin problems10/9/2009
  Q: Zac is a 6 year old mini poodle,over the last 12 months has developed very dry skin,dull coat, ...
  A: Here is the recipe again even though you have seen it. I made changes on it that might benefit your ...
toy poodle growling10/8/2009
  Q: My toy poodle gave birth two weeks ago and she has started barking and growling at everyone. She ...
  A: Your dog is taking possession of these puppies and letting everyone know that they are her puppies ...
toy poodle10/7/2009
  Q: My 11 yr old poodle, Joannie, started acting strange about 4 days ago. The first day she started ...
  A: I am sorry for your dogs condition. I wish I could be of more help, but it sounds like your dog has ...
Breeding10/6/2009
  Q: Iam trying to breed my female dog. She is not pure poodle but she has some in her. The male i would ...
  A: As long as your dog is healthy and in good condition, she should be ok to be bred. Do make sure ...
toy poodle and new baby10/6/2009
  Q: I have a toy poodle puppy and just found out a few weeks ago I am pregnant. I don't want to get rid ...
  A: Your dog shouldn't be a problem with your child as long as you work with your dog now and teach ...
toy poodle10/5/2009
  Q: My 11 yr old poodle, Joannie, started acting strange about 4 days ago. The first day she started ...
  A: It sounds like your dog has either had a stroke or a seizure. There isn't really anything you can ...
Toy Poodle Problems10/5/2009
  Q: My toy poodle is about a year and a half old. He has been "mostly" potty trained since he was a ...
  A: Try putting him in his crate for about 10 minutes after you bring him inside. After he comes out of ...
weight issues-standard poodle10/4/2009
  Q: My standard poodle is unweight from when i bought the dog. he seems very happy and the vet told me ...
  A: I have a diet in mind that will help your dog gain some weight. You might also try feeding him some ...
how much to feed a toy poodle10/2/2009
  Q: My toy poodle is just over eight pounds and is 5 years old. I have been feeding only dry food and ...
  A: It is totally up to you at this point if your dog is eating well on her own. You can add things ...
Yorkie-poo coat9/30/2009
  Q: I have a 4 month old yorkie-poo. Her hair on her face/head/neck/& chest is curly and real pretty. ...
  A: Due to the fact that your dog has both Poodle and Yorkie in her, she may have two different coat ...
2yr old Standard Poodle Underweight9/28/2009
  Q: I adopted a standard poodle, male, intact, and he is dramatically underweight. His hip bones, spine, ...
  A: I have a diet in mind that will help your dog gain some weight. You might also try feeding him some ...
Maltese in heat9/27/2009
  Q: The female is 9 months old and the male is 17 months old. They weigh the same. My male has 1 toy ...
  A: In most normal heat cycles (which comes about every 6 months or so), the female will start bleeding ...
Toy pooldle breeding9/25/2009
  Q: What is the normal length of time for poodles to be stuck together? Is it better to put them in a ...
  A: Your female should start bleeding when she starts her heat, and 9-11 days in she should be ready to ...
Knee surgergy or injections???9/25/2009
  Q: My mini poodle JOJO is 6 yrs. old and has had bad joints since very young. He takes a pill for it ...
  A: Sorry it took so long to answer your question. I would suggest the surgery because even though its ...
gimpy left hind leg9/22/2009
  Q: Our two year old 9 lb. female spayed poodle has recently been running three-legged when arising from ...
  A: I am not a Vet so this is only my opinion, but it sounds like a nerve thing to me. She could be ...
8 mos. old miniature poodle not yet housetrained9/21/2009
  Q: Please, oh please tell us how to properly train our precious male miniature poodle. He has been ...
  A: The first thing that I can recommend to you is the Belly Band for Male dogs. It is a band that goes ...
Poodles with strangers9/20/2009
  Q: I take my standard poodle to work. We have a very small office with an entry way with a sofa. The ...
  A: Socialization is very important for making a happy and friendly dog. It sounds like your girl is ...
It this fur thing normal?9/19/2009
  Q: I'm a native Texas living in China...I'm new to the poodle world and new to the dog world too...Last ...
  A: First off, Welcome to the Wide World of Poodles, and congradulations on Kobe. I can tell you for ...
Doggy Breath9/18/2009
  Q: What can I do for doggy breath for my little lb. poodle. I brush her teeth every morning with doggy ...
  A: Doggie breath is a hard condition to deal with. The best thing you can do is to give your dog ...
My poodle acts like it hurts to rub or scratch her body9/17/2009
  Q: My female poodle acts like it hurts to rub her or scratch her any where except her head & ears. This ...
  A: Sorry I didn't understand your question good enough. I have more information this time. Thanks. ...
2 yr old toy poodles (sisters) potty training9/17/2009
  Q: I have 2 sisters toy poodles. They usually use the puppy pads, but lately, they go outside use the ...
  A: I have been raising puppies for along time and I know how flusterating it can be getting a dog to be ...
Single Miniature Poodle Pup Litter9/17/2009
  Q: Do you have any information/statistics on single miniature poodle litters ... health, life span, ...
  A: There should be no problems with your puppy. Though rare, actually he would have had it better in ...
My poodle acts like it hurts to rub or scratch her body9/16/2009
  Q: My female poodle acts like it hurts to rub her or scratch her any where except her head & ears. This ...
  A: I am not sure that I know what could be causing this other than maybe an allergic reaction to ...
Poodle with diarrhea9/16/2009
  Q: I have a 7 month old poodle and recently she's started having diarrhea. Other than the diarrhea she ...
  A: You can give your dog either Kao Pectate or Pepto Bismol. You didn't say how big she is, but if she ...
Poodle9/15/2009
  Q: I have a poodle she is scratching biting has a rash i am taking her back to the vet for the 3rd time ...
  A: It is very likely that your dog may have allergies to something, though I couldn't tell you what. ...
tiny tea cup poodle house training9/14/2009
  Q: My tiny tea cup poodle, age 6 mo., 1lb. 13 oz. poops and wees in crate at night. She is fine during ...
  A: I would keep her on the 3 feedings a day if you are trying to fatten her up some. Keep her in her ...
poodle ear plucking9/13/2009
  Q: Is there a painless way to pluck the hair out of the ears? I am hoping there might be some topicle ...
  A: Though it sounds like she is in quite a bit of pain, its actually not as painful as it seems. Its ...
Re: potty training and pee pads9/13/2009
  Q: Kim, You provided detailed information to the question about getting the poodle retrained to potty ...
  A: Not at all, feel free to take her outside as well, and what you can do is take her potty pad outside ...
Stomach pain9/12/2009
  Q: From the first week I bought my son poodle, he had stomach problems. Often he sounds as though he ...
  A: I am not a Vet so I am not familiar with these drugs, but I did look them up and found that Betamox ...
toy poodle9/11/2009
  Q: How will I know when my toy poodle is in heat, I was told that it is hard to tell when toy poodles ...
  A: The best thing you can do if you want to know that your girl is in heat is to first shave her valva ...
I rescued a standard poodle and need advice9/10/2009
  Q: I rescued a standard poodle that has been nearly starved and abused. Her hair was so matted and she ...
  A: When introducing your dog to a new situation, go slowly and don't rush. Bring something with your ...
wet dog food?9/9/2009
  Q: I have a standard poodle, and saw in another answer posted that wet dog food was considered better ...
  A: Actually, I perfer it if dogs will eat dry food over wet food. With dry food, the dog has to crunch ...
neutering9/9/2009
  Q: We have a 3 year old standard girl who has been spayed . We have just introduced a male standard ( ...
  A: There is a big controversy over getting a dog neutered or not. While it can curb some behaviors ...
Poodle Temper9/9/2009
  Q: I have a 5 year old miniature poodle and he seems to have some real temper problems. He growls most ...
  A: First off, you might consider getting your dog neutered if he isn't already. It might help some ...
Toy poodle housebreaking9/8/2009
  Q: My wife and I have a 1 year old toy poodle (Molly). She is well behaved and very good with other ...
  A: You are going to have to re-train your dog to potty on the pads and not the floor. To do this ...
can poodles get human head lice?9/8/2009
  Q: I've read that human head lice are species specific, and are not carried by dogs. Does this also ...
  A: No, your dog should be ok and not at risk of getting the lice. You can bathe your dog just as a ...
Fear Aggression/Standard Poodle9/7/2009
  Q: Charlie, 4 year old unfixed standard,male, has been rejected by his latest groomer ( Big Box Pet ...
  A: First off, don't get rid of your dog unless you want to get rid of him. You have to be the boss of ...
mini poodle9/7/2009
  Q: My dog won't eat his food what should I do?
  A: You didn't give me much information such as; "He hasn't eaten since Sunday" or "He has never been a ...
Toy Poodle Sick9/7/2009
  Q: Last night my almost 1yr old toy poodle began vomiting, and its gone on all day. Dry heaves ...
  A: First off, sorry for your loss, and my Condolences. Your dog could be reacting to the stress of ...
Hair color change and horrible odor9/6/2009
  Q: I read the question about the hair color change. My sophie is a toy poodle and will be 12 years old ...
  A: There could be a couple of reasons that your dog has such an offensive odor and is changing color. ...
Standard poodle pup9/6/2009
  Q: My Standard Pup Rufino is now 5 months old and has been on Wysong growth dog food. When should I ...
  A: Sounds like your puppy is growing into a handsome, loving, young adult. I'll bet he has a bit of aa ...
Poodle9/6/2009
  Q: I have a toy poodle that is almost 10 years old, she is a female. This week she started walking with ...
  A: It sounds like your dog has had an epileptic seizure. Seizures can attack a dog for a number of ...
miniature poodles9/6/2009
  Q: how long does a female remain in heat and how long is the gestation period?
  A: A female is usually in Breeding heat for about 2-3 weeks. During the first 9 days or so you will ...
My poodle scratches constantly...9/3/2009
  Q: Good Morning, I have a parti poodle that weighs around 14 pounds. She is almost 4 years old. We ...
  A: I looked up the Temaril-P and it looks like it is a stroid that helps control the inflammation and ...
Breeding: Toy Poodles9/3/2009
  Q: Good day I was wondering if you perhaps could tell me on which age Toy Poodles can start to breed? ...
  A: Actually, whoever told you this was wrong and that information could hurt your dog. 6 months old ...
My poodle scratches constantly...9/2/2009
  Q: Good Morning, I have a parti poodle that weighs around 14 pounds. She is almost 4 years old. We ...
  A: Dogs can have allergies to about the same things as people can and scratching is one sign that they ...
running with poodle puppy9/2/2009
  Q: I have a 5 month old small standard poodle puppy. I started running with him and we go a little ...
  A: The surface that your dog is running on would be a key factor in determining if your dog can run ...
when is the best time to mate8/31/2009
  Q: I have a 2.5yrs old female who has never been bred before. I am planning to breed her. She is now ...
  A: I would stick with going to the Stud at day 10 and 12. The sperm can stay active for about a day, ...
poodles loosing hair8/31/2009
  Q: To elaborate on a previously answered question from another inquirer, I have two who are loosing ...
  A: I would say that the main reason for the hair loss would be the frequent groomings. Since both dogs ...
Is my puppy a toy poodle or not?8/30/2009
  Q: I bought a black male toy poodle at 7/8 weeks old. He is now 5 months old. He is the best dog we ...
  A: Since your Poodle puppy is so young yet, he is going to have puppy hair rather than his adult coat. ...
poodle color8/29/2009
  Q: my poodle is 14 weeks old and black with a white chest and chin. the rest of him has a brown tinge ...
  A: First off, if you have pictures of your puppy, I would like to see them and I would be better able ...
Poodle hair changing color8/28/2009
  Q: I have a cream standard. he's almost 2 years old. He's growing a lot of brownish hair on his back ...
  A: What is happening is your dog is getting Apricot highlights in his coat. Cream Poodles tend to have ...
My poodle has a large heart....8/27/2009
  Q: My poodle has a large heart and she is 14 years old, about 5lbs. I am aware that it is important to ...
  A: Though your heart is in the right place, the wet foods that are sold in grocery stores contain alot ...
puppy food8/27/2009
  Q: I'm purchasing a standard poo pup, he is a very light cream but the breeder told me that he starting ...
  A: There are alot of good foods out there for puppies so you need to be smart when choosing a food for ...
dry skin/saliva8/26/2009
  Q: Rescued a 5 yo std poodle 6 weeks ago. For his dry skin I am giving MSM pill and cream. Any ...
  A: No Problem, its good to know that my expertise is helping someone make themselves a better dog ...
puppy color8/26/2009
  Q: I'm purchasing a standard poo pup, he is a very light cream but the breeder told me that he starting ...
  A: While it is true that the puppy may darken (a little) there is a good chance that he will be lighter ...
why my poodle smells8/25/2009
  Q: I have a male black toy poodle. He is a great dog but he has a bad odor to him I can give him a bath ...
  A: I know of dogs that get this way, and I am not sure what causes it. I know there are a few things ...
2nd dog - should I get one?8/24/2009
  Q: I have a 11 month toy poodle (boy). He's quite curious and well behaved - and also quite active. ...
  A: I think it would be a great idea to introduce a new puppy into the family. It will give your dog a ...
dry skin/saliva8/24/2009
  Q: Rescued a 5 yo std poodle 6 weeks ago. For his dry skin I am giving MSM pill and cream. Any ...
  A: The brown rice is more healthy than the white rice. White rice doesn't contain much nutritional ...
t cup poodle8/23/2009
  Q: but 2 problems, he yaps if we leave him only for a couple of hours can we do something about this we ...
  A: What needs to happen with this dog is that you and your husband are going to have to make your dog ...
yomiting8/21/2009
  Q: My 3yr old toy poodle has been vomiting his food(whole) about 5 min after eating off and on for 1 ...
  A: Your dog might be eating his food too fast, or might be ingesting air with his food that will cause ...
dry skin/saliva8/21/2009
  Q: Rescued a 5 yo std poodle 6 weeks ago. For his dry skin I am giving MSM pill and cream. Any ...
  A: Here is a diet that you might try with your dog. It is healthy and has vitamins and minerals that ...
lump on dogs neck8/20/2009
  Q: my 12 yr old pug has a hard lump on the right side of his neck. fairly large-does not seem to be ...
  A: Lumps or benign tumors on older dogs bodies are very common in dogs and they tend to not affect the ...
Protective Toy Poodle8/20/2009
  Q: My girlfriend has an addorable toy poodle, but he is too protective and aggressive when anybody ...
  A: What needs to happen with this dog is that your girlfriend is going to have to make her dog stop ...
Poodle face8/20/2009
  Q: I have a 1 year old white and apricot toy poodle. I groom her myself but every time I shave her ...
  A: The light colored dogs are prone to sensitive skin and can get more irritated than normal. You ...
My dog's eating habits8/19/2009
  Q: I have a toy poodle almost 5 years old. He is very selective about what he eats. He will not eat ...
  A: First off, don't give in and give your dog food from the table or from your plate, unless you give ...
Poodles/Bumps8/17/2009
  Q: I have a miniature toy poodle. He is about 6 years old. For many years he has had one cyst like bump ...
  A: These bumps are just bumps that dogs get as they get older. I call them age spots. They are just ...
male fertility and age8/17/2009
  Q: I have a black male toy poodle aged 11 and a chocolate female coming up for a year old. I would like ...
  A: Your male should be ok to breed your girl. It depends on the dog as to how long they can remain ...
Poodle Paws8/17/2009
  Q: I have a min. Poodle. He is about 10yrs. In the last year his paws look like they got Webbed. they ...
  A: Poodles naturally have webbed feet as they were bred to be water retrievers, but they shouldn't hurt ...
Standard Poodle growth prediction8/17/2009
  Q: we adopted a cream male standard poodle in May. He had been rescued from a puppy mill at about 4 ...
  A: It Is kind of hard predicting how filled out a dog will be if you don't know the dogs background, ...
Straight hair patch on my toy poodle.8/15/2009
  Q: Recently our poodle developed a large bald patch on the back of her neck. The vet said she could see ...
  A: The reason that your dogs hair grew back like that is because when a dog gets an injury or damages ...
breeding mini/toy poodles8/13/2009
  Q: I have an 8 month old female mini poodle and a six month old male toy poodle. I have just become ...
  A: Your female needs to mature before she has puppies. 2 is the general age to start breeding, because ...
Poodle behaviour8/11/2009
  Q: We have two miniature poodles who are both 1 year of age. They both sleep inside on our beds. ...
  A: When you leave your dogs alone, be sure that they are in a secure location such as a large crate or ...
Could my toy poodle have brain damage?8/11/2009
  Q: I have a 1 and a half year toy poodle and ever since I've gotten her we have been calling her lolly ...
  A: She could have some kind of neurological problem going on with her. Since you probably don't know ...
Stomach pain8/11/2009
  Q: From the first week I bought my son poodle, he had stomach problems. Often he sounds as though he ...
  A: He sounds like he has some kind of digestive disorder. You first might try giving him some ...
bald spot on my miniature poodle8/10/2009
  Q: My miniature poodle is three years old and has never had a problem with her skin before. She has a ...
  A: Though I won't be able to give you a clear diagnosis because I can't see your dogs spot, I can ...
wake up at night8/10/2009
  Q: Mu poodle wakes up 2 times at night, at 24 and 4am.. is this because he has only 5 weeks? I didnt ...
  A: One thing you can do for your young dog is to put a tick tock clock in his crate (or wherever he ...
not drinking8/7/2009
  Q: My 6 month old poodle got his routine grooming on yesterday. When we got home I noticed he was ...
  A: Your dogs leg is probably sore from being cut, and she probably doesn't want to use it much until it ...
snorting8/6/2009
  Q: My 1 1/2 year old female toy poodle sometimes has "snorting" fits. It sounds like she has a hairball ...
  A: I don't think that what your dog has now is the same thing as the dog who died from the Heart ...
6 year old Poodle growling and snapping8/6/2009
  Q: I just acquired a 6 year old male Poodle -- not fixed. From head to floor, he stands about 12 - 15 ...
  A: While getting your dog neutered is good for the dog if you don't plan to breed him, I don't think it ...
toy poodles fighting8/6/2009
  Q: I have three toy poodles who have been together for three years with no problem. I took the older ...
  A: You didn't say which dog of your is the Boss Dog, but I can assume that it is probably not the older ...
Std. Poodle stressed from grooming8/6/2009
  Q: We have our first family dog...an almost 2 yr. old Std. Poodle, white, male. He gets a lot of ...
  A: I don't think this is normal at all. Your dog is stressing out because he doesn't want to go to the ...
Urinating in crate8/5/2009
  Q: I have a female toy poodle puppy that is 15 weeks old. She is doing very well with potty training, ...
  A: It is probably that your dog just hasn't gotten full control of her bladder yet. Dogs usually get ...
frequent gagging, throw-ups8/2/2009
  Q: We are owners of our second standard poodle, and I foolishly hoped that our first dog's frequent ...
  A: Some Poodles tend to have sensitive stomachs and are prone to vomiting after they eat. It can be ...
tail trouble after grooming7/31/2009
  Q: The last two times we have groomed our toy poodle she comes home and walks sideways with her tail ...
  A: Chances are it could be irritation caused by being shaved close around her rear. The skin around ...
Poodle Coat Color7/30/2009
  Q: I got my toy poodle when he was 8 weeks old and he was a pretty apricot color. When I took him to ...
  A: Your groomer should have just scissored your dog rather than shaving him like she did. Your dogs ...
temper7/30/2009
  Q: do they tend to have a bad temper and tend to stay close to just one person.
  A: No, most Poodles have a great temperment and love everyone. You DO have to be picky about where you ...
General poodle temperament7/29/2009
  Q: I had recently developed a sudden facination for poodles and I am intereste in adopting one but I ...
  A: I would say that both people are kind of correct. Poodles (all varieties) in general tend to be ...
Toy Poodle7/29/2009
  Q: My toy poodle seems to have something going on with his penis. I looked at it yesterday and it was ...
  A: This is actully normal and not a big problem. He most likely got excited (as with most males, ...
Color of my poodle7/29/2009
  Q: Are there ever blue poodles with black faces? My poodle was 12 weeks old when I got him, he was ...
  A: Due to your description of your dogs color, I would be pretty sure that he is a Blue. I also have a ...
Standard Poodle7/29/2009
  Q: I have a standard poodle that loves to run in house and chase (and chew) on my small dog. He is 1 ...
  A: Your dog is being dominate over the little dog and could very well hurt the little guy if the other ...
tumor7/27/2009
  Q: we believe my miniature poodle has a tumor on his stomach. it has grown very fast. i am afraid that ...
  A: Since I can't see your dog or evaluate him from here, I would say that a trip to your Vet would be ...
Neutering7/26/2009
  Q: I rescured a Mini poodle that was found, neutered at 5 years old, teeth removed due to decay and ...
  A: Since you don't know alot about this dogs past, it will be hard to know if his skittish-ness is due ...
flea baths for pregnant miniature toy poodles7/25/2009
  Q: I have a pregnant miniature toy poodle and i'm pretty sure she has fleas. i want to get rid of them ...
  A: Using the shampoo on your dog would not harm the puppies if you don't keep the shampoo on the dog ...
problem...7/25/2009
  Q: i have a toy poodle and i have problem training him to go to toilet...so i decided to train him on ...
  A: Those stains are due to chemicals in your dogs saliva or tears mixing with chemicals in the hair. ...
toy poodles7/25/2009
  Q: I have a toy poodle she's two years old. Had her first litter of puppies 14 weeks ago, which have ...
  A: Actually, females come into heat on average every 6 months, or twice a year. They can sometimes ...
female shihtzu mating with male poodle7/24/2009
  Q: I am trying to get an immature male poodle to mate with a female shihtzu. Is there anything I can do ...
  A: I am not sure how much you know about breeding, but the female has to be in heat before the male ...
Bernie7/23/2009
  Q: I have been told that you should not shave your standard poodle until after his adult coat comes in ...
  A: Actually, its the other way around. If you shave your dog early his adult coat will start to come ...
toy poodles7/23/2009
  Q: we purchase a toy poodle and it seems our peaches is going to be a mini-poodle, is it possible that ...
  A: Unfortunately breeding between Miniature and Toy Poodles happens all too frequently. What you get ...
Poodle7/21/2009
  Q: I just adopted a Poodle 1 week ago she is scratching and her hair is falling out when i got her she ...
  A: She can stay on the benedryl until the problem clears up. This will either be until you find a food ...
Poodle7/21/2009
  Q: I just adopted a Poodle 1 week ago she is scratching and her hair is falling out when i got her she ...
  A: Your dog could have allergies and is scratching because of it. Dogs can have allergies to the same ...
problem...7/20/2009
  Q: i have a toy poodle and i have problem training him to go to toilet...so i decided to train him on ...
  A: The first thing you need to do is estabolish a place where you want to put the pads. Keep them ...
projected size of my mini poodles7/19/2009
  Q: My puppy was 3-lbs at eight weeks old the mom and dad are on the smaller side. What is the ...
  A: My size projection is based on the average size of a Miniature Poodle, not just on your dogs size ...
projected size of my mini poodles7/19/2009
  Q: My puppy was 3-lbs at eight weeks old the mom and dad are on the smaller side. What is the ...
  A: If your dog is about 3 lbs now, I project his adult size to be around 20-22 lbs and around 12" at ...
im worried7/17/2009
  Q: my 8 yr old toy poodle has had mild seizures on n off for the past couple yrs. the first time we ...
  A: It sounds like it was a mild form of the seizure, but I haven't seen one like that go on for hours ...
Std Poodle Weak Rear Legs7/16/2009
  Q: I apologize if you have answered this question before but I didn't see my exact problem asked. I ...
  A: You might think about getting him on some Glucosamine and Chondroitin, which will help will ...
my 16 yr old female pappilon7/15/2009
  Q: she seems to go through month long periods or even longer of constant licking of her underside and ...
  A: You need to make sure that what she is expressing is really milk and not something worse like ...
poodle size7/14/2009
  Q: Do you know of a reputable breeder in New England who has relatively small standards? Say 18-20 inch ...
  A: The reason that I assume that she might have smaller Standards is that alot of breeders that have ...
poodle size7/14/2009
  Q: Do you know of a reputable breeder in New England who has relatively small standards? Say 18-20 inch ...
  A: I did a little searching and here is what I pulled up. I think they are in Mass, rather than NE, ...
Poodle will not play7/13/2009
  Q: I purchased a year old poodle who had spent most of his life in a kennel. I have had him for 2 days ...
  A: The first step is to give the dog a chance to get to know your place a bit more before asking him to ...
Toy Poodle7/12/2009
  Q: MY poodle is 6yrs. old and just recently he has started having diffcutly jumping up on the sofa and ...
  A: Since I can't physically see your dog, I can only guess as to what might be wrong with your dog. It ...
descended testicle7/12/2009
  Q: My 1 1/2 year old cockapoo has a descended testicle, the one testicle that he has is very small, Is ...
  A: Ok, I am confussed here. You say that your dog has a descended testicle, yet you also mention HIM ...
male toy poodle fertility7/10/2009
  Q: Could you please tell me when male dogs become fertile?
  A: Most male dogs start getting their sperm around 6-9 months of age. With males, you don't have to ...
mating.7/10/2009
  Q: i have a full maltese and my friend has a shih poo(toy poodle and shitzu mix). we have been trying ...
  A: If it has been more than 5-6 days since your female stopped bleeding, then she is probably out of ...
mating.7/9/2009
  Q: i have a full maltese and my friend has a shih poo(toy poodle and shitzu mix). we have been trying ...
  A: Chances are that the female just isn't ready to be bred yet. Females will start their heat by ...
Poodle won't eat anything crunchy7/8/2009
  Q: I have a miniature poodle that is about three years old and she won't eat dry dog food, biscuits or ...
  A: Since your dog is picky (alot of toy Poodles are) and thats fairly common, try this recipe (along ...
standard poodle stud7/8/2009
  Q: I have a 1 yr old standard poodle male. Our female is in heat and flagging him, he is interested but ...
  A: Your female may not be in full breeding heat yet. Your female may be standing for him and flagging, ...
Dry hair7/6/2009
  Q: I have 2 toy poodles who are less than 1 year. I have a few questions. First is I was just ...
  A: You don't say whether they are brothers/sisters or not, but it really wouldn't matter that much ...
3 y/o Toy Poodle Falling Over7/6/2009
  Q: I have a Pedigree Male Toy Poodle, who is 3 years old this month. He was castrated last year. His ...
  A: It sounds like your dog has had a couple of small seizures rather than cramps. You might contact ...
breeding7/6/2009
  Q: i would like tomate my poodle she is 1yr when is a good time to mate her i was told with her 2nd ...
  A: Yes, your dog needs to be in heat (bleeding) in order to become pregnant. The female will start to ...
Bald Patch on Toy Poodle7/6/2009
  Q: My 4 year old black toy poodle developed a bald patch off center on the middle of his back about 1" ...
  A: It could have been the water, if it was very hot it could have damaged the hair follicles there. ...
TOY POODLE7/6/2009
  Q: My toy poodle is 55 days pregnant today and our male toy poodel continues sniffing her and tried to ...
  A: This is not too strange because as the puppies move around, they make room for each other and your ...
rescue standard poodle versus our cat7/4/2009
  Q: he is very good except for chasing our poor, now terrified, cat. what can we do
  A: One thing you need to do is to dominate this dog. When he does something that you don't want him to ...
aging miniature poodle7/4/2009
  Q: I have a 19 year old poodle (yes 19) and for the past 3 years he has declined to the point where he ...
  A: You are not alone in your dog issues as they pertain to an elderly dog. They sometimes have ...
poodles7/4/2009
  Q: they gave me a poodle and she is like conceited i don't know what to give herr help me please... ...
  A: Your dog is just picky (alot of toy Poodles are) and thats fairly common. Try this recipe (along ...
Breeding7/4/2009
  Q: I have a gorgeous chocolate brown male toy poodle who will be 1 yr old on 5th August. Is he ready ...
  A: Since your boy is 1 yrs old, he is old enough to father puppies. You should get him checked though ...
skin change7/3/2009
  Q: i have a 5 month old male poodle mix. about 2 weeks ago i started noticing that he was licking and ...
  A: Some dogs get this and I am not sure why. It is a skin issue, and can be helped with Prescription ...
Diet for seizures7/3/2009
  Q: I wrote recently regarding my small poodle who has seizures. I have started her on the diet that ...
  A: Any kind of spinach is good, but if you use canned, wash it under cold water to get some of the salt ...
Toy Poodle seems to be going deaf7/2/2009
  Q: Our 13 year old toy poodle doesn't respond to us unless we yell loud at her. Do you think she may ...
  A: It could be a combo of both. Get an appointment with your Groomer to have the hair removed from his ...
My 19 week old poodle doesnt want to eat7/1/2009
  Q: I've been having problems with my puppy because he doesn't want to eat his food, I've tried a lot of ...
  A: Try this recipe (along with dry food if he will eat it) as it will provide Vitamins and Minerals ...
Vomiting7/1/2009
  Q: Our 3.5 months old standard poodle pupy suddenly started to have problems digesting food. He would ...
  A: You might try a high quality puppy food such as Bil-Jac, Nutro Natural Choice Puppy, Chicken Soup ...
TOY POODLE7/1/2009
  Q: My toy poodle is 55 days pregnant today and our male toy poodel continues sniffing her and tried to ...
  A: You can see and feel the babies moving around day 45. She is right on schedule and nothing to worry ...
poodle colours when breeding7/1/2009
  Q: Hi i have a toy white female and a brown toy male he comes from mainly brown breeding and she is ...
  A: I have a webpage that will tell you more about color breeding than I can, but since you would be ...
TOY POODLE7/1/2009
  Q: My toy poodle is 55 days pregnant today and our male toy poodel continues sniffing her and tried to ...
  A: Aren't all males like that? :) Yes, its normal for the male to want to mount her because her ...
breeding6/30/2009
  Q: i would like tomate my poodle she is 1yr when is a good time to mate her i was told with her 2nd ...
  A: Actually I just answered a question about this. You should wait to breed your dog until she is at ...
Breeding6/30/2009
  Q: Is a 5 month old poodle too young to breed? When is the appropiate time for a poodle to breed?
  A: YES YES YES!! You should never breed any dog until they are at least 2 yrs old. A dog that is ...
My standard poodle smells6/29/2009
  Q: i just got two standard poodles and they smell all the time. We have to wash them once a week maybe ...
  A: Try the recipe for removing Skunk Smell off a dogs coat. 1/2 bottle of Hydrogen Peroxide 2 ...
Standard poodles behaviour6/29/2009
  Q: My mom just bought a 5 year poodle from the SPCA and I have 3 year old twins. How is this dog going ...
  A: Most Poodles love kids and do really well around them, especially the Standard Poodles. Be sure ...
Digestive/stomach problems6/29/2009
  Q: My toy poodle is 12 years and has always had an issue where she will stop eating for a day, her ...
  A: I would at least call your Vet about this and see what they have to say. There could be a number of ...
Poodle skin problem6/29/2009
  Q: I have a poodle cross rescue dog.He is five and very active. He is a very fussy eater and only ...
  A: If your dog will only eat chicken, you might try this recipe to see if you can get him to eat a bit ...
Best dog food for poodle6/27/2009
  Q: what is the best dog food for poodle. I have tried puppy chow and kibble n bits.
  A: The best foods for dogs are foods that are made with natural products that that contain Meat as the ...
My Toy Poodle6/26/2009
  Q: I have a 3 month old toy poodle, who whimpers and bits his behind most times after pooping. He has ...
  A: It sounds like your puppy could have full anal glands. You will need to take him to either his ...
poodle coat6/26/2009
  Q: I have a miniature poodle that will be 10 weeks on Monday. It is all white except her ears which is ...
  A: Well, actually both answers are correct. If you shave your dog now, it will start the curly hair ...
13 week old Standard Poodle Puppy6/25/2009
  Q: Okay I have 2 questions. I am considering buying another Standard. I already have one and she is a ...
  A: I felt the same way with the colors as you and I have been breeding Poodles for over 10 years. What ...
13 yrs old - normal aging symptoms?6/24/2009
  Q: I have a poodle that I adopted about 3 yrs ago. Since she returned from the kennel about 2 weeks ...
  A: The reduction in hearing and the extra sleeping is common, but the disorientation isn't normal. ...
breeding6/23/2009
  Q: I have a standard poodel, and a friend of mine has the male, which is the brother of mine, from a ...
  A: Even though these dogs are out of different litters, they are still brother and sister, therefore it ...
ongoing ear infections6/22/2009
  Q: I have 2 standards, ages 2 and 3, that have frequent ear infections. Is there a dog food that may ...
  A: I feel your pain in the ear department. I have 4 Std Poodles, and that is 8 ears to look after. I ...
Mini poodle potty question6/21/2009
  Q: I have a mini poodle who is potty trained, but lately her routine has completely changed. In the ...
  A: Since she has changed her routine, change yours some also. Instead of letting her out in the ...
Male Toy Poodle6/19/2009
  Q: I have a poodle (buster) who is 14months old. If i wanted to him to mate w/ female (i guess make him ...
  A: The best way for you to advertise your boy for Stud is to put an ad in the paper to let people know ...
poodle cross howling6/18/2009
  Q: I have a 5 year old poodle-cockerspaniel cross who has suddenly started howling a lot when we are ...
  A: It could be that he/she is just board in the house all day and has picked up this bad habit. Try ...
Standard Poodle Litters6/18/2009
  Q: I have heard that when purchasing a puppy (we are interested in a brown male Standard Poodle) that ...
  A: Thats not always true that you not purchase a females first litter. If the breeder breeds the ...
Poodle licking and gaging6/17/2009
  Q: My 2 year old standard poodle just started licking the carpet, blankets etc... when he lays down and ...
  A: I am not sure what could be causing your dog to lick like this. It could be that he has something ...
runny eyes6/16/2009
  Q: I have had two litters of maltipoos. Both litters, at least one pup suffered from runny eyes and ...
  A: Some puppies will outgrow the runny eyes, some won't. It depends on what is causing the runny eyes. ...
First heat cycle6/15/2009
  Q: I have a healthy 15 month old Standard Poodle and she hasn't had her first heat yet. From what I've ...
  A: Its not so uncommon for a female to be late with their first heat, or to miss it altogether. I ...
Toy Poodle6/11/2009
  Q: I feel like a new mother. I just adopted a retired 4 year old poodle from a breeder and I ...
  A: Congratulations on your new adoption. First,depending on how long ago you got her, she might just ...
disoriented old mini poodle6/11/2009
  Q: My boy is 15-1/2 years old, and has quite bad arthritis. He also had encephalitis almost 3 years ...
  A: There are several suggestions I can give you for your boy. To help with the peeing in the house, ...
re: how much do i feed per dog.6/11/2009
  Q: i read your reply about stinky dogs. i am having the same problem with my 3 rescued toys. i will do ...
  A: I would first try mixing just a couple of teaspoons in with their dry food. You could also give ...
how much water is enough6/10/2009
  Q: I sometimes take care of a 14 yr old toy poodle (7 lbs) who has a loose trachea, and he coughs and ...
  A: I am not a Vet, so this is just my opinion, but I would say a dog needs more water than just a few ...
destruction6/8/2009
  Q: Honestly, can you suggest something that will help me with this dog? Marco is a male standard ...
  A: Well, your neighbor hit it on the head and so did you when you mentioned that he is still Puppy, and ...
shaking6/8/2009
  Q: Our toy poodle is 1 1/2 years old. She shakes constantly, even when sitting on our laps. I know we ...
  A: The shaking can be due to over-excitement about being around you, or nervousness to something, ...
Standard Poodle Puppy6/7/2009
  Q: I have a 9 week old standard poodle puppy and the owner use to feed him 4 cups of food a day. I ...
  A: For now, I would feed your dog 3 times a day if that works for you. I would feed him around 1 cup ...
Standard Poodle6/6/2009
  Q: I have a silver standard 7 month old female poodle. The vet says he thinks she may not get much ...
  A: Your dog should continue to grow until around 9 months to a year. They can fill out until they are ...
Toy Poodle6/5/2009
  Q: I have a male Chocolate Phantom toy poodle, now 6 months old and weighs 10 1/2 pounds. At what age ...
  A: Your boy should reach full height around 1-1 1/2 yrs of age and will fill out until at least that ...
Teacup Poodle Foot Fear6/3/2009
  Q: Our five and a half pound teacup poodle is a terrific dog. She's super well behaved and obedient but ...
  A: With the eating thing, don't give in to her game. She will eventually eat if she is hungry enough, ...
Sick puppy6/3/2009
  Q: My toy poodle is 8 weeks old. He as had his first shots and deworm. He was started on Pedigrees ...
  A: Your puppy is just reacting to the new food. Its ok for him to have the runny stool for a day or ...
Seizures6/2/2009
  Q: Is there a special diet I could feed my toy poodle (weighs 6 lbs) that might help with seizures? ...
  A: You might try this diet that I have suggested to other people with seizure dogs. It has vitamins ...
Moyens5/29/2009
  Q: I am confused as to what size a Moyen/Klein poodle is. The height thing just leaves an awfully lot ...
  A: I have been dealing with Poodles for over 30 years and have never heard of a Moyen/Klein Poodle. As ...
gagging throwing up, smelly miniature poodle}5/28/2009
  Q: I love your site!!!I recently was giving a min. black poodle and for the first day or two she ...
  A: The sound that your dog is making when she vomits isn't abnormal, but the fact that she is vomiting ...
gagging throwing up, smelly miniature poodle5/28/2009
  Q: I love your site!!!I recently was giving a min. black poodle and for the first day or two she ...
  A: One thing you can try with your dog to help her not throw up as much, and to help keep her eating ...
size of poodle & potty training5/28/2009
  Q: My husband and I purchased a "toy poodle" in apricot when it was 2 mths old so it was really small ...
  A: Your "Toy" Poodle may instead be a Miniature Poodle rather than a Standard Poodle. The Toy Poodle ...
7 year old toy poodle5/28/2009
  Q: my poodle has a few bumps on her skin. they feel like fatty tumors and do not have much size to ...
  A: Small, tumor like growths on the dogs skin are fairly common in Poodles as they age. They are ...
My 13 y/o standard poodle5/27/2009
  Q: my standard poodle Jazmin is 13 and has had a tumor on her left side for the last 3 years. It has ...
  A: Chances are that the tumor is probably not cancerous, since it has been there for 3 years. Since it ...
worms5/27/2009
  Q: Apparently, our 12 week STD poodle puppy has been tested positively for round and hook worms. Is ...
  A: I would go ahead and just use a Vet approved wormer for your puppy. I use a product called D-Worm ...
Standard female poodle5/26/2009
  Q: A friend's 16 year-old female poodle recently stopped going up familiar stairs, could not climb a ...
  A: It could be a number of things, anything from an illness, decreased sight, neurological issues, ...
breeding5/25/2009
  Q: Is it possible to breed a standard poodle (male large) to a Westiepoo (female small)and if so how is ...
  A: Both the actual breeding and the birth of the puppies, if the puppies are large due to the Std ...
Mini Poodle5/25/2009
  Q: I have a litter of mini parti poodles and one in the litter a male was born a blue and white...not ...
  A: Congrats on your litter. While I am no expert on the genes of Poodles and what makes different ...
HELP5/25/2009
  Q: Our poodle had an abnormally long seizure today and is throwing up a lot. What, if anything, can we ...
  A: Sorry to hear about your dogs seizure. I know from experience with my own Std Poodle that seizures ...
Toy Poodle of 18 months5/23/2009
  Q: My male toy poodle (Truffle) seems to be having a weak stomach. He has diarrhea about 3 times in ...
  A: Don't worry about your questions as I enjoy being able to help people help their pets. You can ...
lymphoma cancer in standard poodle5/23/2009
  Q: My standard poodle is 4 years old and was diagnosed with lymphoma. His lymphnodes were all swollen ...
  A: My condolences to you and your dog. I know how hard the diagnosis of cancer of any kind to a dog ...
breeding5/22/2009
  Q: Is it possible to breed a standard poodle (male large) to a Westiepoo (female small)and if so how is ...
  A: No, it is not wise to breed your Male Std with your WestiePoo. The difference in size could hurt ...
Skittish Toy Poodle5/22/2009
  Q: I have a 15 month old male parti-poodle (9 lbs) who has been extremely skittish and nervous since ...
  A: Your best bet is to take your boy out as much as possible and get him exposed to alot of different ...
Aggression5/22/2009
  Q: I have a tiny toy poodle who is hypoglycemic. The other day, he threw up clear white foam. I know ...
  A: I have heard of dogs acting like this before, but am not sure what causes this. It can be different ...
about my puppys5/20/2009
  Q: i have a female toy poodle and a male tea cup poodle and they had puppys on 5/14 and i want to know ...
  A: The typical age that puppies can leave their mother is 8 weeks of age. The longer they stay with ...
mini goldendoodle5/19/2009
  Q: I am interested in purchasing a mini goldendoodle. There is a breeder in Ontario who has been doing ...
  A: As long as the breeder is responsible and uses a smaller Retriever and an appropriate sized ...
Mini Poodle in Heat5/19/2009
  Q: I was wondering if this is my poodle's second heat at what point do I introduce her to the stud? Is ...
  A: Poodles are usually in heat for around 3 weeks. In the first week, you will see blood on your dogs ...
breeding toy poodles5/18/2009
  Q: my male is having trouble penetrating my female, he starts out fine but never enters, he ends up ...
  A: Your male sounds like many other male dogs that get over-excited when breeding and hit everything ...
standard poodles5/17/2009
  Q: does the color of the poodle have anything to do with the temperment.
  A: Here is an answer that I recently wrote to another person that asked about color/temperment. As for ...
Toy poodle puppies5/16/2009
  Q: My Mothers toy poodle is pregnant for the first time and we were wondering how many puppies they ...
  A: The average size litter for a Toy Poodle is around 2-3 puppies. Sometimes there can be more, but ...
Growth of Standard Poodle pup5/15/2009
  Q: I have a 9 1/2 month old female Standard Poodle puppy who has gotten a bit bigger than I thought ...
  A: More than just the parents, the genetic tree that is behind your dog will help determine how big ...
FEEDING5/11/2009
  Q: What tests do I need to do to breed my standard poodle? ANSWER: Hello Veronika, I went to the ...
  A: You might try soaking your dogs food in water before giving it to him if he is constipated. You can ...
Sickness5/11/2009
  Q: I just purchased a teacup poodle last night. He is 7 weeks old. He got sick on the way to our ...
  A: Your dog is probably just suffering from the adjustment of going from one home to another. Car ...
weight gain after 6 months of age5/11/2009
  Q: I have a toy poodle. She is 6 months old and has recently been spayed. She weighs about 2.8 kg. I ...
  A: She should have most of her height by 6 months of age, and will mainly need to fill out some. As ...
small standard poodle5/10/2009
  Q: I'll soon be retiring and am planning to get a poodle. Although I prefer the characteristics of the ...
  A: A Miniature Poodle may be just what you ordered. They range in size from 11"-to 15" at the shoulder ...
Is my Poodle in heat?5/10/2009
  Q: My Poodle is 5 months old. Is she too young to be in heat? She is constantly licking her genitalia. ...
  A: It sounds like your dog is "dying" her own fur by licking that area. Chemicals in the dogs saliva ...
Predicting adult conformation5/10/2009
  Q: Is there a puppy 'best age' predictor of conformation for standard poodles? You often hear people ...
  A: With Poodles being all different sizes and coming from a diverse range of genetic backgrounds, it is ...
temperament as it related to color5/7/2009
  Q: You mentioned to an other reader that you have noticed differences in temperament in standard ...
  A: To start, let me explain the difference between in-breeding and line breeding. Line breeding is ...
AKC5/7/2009
  Q: How can I register my poodle Sophie? Her mother is papered her father is not. Thank you Kathy
  A: In order to register a dog in most orginations, you need both parents to be registered first. If ...
potty training5/6/2009
  Q: We have just rescued a miniature female poodle from a poodle rescue.She is very shy and seems to be ...
  A: One of the best things you can try is to take her outside to her "green area" and walk her around ...
Std Poodle Puppy Hair does it change?5/6/2009
  Q: My year old STD poodle has very soft, curly hair. Someone with an 3yo poodle said that was puppy ...
  A: Since your dog is one year old now, you should start seeing the coat start to change any time. ...
Poodle Skin Color Change5/5/2009
  Q: I have a poodle who weights appx 7.5lbs and is 2yrs old. She is White with a little tip of Apricot ...
  A: There can be a number of reasons that your dogs skin will change color like that. It can be ...
Breeding5/5/2009
  Q: What tests do I need to do to breed my standard poodle?
  A: I went to the http://www.vipoodle.com site for this information. These are tests that your dog ...
having puppies5/4/2009
  Q: my poodle is 50days into having puppies she has acted a little different today i took her temp it ...
  A: Usually puppies come around day 63 or so. I have heard of them coming maybe a few days early, but ...
std poodle behavior/housebreaking5/3/2009
  Q: I just bought a 7month old std poodle female - she is a shy girl. I have had her 2 weeks now. She ...
  A: As to your dog getting to accept your husband, let him take over some of her care. You said that ...
Poodle changing Color5/3/2009
  Q: My dog, a cavapoo (cavalier king charles spaniel/poodle) has developed a white almost bristly patch ...
  A: I am not really sure what would cause your dog to develop this course patch of hair on his rump. ...
Nails5/3/2009
  Q: My toy poodle is 2 years old now and no matter how short I keep his nails trimmed, they still manage ...
  A: This could be due to genetics or his diet. He may need more keratin (which is what our bodies use ...
cycle5/2/2009
  Q: I have a poodle she is a year old she has already gone into heat she is finished,my question is how ...
  A: Most dogs will come into heat twice a year or once every 6 months or so, give or take a month. ...
new poodle mommie5/2/2009
  Q: I have a toy poodle who had 2 puppies. I'd like to know what is the best type of food she need's to ...
  A: As long as the food is a premium food and has real meat as a near the first ingredient, it should be ...
poodles5/1/2009
  Q: My 7 year old poodle has something on her spleen. The vets want to take her spleen out . This is ...
  A: Since I am not a Vet, I am probably not the best person to ask about this. I do know that people ...
MY MINI POODLE5/1/2009
  Q: I HAVE A MIN POODLE SHE IS GOING ON 3YRS AND MY MALE TOY POODLE GOT STUCK FOR THE FIRST TIME WITH ...
  A: It sounds like you are going to have puppies in 63 days. If you didn't think it was right, you ...
limping4/30/2009
  Q: i dont know what happened to her but molly is all of a sudden limping, she waits for me to pick her ...
  A: Since I am not a Vet and can't see your dog, you will need to evaluate your dog yourself and see ...
My puppy (minature poodle)4/29/2009
  Q: My poodle skin is very dark...You can see it under his belly and when I give him a bath the skin ...
  A: Sometimes medicines can cause the skin to change color, but other things can affect the skin color ...
In Season question4/29/2009
  Q: We are new poodle owners and understand the 'heat' cycle, however, just curious whether poodles (and ...
  A: Though I have had Std Poodles for many years, I have never had any of the females expirence ...
Red Stain on Vaginal area4/28/2009
  Q: I have a middle-aged white toy poodle who has developed a dark rust-like stain on her little wick ...
  A: It is most likely due to her licking her vaginal area, and the chemicals in her saliva mix with ...
Another question about my standard poodle4/27/2009
  Q: After our standard first year, she started having what appeared to be seizures. In the last two ...
  A: Sorry to hear about Javert's seizure. They are really horrible to watch. Yes, they are fairly ...
skin4/27/2009
  Q: just started noticing on my black mini poodles lower belly, that there is a patch of skin that is ...
  A: Because your dog is possibly suffering from allergies, you may want to go ahead and use a dog ...
birthing4/26/2009
  Q: .. K here goes, I have a gorgeous (aren't all poodles)white mini poodle approx 6-7 yrs old ( & ...
  A: Of course they are gorgeous, intelligent, loyal, and one of the best breeds you could ever ask for ...
Another question about my standard poodle4/26/2009
  Q: After our standard first year, she started having what appeared to be seizures. In the last two ...
  A: Sounds to me like your dogs have a genetic seizure condition since they are brother/sister and both ...
My standard licks her bed a lot4/26/2009
  Q: My white, standard female (3 years old) has started licking the material on her bed. I noticed that ...
  A: I am not sure about the reason dogs lick things like this. My parents have a dog that licks their ...
skin4/26/2009
  Q: just started noticing on my black mini poodles lower belly, that there is a patch of skin that is ...
  A: It could be a number of things that is causing her skin to turn black like that. It could be ...
Puppy Mill :(4/25/2009
  Q: I recently adopted a rescued teacup poodle from a Puppy Mill. He was brought to our vet clinic a few ...
  A: Start with the fact that he will go on a towel. If you want to teach him to go on papers, line his ...
party poodles4/24/2009
  Q: We recently purchased a "party poodle". We are curious as to wether or not it is cross-bred; ...
  A: A Parti Poodle is a color combination of one or more colors in a pure-bred Poodle. Parti refers to ...
Barking4/23/2009
  Q: How to train toy poodle not to bark very often or without a reason. I am going to get my puppy in ...
  A: The best way to teach your dog not to bark is first to teach him the "Bark" Command. When you play ...
Home cooked food for minature poodles4/21/2009
  Q: Great site! I have a female miniature poodle (age: 6 yrs). She is very unhealthy. I have spent a ...
  A: The gaging could be due to allergies, or something bothering her in her throat. It could also be ...
poodle4/15/2009
  Q: How many babies can a mother poodle born?
  A: This will depend first on the size of the dog. Toy Poodles usually will have anywhere from 2-4 ...
poodle colour4/14/2009
  Q: Is this normal for a silver female and an apricot male standard parents to be born a few silvers, a ...
  A: It is normal for Silvers, Blacks and Creams to be born into the same litter. Alot of breeders will ...
poodle behavior4/13/2009
  Q: my toy poodle is 3 years old and she has just started crying and scratching her bed or my sofa.she ...
  A: Being that I am not a Vet and can't see your dog, I can't diagnosis your dogs condition. It could ...
Black Patch Appearing on Muzzle4/13/2009
  Q: I have an apricot/cream 2yr old toy poodle. Just recently I noticed a small black patch appearing ...
  A: This could be a skin infection or a place where he got an injury. Even a minor injury (such as ...
potty accidents4/13/2009
  Q: I have a 1 and a half year old spayed female poodle. over the past 6 months she has been having ...
  A: There are a couple of things you can do that will help her. You didn't say when you feed her every ...
Puppy changing colour4/12/2009
  Q: He was dark brown when I got him at 8 weeks old, but he has since started to lighten considerably. ...
  A: Actually, its fairly common in a lot of breeds. Silver Poodles for example, are born black and turn ...
pregnant 7 year old poodle4/11/2009
  Q: yeah i was wondering if my grandmas dog who is an 7 year old poodle mix can have her babies and live ...
  A: Your dog should be ok giving birth to her puppies if she is healthy already. Make sure that you ...
When is it too cold to walk a teacup poodle4/11/2009
  Q: I just got a teacup poodle. She is paper trained but I would like to have her trained to potty ...
  A: Poodles can withstand fairly cold temperatures without ill-effect. If you are concerned about her ...
hair color/ skin pigment change4/10/2009
  Q: my standard poodle has a strange patch on the back of his head. his hair is almost gone and skin ...
  A: Sounds like your dog may have had an injury there or maybe a Hotspot. When a dog gets a skin injury ...
,dogs pupil4/10/2009
  Q: my miniature poodle,who is three years old has what looks like a piece of hair in his left eye. it ...
  A: If its a hair, you can take a damp paper towel and gently wipe across the eye to remove the hair. ...
Poodle balding4/9/2009
  Q: I received an email that the answer to my question was posted on this site...but I can't find it. ...
  A: I have never heard of a Poodle loosing hair around his skull area like you described before. It ...
curious toy poodle owner4/9/2009
  Q: how many pups does a toy poodle have in her first liter.
  A: A typical Toy Poodle litter is around 2-4 puppies, though this depends on how many eggs got ...
poodle picks up his plate4/7/2009
  Q: I have a rescue 4yr old toy male poodles. At feeding time he waits for my mom to fix his plate,at ...
  A: It could be alot of things that is causing your dog to do this, all of which are harmless. It could ...
irritated poodle ears4/7/2009
  Q: After being told that the inner ear hair of a poodle puppy was to be kept trimmed, I decided to trim ...
  A: The best thing that you can do to remove the hair from your dogs ears is your fingers. Pulling the ...
Poodle coat color4/7/2009
  Q: I have a 1 year old toy poodle and her coat is changing from when I got her at 6 weeks she was ...
  A: From what you described and from the picture, it looks like your girl is a Blue rather than a Black. ...
my poodle4/2/2009
  Q: I was just at the animal clinic and the doctor was saying that our Toy Poodle Miniature is under ...
  A: I wouldn't say that a 6 lb Toy Poodle is much underweight. An average Toy Poodle weights around ...
Car-ride quivers4/1/2009
  Q: We have the most fun-loving 2 year old mini Parti poodle but it is breaking my heart when I see her ...
  A: Sometimes when a dog looks out the window too long on a car ride, it does the same thing it does to ...
toy poodle4/1/2009
  Q: We just purchased a toy poodle puppy 9 weeks old and now her ears are sticking up. She only weighs ...
  A: Your dogs ears should lay down in a couple of weeks. The muscles need time to fully develop and ...
Poodle's stained paws4/1/2009
  Q: I have three white poodles, one has a reddish tint that started on her frt paws and now has moved tp ...
  A: The main reason that white dogs get reddish stains on their hair is because chemicals in the dogs ...
Grumpy Poodle3/31/2009
  Q: Why does my poodle become so grumpy when woken up?
  A: Dogs, like people, when sleeping soundly will enter REM sleep, also known as dream sleep or deep ...
Irregular heart beat in toy poodle3/31/2009
  Q: Our nearly two year-old rescue female toy is scheduled to be spayed on April 13. My husband is a ...
  A: In this instance, you would be better to ask your Vet about that than me. I know that most dogs can ...
Poodle with scab/tear stains3/24/2009
  Q: My 10 yr old 8lb poodle always has tear stains. I just wash her face occasionally and don't worry ...
  A: Yes, I would go ahead and pick it off so that it can start to heal. To make it come off easier, you ...
adult standard poodle3/24/2009
  Q: aweek ago we adopted an adult standard poodle. her previous owner was unhappy with how she did in ...
  A: My suggestion would be to feed her a cup of her dry food with this diet that I have created. It ...
adding a puppy3/24/2009
  Q: We just added a second black girl miniature puppy,now 12 weeks.Last night she tried to jump up onto ...
  A: Sounds like your dog is trying to show you that he is dominate over you and that he controls when ...
Poodle with scab/tear stains3/23/2009
  Q: My 10 yr old 8lb poodle always has tear stains. I just wash her face occasionally and don't worry ...
  A: It is not as common as a dog getting tears, but scabs due to the dried eyeball goo happen if you ...
Standard Poodle Size3/23/2009
  Q: I have a male standard poodle that is 6 months old. He currently weighes 34 lbs and is ...
  A: Yes, a picture would help me alot to determine if he will grow any more or not. Poodles usually ...
rust colored stain3/21/2009
  Q: I have a 2yr old white standard poodle that developed a rust colored stain. Our vet said the hair ...
  A: Your dog most likely had a Black parent in its background which is causing the stains. It could ...
Mini-Poodle3/20/2009
  Q: We just got a rescue poodle 2 years old, he is very timid and nervous, but has attached to me ...
  A: Congradulations on your new Poodle, with time I am sure he will adapt to your lifestyle and will ...
Poodle shedding3/20/2009
  Q: My toy poodle is shedding clumps of hair. We keep seeing little clumps of hair on the floor. Do you ...
  A: Poodles tend to shed a small amount and when they do it usually comes out in clumps that you are ...
timid 4 month old standard3/20/2009
  Q: I have a 4 month old standard that I bought a month ago. She goes to work with me every day in a ...
  A: When you approach someone, have your dog sit and then offer the person a treat to give to your dog. ...
growth3/19/2009
  Q: At what age is a standard poodle full grown?
  A: Most Poodles will get their full height around 1 yrs old, but will continue to fill out until they ...
colitis/IBS3/18/2009
  Q: I have a 13 year old toy poodle who has had diarrhea for the last 14 days.....we have had blood work ...
  A: Since you have already seen your Vet, about the only thing that I can suggest is to try Kao Pectate ...
dew claws and paw issues3/18/2009
  Q: I have a miniature 1 year old red poodle. He seems to be frequently having problems with his feet. ...
  A: Dogs normally have 4 toes and nails on each foot, with the exception of breeds that have dewclaws. ...
Seizures3/17/2009
  Q: My 12 yr old(10LBS) Poodle is starting to have episodes of breathing difficulty usually in the ...
  A: Without being able to see your dog, I can't give a diagnosis over the web. It could be allergies ...
toy poodle color3/17/2009
  Q: My poodle is snow white with apricot colored ears. She does have some apricot spots on her back and ...
  A: Your poodle sounds like she is a Cream rather than White. Cream colored Poodles will have mostly ...
changing skin color3/13/2009
  Q: we were given a white toy poodle at Christmas because the woman that had her could no longer take ...
  A: Your dogs skin becoming darker is due to her getting more pigment in that area of her skin and isn't ...
Chewing and Nip3/13/2009
  Q: I have a 9 week old Standard Poodle who constantly nips and chews. My 1o year old son is not doing ...
  A: Poodles, being retrievers love to have things in their mouth at any given time. As to what is in ...
Blue eyes in poodles3/12/2009
  Q: I understand that blue eyes in poodles is considered to be a flaw. Are there any concerns for the ...
  A: Though blue eyes will exclude your dog from being shown in Comformation, there are no health issues ...
Standard Poodle query3/10/2009
  Q: I own a black standard poodle he turned 8 in January. Last August we had him neutered taking advice ...
  A: I have heard of this before with males after being neutered. I have heard that it can be due to the ...
Red Standard Poodle3/9/2009
  Q: My name is Daniel and I have a 13 week old standard poodle. He is a beautiful red and I was ...
  A: Since the Red color is due to a fading gene, chances are that your Poodle will fade some as he ages. ...
my toy poodle is not growing his curly coat...3/9/2009
  Q: and i have a 7 month old poodle amd he has waves on his hair and some curly hair on his head but his ...
  A: Relax a bit, your puppy is still just that, a Puppy. He has puppy hair right now and that is part ...
Poodle breeding3/9/2009
  Q: We have a toy poodle aged 7 years, and we are wondering if she is still ok to have pups? She hasn't ...
  A: Your dog should be ok if she is healthy and if she has good care while pregnant. Before breeding, ...
vomiting blood3/9/2009
  Q: I have a 4-yr old white small poodle.On 3 occasions within the past 6 mos she has vomited twice and ...
  A: With me not being a Vet and not having seen your dog, I can only guess as to what may be wrong with ...
Standard Poodle Concerns3/8/2009
  Q: my 2 year old female went into heat the 3rd week of Dec 08. The last day of bleeding was Dec 25. ...
  A: Females are usually in heat for around 3-4 weeks from the time that you first see blood until the ...
teacup poodle3/7/2009
  Q: my poodle has become inactive and yelps when i touch her stomach could she be pregnant we recently ...
  A: This doesn't sound like pregnancy to me. It could be anything from a bad case of doggie gas to ...
Poodle Ear Infection?3/6/2009
  Q: I have a 3 year old minature poodle. He is very healthy but has had two issues. Since he was about a ...
  A: Your dogs ear problem could be something worse than a yeast infection. Your best bet would be to go ...
Changes in genitalia of our female poodle3/5/2009
  Q: We have had a rescue poodle approximately 20 months old since December 2008 and she has been spotty ...
  A: Your female is in heat at the moment. At around 9-11 days your female will be ready to breed, what ...
seizures/liver shunt3/2/2009
  Q: I own 2 standard poodles (brothers from the same litter). My sister has 2 from a different litter ...
  A: My condolences over the loss of your sisters dog. I lost a dog about this time last year and I can ...
can my poodle get a hair cut when shes pregnant2/28/2009
  Q: I was wondering my poodle is about a month pregnant and i was wondering if it was okay for her to ...
  A: Sure it is, as long as its not too stressful of a process. Actually its best to clip her short ...
toy poodle pup2/27/2009
  Q: at what age is it safe to let a pup go outside (in our garden) in the rain? our pup is only 8 weeks ...
  A: As long as your puppy is current on his/her shots, it should be fine to go outside. Its good for it ...
pregancy2/27/2009
  Q: I have a toy poodle who is pregnant how long before puppies are born? Also is there any shots she ...
  A: Female dogs are pregnant for 63 days give or take a day. You can tell when she is getting close if ...
my pregnent dog2/26/2009
  Q: my dog is a poodle mix she was in heat starting in december 30 and today in aprial 25 i wondering ...
  A: Your dog could go into labor at any time. It doesn't matter whether its in the morning or evening. ...
my poodle2/26/2009
  Q: my poodle is about 1 year old has been fine till tonight my poodle was just playing with me running ...
  A: Since I can't physically see your dog, I can only guess as to what might be wrong with him. He ...
5 yr old standard2/25/2009
  Q: We have recently adopted a 5 year old Standard poodle. A former Champion , then used for breeding. ...
  A: What you need to do is teach her submissive training. When she gets around another dog, instead of ...
Cough Medicine2/24/2009
  Q: I had some cough medicine pills and I think my dog ate the second pill in the 2 pill package. Is ...
  A: If your dog ate just one pill, I would observe him for a couple days to see that nothing goes wrong ...
Standard puppy2/24/2009
  Q: I have a 9 week old male puppy. We have had him a week. Fed him rice and burger until last friday ...
  A: It is normal for a dog to go through a diarrhea stage when switching foods. What is best to do, is ...
separation anxiety2/23/2009
  Q: We just returned from a three day trip to find our Standard female poodle the shell of the dog we ...
  A: Sounds like your dog just got upset because you left. Even though he might be ok while you go out ...
brown spots2/22/2009
  Q: I have a 10 year old mimi poodle and have noticed that she has sporadic small brown spots on her ...
  A: Since I can't see your dog this is only my best guess, but from what it sounds like, it is probably ...
standard poodle2/22/2009
  Q: She drools so much then vomits, any suggestions?
  A: You will need to re-condition your dog to going in the car. To do this, start out with your dog ...
toy poodle ear infecton?2/21/2009
  Q: I just bought a toy poodle 2 days ago from a breeder and I was hugging her and smelled something so ...
  A: Sounds like she could have a mild infection in her one ear. You can use an over-the-counter product ...
eating2/21/2009
  Q: I have a 22 pound mini poodle He is a very bad eater. I have found that he will eat chicken and ...
  A: While your dog could surive off of this diet, its not very balanced or nutrious for him. What would ...
toy poodle breeding2/21/2009
  Q: how do you start the breeding process? i have a male toy poodle 1 1/2 years old and a female toy ...
  A: Your first clue that your dog is going into heat will be her starting to bleed. When you first see ...
Standard Poodle ear infections2/20/2009
  Q: Kim I am organizing our first Standard Poodle Club in town and one of the members informed me that ...
  A: The other dogs should be ok around the ear infections, as they are usually not contageous, but you ...
Black poodle color, grooming brush2/19/2009
  Q: I have a 3 1/2 yr old black standard poodle that in the last year has had quite a lot of ...
  A: As to Slick's color, it could be that he has a white or light colored dog in his background. Also, ...
Black poodle color, grooming brush2/18/2009
  Q: I have a 3 1/2 yr old black standard poodle that in the last year has had quite a lot of ...
  A: Here are some sites that talk about Poodle grooming. I find that a Slicker brush works best for ...
trying to breed-trouble hitting the target2/17/2009
  Q: Tried to breed my 3 yo male toy poodle to a 2 yo toy poodle today. The male is taller than the ...
  A: Some males are just like that. So Gung Ho that they don't stop and think how to do "it", they just ...
shivers2/16/2009
  Q: Like to know if toy and miniature poodles are one in the same. Our poodle is about 15 months old. ...
  A: Toy and Miniature Poodles are not the same breed. They were both bred down from the Standard ...
Standard Poodle Grooming2/16/2009
  Q: I am a groomer also and have been grooming for about 7 years full time. I now own a 5 month old ...
  A: Your Pepsi looks great. As long as you keep up on the brushing and clipping of Pepsi, there is no ...
standard poodle colors2/16/2009
  Q: Where I live; in the show ring, I see mostly blacks and whites with the occasional brown. I have a ...
  A: It shouldn't matter what color your dog is, as long as your dog is what the judge is looking for. ...
red teacup toy poodles2/15/2009
  Q: i have just bought a teacup poodle&it has teas stains what is it caused by and how can we stop it ...
  A: Tear stains are caused by the tears mixing with chemicals in the hair. When the two combine, it ...
my poodle is having problems2/14/2009
  Q: I have a standard poodle who is about 3 years old. She is having her period at this time, but the ...
  A: I am no Vet, but your dog could have a case of intestinal parasites (worms) and you need to get her ...
Dog Food2/13/2009
  Q: My little poodle is about 5 yrs. old. She has been having large loose stools and diarrhea for the ...
  A: Here are a couple that I pulled up: http://BlueBuff.com http://www.Iams.com/Product-comparison ...
baldspot/color2/13/2009
  Q: I have a female spayed 8 month old brown standard poodle. Her tail is 5 in and from 3-4 1/2 in she ...
  A: Hey There, The reason that she has the two darker brown spots is that when a dog gets a skin sore ...
poodle trying to nurse2/13/2009
  Q: I have a miniature poodle who is now almost 1 1/2 years old, Sushi. Her favorite playmate is our 5 ...
  A: I don't know why dogs do this even years after puppyhood, but I think it may have something to do ...
Standards and Running2/12/2009
  Q: I'm sure I've gone about this the wrong way, but I must add to your response regarding standard ...
  A: I consider myself a "Poodle Expert" in that I know alot about Poodles, but there is always those ...
Cockapoo Separation Anxiety2/11/2009
  Q: I recently got a 5 year old Cockapoo from an animal rescue house and he is having problems being ...
  A: You are going to have to reteach your dog to accept you being gone (or upstairs) and have him see ...
ears2/9/2009
  Q: our toy poodle buster is always scratching its ears.What can be done
  A: Your dogs ears probably need to have the hair inside of them pulled. Proper ear care in Poodles is ...
toy poodle 9 weeks old2/8/2009
  Q: I came home from work and my poodle wasnt acting the same. I did something really stupid two days ...
  A: Sorry I didn't get to you until now. I would think that cat treatment wouldn't be as bad for your ...
My mini poo is 8 years old (breeding)2/7/2009
  Q: I want to know is breeding still possible for a dog his age? He has never mated before. Are there ...
  A: Your dog should still be able to sucessfully mate and sire puppies. If you want to be sure your ...
Agressive Toy Poodle2/5/2009
  Q: I have a 4 month female toy poodle that can get very agressive. She will be sitting on you knee or ...
  A: Sounds like your dog is trying to show you that she is dominate over you and that she controls when ...
baldspot/color2/4/2009
  Q: I have a female spayed 8 month old brown standard poodle. Her tail is 5 in and from 3-4 1/2 in she ...
  A: Your Bambi is a BEAUTIFUL girl. I am very partial to the browns though I don't have one yet. (I ...
toy poodle health2/4/2009
  Q: How often should we have our poodles anal gland cleaned? He has been pacing the floor and not ...
  A: Usually glands affect the rear end of the dog. The Anal Glands are located on either side of the ...
poodles2/3/2009
  Q: how many times can a miniature poodle get pregnant in her lifetime
  A: Technally you can breed a dog from around one year of age, every heat (which is every 6 months) ...
11 week old puppy weight2/3/2009
  Q: I just got an 11 week old standard poodle puppy 1 day ago. How much should she weigh? Is a warm ...
  A: A warm nose doesn't tell if the dog is sick or not, so if your dogs nose is warm that just means ...
Stripe on nose2/3/2009
  Q: We have a 5 year old standard poodle that is black with a lot of grey. His muzzle and tail are ...
  A: Perry is a very handsome boy. Yes, he is a Silver or he could be a Blue. Blue is just a Dark ...
toy poodle health2/2/2009
  Q: How often should we have our poodles anal gland cleaned? He has been pacing the floor and not ...
  A: Anal Glands should be cleaned every time your dog is groomed. That is approxmately 2 months or so. ...
baldspot/color2/1/2009
  Q: I have a female spayed 8 month old brown standard poodle. Her tail is 5 in and from 3-4 1/2 in she ...
  A: She could be rubbing her tail in that spot and you not even notice. It could be a quick scrape on ...
standard poodle growth2/1/2009
  Q: I have a 4 month std poodle bitch. I got her as litter runt at 1.2 kilos at 8 weeks. She brought ...
  A: Judging size can be tricky because there are several factors that determine how big a dog will be at ...
Stripe on nose1/31/2009
  Q: We have a 5 year old standard poodle that is black with a lot of grey. His muzzle and tail are ...
  A: I have never seen a natural mark that looked like that on a dog. Does his hair GROW in like that or ...
House Accidents1/30/2009
  Q: We aquired a one year old female,standard poodle two months ago from a breeder. We also have a 3 ...
  A: I have a couple of suggestions that may work for you with your Poodle. Have you tried using a ...
Very Large Standard Poodles1/28/2009
  Q: I have two standards. The first is male, all brown, is about 25 inches at the withers and weighs 47 ...
  A: You just described a Red Poodle to a T. The Red dogs tend to have a softer hair quality which makes ...
Toy Poodle /Diarrhea1/27/2009
  Q: My little poodle is about 5 yrs. old. She has been having large loose stools and diarrhea for the ...
  A: Actually, the "Pink Stuff" works good for dogs. You can also give them Kaopectate. I would give ...
Playing to ruff with bigger dog1/26/2009
  Q: The poodle plays plays plays will NOT rest LOL. He nips and jumps when he sees you also I have tried ...
  A: You are going to have to make your Poodle submit to your Staffie. When he is being rough with your ...
bitches fighting1/26/2009
  Q: We have two female miniature poodles, a 1.5 year old and a 2.5 year old. Neither are spayed - the ...
  A: You are going to have to make the younger dog submit to the older dog. To do this, when the younger ...
Poodle Seizures1/26/2009
  Q: I have a 9 year old miniature poodle, Hershey. I'm not quite sure it's a seizure that he had but he ...
  A: Sounds like Seizure to me. Seizures can be anything from a blink of the eye, to a full-blown gran ...
standard poodle 2 years old recently acquired from breeder1/25/2009
  Q: After 2 months, dog is doing great, house trained and cartrained, eating well, exercising well, ...
  A: It sounds like anxiety or nervousness to me. What you need to do is recondition him to his crate. ...
poodle behaviour question1/25/2009
  Q: We have a seven-year old standard who is a lovely, gentle guy with an odd behaviour. When called to ...
  A: Your dog is showing submission to you. When you call him, don't look him in the face directly so he ...
Re: Playing with other dogs1/25/2009
  Q: I have a 7 months year old miniature puddle who is loving and overall well behaved but very ...
  A: You are going to have to teach your dog to submit to you and to other dogs. Do this at home a couple ...
poodle hair care1/24/2009
  Q: My girlfriend shows dogs and her poodles hair is a little dry. What can she do to get the hair redy ...
  A: Try using some oil on the dogs coat. You can feed your dog some sardines in Olive oil which is good ...
biting1/22/2009
  Q: I have a small toy poodle age 6, here recently he has started trying to bite me if he is sitting in ...
  A: Sounds like your dog is trying to show you that he is dominate and that he controls the situations ...
Pregnate Min Pin?1/22/2009
  Q: I have a miniature pincher and i believe shes pregnate. She breed with a male pin in late october ...
  A: Females tend to be pregnant for 63 days. Puppies can come early or a bit late, but not as late as ...
Aging Poodle1/21/2009
  Q: My poodle is 15 years old and we have problems with him. He got deaf about 2 months ago and now I ...
  A: I still think that taking him to the Vet before anything else would be best, because he could be in ...
Breeding a male toy poodle1/21/2009
  Q: . I am wondering what is the right age to breed my male poodle???Luigi is 7 months right now.. also ...
  A: Luigi should reach his full height around a yr old, though he will not fill out until he is a year ...
Poodle noses1/21/2009
  Q: Can a poodle's nose cange from liver colored to black as it gets older or for any reason?
  A: Yes, sometimes a dogs nose color can change. It is due to loss of pigment in the skin. It can be ...
not eating1/21/2009
  Q: I have a toy poodle, 8 months old and under 3 pounds. She will only eat occasionally and then only a ...
  A: Sometimes Honey can cause allergies in dogs. You might contact your Vet first to see if he/she ...
Picky eater1/20/2009
  Q: I have a standard poodle about 1 1/2 years old. She's the love of my family's life...she is the ...
  A: It seems that her metabolisim is a bit on the slow side. When she isn't very active, her body ...
not eating1/19/2009
  Q: I have a toy poodle, 8 months old and under 3 pounds. She will only eat occasionally and then only a ...
  A: Try several different foods with her. Use Cottage Cheese, cooked egg, cooked chicken or fish (such ...
10 year old male1/17/2009
  Q: We have a 10 year old male that has always been very good....but in the last 4 weeks he has started ...
  A: Sounds like you have a dog with a case of Jelously. Your dog is jealous of your newest member of ...
Growth rate of Standard Poodles1/17/2009
  Q: What is the average age that standard poodles are full grown, in their height?
  A: The average age that a Std Poodle will get their full height is around 9 months to a year of age. ...
how much food?1/15/2009
  Q: Sorry to bother you again, but I was wondering how much dry food and how much of the wet food should ...
  A: Again, any question that you have is no bother to me as long as you feel that you are getting that ...
agressive behavior1/14/2009
  Q: My 6 yr old neutered white mini has recently shown a very aggressive behavior toward my husband and ...
  A: I am going to start off by saying that this is going to be a tough situation to deal with and you ...
Execising a toy poodle1/13/2009
  Q: We are currently considering a third dog but a smaller one. We have been looking at the toy poodle ...
  A: The Poodle is known for their boundless energy, so for most dogs a 3 hour walk is nothing. When ...
skin turing reddish1/13/2009
  Q: my poodles skin where he had a hot spot starting turning a reddish color but he acted fine now im a ...
  A: Since I can't look your dog over, I am not going to be able to tell you what is going on with him. ...
dog food recipe1/12/2009
  Q: I have an 8 month old toy poodle who is pretty skinny and would like to try him with your hamburger, ...
  A: To be on the safe side, it would be best to cook the meat and eggs first. When I make the recipe, I ...
Time alone1/12/2009
  Q: I have a teacup poodle and a tiny toy poodle. Both are wonderful little dogs and I have been home ...
  A: What I would suggest is to get an exercise pen or find a small area for your Poodles to stay in ...
Thyroid in Toy/Mini Poodles1/12/2009
  Q: Light Apricot Poodle who is 10 pounds has been healty, active and regularly groomed with a great ...
  A: Your Welcome, You might just as well have your Vet to an Older dog exam while he is checking the ...
Thyroid in Toy/Mini Poodles1/8/2009
  Q: Light Apricot Poodle who is 10 pounds has been healty, active and regularly groomed with a great ...
  A: I haven't had alot of expirence on canine thyroid, but it would be a good idea for you given your ...
Toy poodle pregnancy discharge1/8/2009
  Q: I have a 2yr. old toy poodle who is 5 weeks pregnant. My groomer noticed that she had a discharge. ...
  A: I am not clear on what this discharge may be, but due to the fact that she has a miscarrage before, ...
Tiny toy poodle1/7/2009
  Q: My question is can my tiny toy poodle have baby, will she have more than 1. Will she be in danger?
  A: Your girl should be able to have puppies, but be sure to use a small male as her mate. She could ...
Grooming poodle's tail1/6/2009
  Q: I have toy poodle who is 1 year old now. I never bring her to the groomer outside but groom her ...
  A: Since your dogs tail is a bit longer than normal, leave as much hair as you feel comfortable with ...
Standard Poodle on Heat1/6/2009
  Q: I have a 5 mths female standard poodle. Can you advise what is the average age is for standards to ...
  A: Most Std Poodles will come into heat around 8-11 months of age, but this depends on the dog (I have ...
My toy poodle just won't eat her food!1/5/2009
  Q: This is Teddy again and thanks for your help last time. This time my question is i give my toy ...
  A: While I don't think you should let your dog eat just anything I do think that she should eat ...
Additional info to my last question1/4/2009
  Q: Blondie (8 mos. toy -7inches), Dame is 6 + yr old Miniature and Sire is 2yr old Toy. Yes, the first ...
  A: Just to ere on the side of caution, I would give Pokey another 4 days or so at Mom and Dads house to ...
Breeding my toy poodle1/2/2009
  Q: I am mating my apricot toy poodle with a black toy poodle. My question is will the puppies come out ...
  A: Chances are good that if you found your dogs in a "Tie" that a breeding was sucessful, but to insure ...
teacup poodle licking all the time1/2/2009
  Q: I have a teacup poodle and he licks himself to death.he always licks his two front paws and he will ...
  A: Your dog may be allergic to Eukanuba and it may be causing him to itch, which causes him to chew, ...
adding a second poodle to the family1/2/2009
  Q: Firstly I would like to thank you for offering your time and advice. It has been so helpful to read ...
  A: The best thing that you can do for your dog when introducing him to another dog is to do it on ...
thinning hair12/30/2008
  Q: Kim I recently acquired my moms poodle, I believe him to be about 10 years old, over the past ...
  A: Stress can cause your dog to lose hair like your dog is doing, though since you have had him for ...
yorkiepoo12/30/2008
  Q: I have a 2 year old yorkiepoo that has a recurring problem. 4 times in the past 3 1/2 months she ...
  A: I am not a Vet so I can only give you suggestions on what I think it could be. This is not a ...
poodle12/30/2008
  Q: my 7 moth old poodle had two zjure today his head was twitching and he started to throw a lot of ...
  A: Although seizures can be scary for both owner and dog, they usually aren't life threatening. ...
Black / Silver toy poodle colour12/29/2008
  Q: I bought a female toy poodle as a friend for my male. She is black with the possibility of being a ...
  A: It sounds like your girl is starting to turn Silver already. You can see it as early as 8-9 weeks ...
rescue toy poodle12/29/2008
  Q: someone dropped off a toy poodle on our farm in horrible condition, took it 2 rescue places they ...
  A: Sounds like some breeder dropped off one of their breeding dogs that wouldn't work out with them. ...
teacup silver poodle hair color changing to brown12/28/2008
  Q: I am very distressed and hope you can help me. Last year when my mom passed away I assumed ...
  A: I know that Blue Poodles (which crop up in Silver litters) have brown hair on their back until they ...
sleeping patterns12/26/2008
  Q: KIM thank you for responding so quickly about how much to feed a 8 week old puppy. COULD YOU ALSO ...
  A: A puppys sleeping pattern depends on the activity he gets during the day. Most puppies will sleep ...
feeding12/25/2008
  Q: HOW MUCH DO YOU FEED A 8 WEEK OLD STANDARD PUPPY /DAY AND HOW MANY CUPS OF FOOD @EACH FEEDING? ...
  A: I would say around 1/2-3/4 cups 3 times a day until the puppy is around 4-6 months old. Then you ...
Aggressive adopted poodle12/25/2008
  Q: I adopted an 8 lb, 3 year old toy poodle about 7 months ago from an animal control/shelter. He is a ...
  A: I will give you some suggestions, but understand that since you said that he will bite you, you may ...
Fur off quarter size place on toy poodle12/23/2008
  Q: My white toy poodle has been scratching in one specific area on her back. I just noticed today that ...
  A: It could be an allergic reaction to a number of things. Dogs can be allergic to fleas, so it could ...
poodle12/22/2008
  Q: my friend gave me a poodle and i was wondering why it has a pink nose and red eyes?
  A: Your poodle is most likely a White color with Albino factor. Albinos tend to have a Liver colored ...
Recurring moles on my poodle12/21/2008
  Q: My 12 year old poodle continues to get moles on her skin. We have had two sessions with the vet over ...
  A: Unfortunally Moles and benign skin tumors are a fairly normal occurance in Poodles. When you ...
poodle frapping12/21/2008
  Q: i have an almost 3 year old standard poodle, well trained, a therapy dog, he seems to have no other ...
  A: I myself have never heard of Frapping before, though now that you mention it, I have seen dogs ...
toy poodle breeding12/19/2008
  Q: If the poodle bitch is a miniature, how can you be assured that the offspring will be toy poodles?
  A: When paring a Miniature and a Toy together, what you actually get is either a large Toy or a small ...
Breeding my toy poodle12/19/2008
  Q: I am mating my apricot toy poodle with a black toy poodle. My question is will the puppies come out ...
  A: A female is typically pregnant for 63 days from the first breeding, give or take a day or two. ...
3 year old toy poodle12/18/2008
  Q: because of a death I will be getting a 3 year old toy poodle. My daughter has had him now for a ...
  A: Most dogs can adjust to new situations pretty good as long as they are not rushed into anything too ...
poodle potty training12/16/2008
  Q: My entire yard is pebbles. The 5 month puppy loves to eat them. So distracted he will not potty ...
  A: There are a couple things that you can try to help stop your puppy from eating the rocks. First, ...
eating habit12/15/2008
  Q: Our toy poodle was given to us when she was 8mos old she won't eat her dog food no matter what kind ...
  A: What you are going to have to do is re-train your dog to eat regular dog food. It may be a slow ...
whelping standard puppies12/13/2008
  Q: I recently took in a pregnant standard from a neglect case. She is supposedly bred to a standard ...
  A: There is alot of information here, but I feel that you will benefit from it all. If you need other ...
Skin Allergies12/13/2008
  Q: I have an eight year old toy poodle who has developed severe skin allergies. He scratches and licks ...
  A: Is there anything that you know of that your dog may have been exposed to that would cause your dogs ...
Question regarding possible seizures12/12/2008
  Q: I have a sweet 1 1/2 year old teacup poodle. She weighs approximately 4 lbs. She is normal in ...
  A: Going by the symptoms that you are describing to me, I would say that your dog is suffering a mild ...
QUESTION ABOUT TOY POODLES12/12/2008
  Q: CAN BOTH OF MY TWO MALE POODLES ABOUT FIVE YEARS OLD GET ONE DOG PREGNANT AT THE SAME TIME? SO IF ...
  A: Well, you're half right. Your two males can both breed and father puppies from the same female at ...
poodle poops on himself12/9/2008
  Q: my poodle at least once a week poops on himself. It sticks to him and when he comes in the house ...
  A: I would first suggest shaving the backside of your poodle close so that the feces doesn't have ...
tear stains12/9/2008
  Q: My 1 year old white miniature poodle has developed brown-reddish tear stains. Sometimes when I look ...
  A: For the most part, tear stains are just something you put up with when you have a Poodle, but there ...
Seizures12/7/2008
  Q: I have 2 poodles, Binky and Pokey. Pokey is a toy and binky is a miniature. Pokey has Seizures. They ...
  A: Sorry to hear about your dogs seizures. I was also suprised to hear that your Vet took your dogs ...
Miniture Poodle12/4/2008
  Q: My 1+ mini poodle gave birth to pups ( 1 wk old), they have already been to the vet to be looked ...
  A: I just have never heard of a dog acting like this in such a strange manner. I heard back from my ...
Going deaf??12/4/2008
  Q: My 14 yr old standard poodle is in perfect health. Acts as if 8 yrs old. It appears he is nearly ...
  A: If your dog hasn't been in to see the Vet in awhile, then it may be good just to get him seen for an ...
skin problem12/4/2008
  Q: I have a toy poodle that has 2 large areas of hair loss. He's been to the vet 3 times now. The ...
  A: Without seeing your dog, I can only guess at what could be causing your dogs hair loss. It could ...
smelly poodle12/4/2008
  Q: We just got a black standard 5 month old about 2 weeks ago. We love him and he has been fantastic ...
  A: I have several ideas that may help your Stinky Standard. First off, when you bathe your Poodle or ...
Miniture Poodle12/3/2008
  Q: My 1+ mini poodle gave birth to pups ( 1 wk old), they have already been to the vet to be looked ...
  A: I have heard of females moving their litters away from a single puppy if there is something wrong ...
Training question12/3/2008
  Q: I have a 3 year old standard poodle that we adopted 3 months ago, as well as an 18 month old we got ...
  A: What you have to do with your dog is to make it fun to come inside. Try to entice him to come ...
toy poodle12/3/2008
  Q: We just got a toy poodle about 1 year old from a shelter. They said they feed him 3/4 to 1 cup of ...
  A: I would go ahead and feed him twice a day rather than once. Try 3/4 a cup in the morning and 1/2 a ...
teeth11/29/2008
  Q: Why would a 3 year old toy poodle have to have 9 teeth pulled by a Vet?
  A: I can't say that I know for sure the answer to that question. The only guess that I can make is ...
Hair loss11/29/2008
  Q: My 3 yr old female apricot minature poodle is suddenly losing hair around the front half of her body ...
  A: Have you noticed if the area where the hair loss has occured is red and scabby or not? If it is, ...
satin balls11/28/2008
  Q: I have read the satin balls recipe and would like to try my min. poodle on these to help her gain ...
  A: Total is a type of bran cereal that has 100% of a persons daily supply of Vitamins and Minerals in ...
Black Standard Poodle hair is going straight11/27/2008
  Q: I've owned standard poodles all my life and all have like characteristics, except my three year ...
  A: Though not typical, the hair condition you described is not unheard of in some Poodles. The hair ...
dog changing color11/26/2008
  Q: My dog is a white bichon/toy poodle. He is 8 year and is starting to change color on his paws and ...
  A: That color change is actually staining caused by chemicals in the dogs tears or saliva combining ...
straight hair poodle11/25/2008
  Q: i have a three month old poodle who's hair on his head is kind of curly but his body is kind of ...
  A: Sorry for the delayed answer, but I don't usually check the Question Pool. Since your puppy is only ...
Rambunctious Spoo11/25/2008
  Q: I have an 18-month-old red standard poodle who is getting to be a little overenthusiastic at the dog ...
  A: Sounds like Charlie would be a good candiate for Obedience training. It would help him to be more ...
heat cycle11/25/2008
  Q: I bought a 2 year old female poodle she turned 2 Jan. 2008, I bought her from a breeder for the ...
  A: Yes, stress can cause a dog to put off their heat cycle by as much as 2-3 months. Not being ...
Standard Poodle11/25/2008
  Q: We rescued a standard poodle and she seems to scratch, lick and bites herself all the time. She is ...
  A: Poodles are sometimes prone to skin problems and can even have allergies to items just like people. ...
Gray Standard Poodle11/24/2008
  Q: I have a registered black Standard Poodle and he is slowly getting gray hair. At first he had a ...
  A: You said that you have a Registered Black Std Poodle, but what you might have instead is a Blue or ...
Almost A Year Old Mini Poodle11/23/2008
  Q: got a couple of questions to ask. I would like to find out if my mini poodle, which is just two ...
  A: Miniature Poodles tend to mature slower than the Toy Poodles so if you wanted to continue feeding ...
poodle shampoo11/23/2008
  Q: Could you please recommend a 'poodle' shampoo. My red poodles fur has changed from vibrant red to a ...
  A: Several Pet Stores carry specific shampoos for Apricot, Red, Tan, and Brown colored dogs that are ...
red poodle faded to dull apricot color11/23/2008
  Q: 'Lucy' was born a vibriant red color and shortly after 1 year her fur began to fade and dull to ...
  A: Yes, that tends to happen with the Red color because its a fading gene and as the dog ages, the ...
Yucky mini poodle ears11/22/2008
  Q: My sweet 3-year-old boy poodle has terrible problems with his ears. He constantly has dark brown, ...
  A: Oh the precious Poodle ears. The ear of the Poodle sure is nice to look at on the outside, but with ...
weak hind legs11/22/2008
  Q: My lovely 15 year old Male miniature poodle lately has been having problems with his hind legs ...
  A: By what you described, and pending on there not being anything major wrong with your dog, I would ...
submissive urination11/21/2008
  Q: We adopted a male, standard poodle exactly one year ago. He was 18months old at the time, so now ...
  A: It is hard to deal with a Submissive pee'er in the house. You can't raise your voice or even act ...
what size dog would you get if you breed a mini and a teacup poodle?11/21/2008
  Q: my boss has 2 poodles a miniature female who's about 15 lbs and a teacup male who is about 3 lbs... ...
  A: Size all depends on what genes the puppies get and from whom. Some will probably be Miniature sized ...
continued ear infections and sluggishness11/19/2008
  Q: Sweetpea, a miniature poople, and she has had ear infections all her life. We've had her to vets at ...
  A: There are many kinds of treatments for ear problems, from home remedies such as using a mixture of ...
Red poodle11/19/2008
  Q: I have been asked by a few people about temperment and standard poodle color. Is one color more ...
  A: From what I have heard and had some expirence with, the different colors have different temperments. ...
Apricot Poodle11/19/2008
  Q: We are interested in adopting a dog into our family. We have found a poodle absolutely adorable! I ...
  A: Poodles hair is different that most dogs in that it is more like people hair rather than Fur that ...
Poodle Eating Fur11/19/2008
  Q: I have a miniature poodle. Yesterday evening I clipped him down and threw the fur in the trash can. ...
  A: Dogs do the weirdest things sometimes. Yes, this may seem weird to you, but to a dog its a survial ...
poodle hair11/17/2008
  Q: How come my poodles hair changed color after i shaved her? It went from light brown to dark.
  A: Depending on the dogs skin color, sometimes when you shave a dog down the hair beneath is a darker ...
6 yr old female bitch11/17/2008
  Q: We have recently adopted a 6 year old standard bitch retired showgirl. We are a family with no ...
  A: You didn't say how long you have had her, but you did say that she has been in the kennel situation ...
My toy poodle might have gotten pregnant...now what?11/16/2008
  Q: I am the owner of a 4 1/2 yr old female toy poodle. I've never gone through owning dogs and having ...
  A: Ashlee, I had this information from other people that I wrote to and thought it would be very ...
mixed color poodle11/15/2008
  Q: My husband and I want to adopt a standard poodle from a rescue organization (we had one before and ...
  A: Poodles come in about any solid color including Black, White, Silver, Blue, Red, Apricot, Cream, ...
Predicting poodle size11/14/2008
  Q: I can tell from prior questions that we are among company in being folks who "just can't wait" to ...
  A: Yes, you are not the only ones who would love me to Guesstimate just how big their dog is going to ...
eating poop!11/14/2008
  Q: We just got our beautiful 6 month old standard poodle girl, and everything is great except for one ...
  A: Yuck, yes that is an awful problem, but it can be helped. There are products on the market that ...
Skinny Poodles11/14/2008
  Q: I have six Toy Poodles. Two of them,(Mother and 2 yr old daughter)are extremely thin. I have tried ...
  A: My first suggestion is to take them to the Vet just to rule out anything that might be keeping them ...
poodle or bichon?11/13/2008
  Q: I have a white poodle that is 1 year old, weighs 9 pounds and right around 10 inches at her front ...
  A: No, your groomer is wrong. Some white Poodles that have a black or different colored parent have ...
poodle color11/12/2008
  Q: What is the most popular poodle color?
  A: I would say that the most commonly seen Poodle color is Black. It is the original color that was ...
color of poodle11/11/2008
  Q: I am about to purchase a poodle from a breeder (they are not vet checked). The mother is silver and ...
  A: You frequently see Cream or Apricot puppies with brown noses and sometimes with green eyes. While ...
crossbreeding11/9/2008
  Q: My daughter and I would like to breed our 6 year old Cairn Terrier with a Standard Poodle , have you ...
  A: I have never seen the puppies of a Carin and Poodle before, but I can imagine that they are cute. ...
new miniature poodle11/9/2008
  Q: I just adopted a poodle from a family, and was told that she was a toy poodle. However, we just ...
  A: The breed description of a Toy Poodle is anything under 10" at the shoulder and weighing around ...
Poodles11/9/2008
  Q: I recently acquired a poodle mix and he has very pink skin and tends to smell, I have to wash him ...
  A: The White or very light colored dogs do tend to have more sensitive skin and if their coat produces ...
when will she come into heat again?11/9/2008
  Q: To give you some history on my situation, I had a teacup poodle that is now 4 years old and in the ...
  A: Sorry it took awhile to get back to you. You should be able to get your girl spayed after the ...
question about the anal sacks11/7/2008
  Q: My male poodle is 5 years old and very small...4 1/2 lbs. Occasionally he will scoot in circles on ...
  A: Nothing like talking Anal Glands to a Poodle loving stranger. Hee hee. But it is a subject that ...
4 1/2 yr old poodle with anxiety to dogs, people and leashes.11/7/2008
  Q: Kobe,is my male 4 1/2 yr old, 5 lb poodle has some kind of anxiety problem that I have not read in ...
  A: Your question has been very tough to answer as its hard to get a dog out of his shell when he has ...
HAIR COLOR CHANGE11/6/2008
  Q: I have a white miniature poodle who is about 8 years old. Just in the last year or two where ever ...
  A: The coat color change is due to the dogs saliva mixing with chemicals in the dogs hair, which causes ...
grooming a tiny poodle11/6/2008
  Q: I have a 6 month old silver teacup poodle with a slight collapsing trachea, who only weighs 2 1/2 ...
  A: You aren't being silly at all for being concerned about your baby. But eventually you will need ...
standard poodle puppy11/5/2008
  Q: What do you think the average height and weight would be for a 6 month old standard female. I would ...
  A: The average height for a full grown Std female is around 22-24 inches at the shoulder so your girl ...
standard poodle puppy11/5/2008
  Q: What do you think the average height and weight would be for a 6 month old standard female. I would ...
  A: Within Std Poodle puppies, you have a range of sizes depending on the parents and grandparents. I ...
8 yr old poodle11/5/2008
  Q: i have a 8 yr old toy poodle she barks at every noise,eats like a horse an is playful, lately she ...
  A: Worst case senerio, it could be cancer. When a dog acts normal, then starts to go down hill ...
mini poodle urinating since pregnancy11/4/2008
  Q: I have a mini poodle who is a year and a half old. He is neutered and house broken. Since we got him ...
  A: It could be a number of things that is causing your dog to urinate in the house. Your wife's ...
Weaning puppies11/4/2008
  Q: Kim, I recently asked you a question about whelping my pregnant poodle. The dad is a white toy ...
  A: Hey Ronnie, Sounds like the puppies and Mom are doing good. Good to hear. And you already have ...
pregnant miniature poodle11/4/2008
  Q: My female poodle was breed w/ my male poodle,we thought around Sept. 15th, but she is already pacing ...
  A: Your female is surely telling you that she is about ready to whelp these puppies. You are checking ...
Breeding toy poodle11/3/2008
  Q: I have a toy poodle girl which I'm planning to breed her. I have 3 questions. 1. What is the best ...
  A: I commend you for taking the proper steps before breeding your dog. Too many people just want to ...
Questions about new to me poodle mix11/3/2008
  Q: I recently came across this site and have a few questions that I hope you can answer. About 2 ...
  A: Sounds like your dog is starting to assert her dominance over you and your son. You will have to ...
10 yr. st. Poodle can't walk well, keeps falling over.11/2/2008
  Q: Just had my dog examined by UCDavis Med Center and all tests were normal. The only thing they found ...
  A: Could be the disk issue, but to test for stroke, take the front paw and bend it back, then set it ...
Where is the highhest point of a poodles shoulder located?10/31/2008
  Q: I just adopted my daughter's 2 1/2 yr old poodle. First of all, my daughter has always insisted he's ...
  A: The highest point of the shoulder is at the top of the shoulder blades at the base of the neck. A ...
New mini poodle10/31/2008
  Q: I've had a new miniature poodle for 3 days now. Isis seems really sweet, but she is 5 months old, ...
  A: Sounds to me like Isis just isn't used to the leash yet and needs some time to get used to the way ...
7 month old male poodle10/31/2008
  Q: Is it unusual for a 7 month old standard poodle to be interested in mating?
  A: Actually its not unusual by that age. A male dog can reproduce as early as 6 months in some dogs. ...
dental for standard poodles10/30/2008
  Q: What age does a standard poodle began to loose his baby teeth?
  A: It is different for each dog, but they usually start to loose their baby teeth around 4-6 months of ...
food and clippers10/30/2008
  Q: I have a few questions please. my large toy poodle is 1/12 yr old she was just mated with my 1 yr ...
  A: I would say that the best food to give your dog would be Eukanuba, Iams, Nutro Natural Choice, Royal ...
GI Issue10/30/2008
  Q: I have a 2 year old miniature poodle who has recently thrown up bile a few times in the early ...
  A: While Addisons and Bloat are common in some Poodles, you tend to see it more in Standard Poodles. ...
toy poodle aggression10/30/2008
  Q: She guards my clothing, slippers, etc and growls and even tries to bite those that come near her. ...
  A: This is a tough situation to deal with. Your dog is seeing you as "her" person and is telling ...
mini poodle dont play10/29/2008
  Q: how are you today? i hope you able to help me out. We just adopted a 3ish yr od mini poodle (i ...
  A: Just wanted to add that Lemons shouldn't hurt your dog. If he likes the suppliment and is doing ...
minature poodle10/29/2008
  Q: Hi i have just recieved a minature poodle she is 11 months old but she is very skinny and seems to ...
  A: Your best bet would be to first take your girl in to be seen by a Vet. This way, you can clear her ...
My 4mnth old toy poodle10/27/2008
  Q: I took my poodle to be groommed today and the lady there told me my puppy seemed very thin. She ...
  A: That doesn't sound underweight to me, but to be on the safe side, you might take her to the Vet to ...
standard poodle10/27/2008
  Q: I also have done alot of research on dog food and it seems what goes in to the food could end up ...
  A: First off, don't stress too badly about your dogs food. Most of the higher quality dog foods offer ...
elderly poodle nothing acute but failing10/27/2008
  Q: I just can't find the answers and am heartbroken. I have 5 dogs but my 2 toy poodles I got from the ...
  A: Just watch that Luie is eating good, pooing and peeing ok, and seems alert. If you notice any ...
toy poodle upset stomach10/26/2008
  Q: Lucy is 7 years old, seems that lately she is throwing up her dog food about twice a week in the ...
  A: The amount of food seems ok to me, but Poodles can sometimes have sensitive digestive systems and do ...
Poodle Lumps10/26/2008
  Q: Hey there, I would love to ask you a question or get some help. My toy poodle Rodney is 8, he seems ...
  A: Rodney's lump looks to me like a benign tumor. It is exposed skin which would make it tender and ...
Standard Poodle Peed in Bed while I was away10/25/2008
  Q: My Standard Poodle is 4 years old. I am out of town on business for a few days and he peed all ...
  A: Sounds like Zelig is marking the bed because he is missing you. Even though he doesn't normally do ...
Bubbles out of nose!10/25/2008
  Q: My toy poodle Shadow is blowing bubbles out of his nose. He sounds kind of congested, and he is ...
  A: Going by what you described above, I can't really tell what may be going on with your dog. I can ...
toy poodle stomach problem10/23/2008
  Q: I have a 1 ½ year old toy poodle- Over the past few weeks he has had a few episodes of throwing up ...
  A: You might first have your Vet check for worms if he hasn't already. Worms can cause your dog to ...
9 month old mini poodle10/22/2008
  Q: My puppy runs out the door every time it is opened.He bolts out the door and runs across our ...
  A: There are a couple of things you can do to help teach your dog not to do this. The first thing I ...
teacup poodle licking feet- whats a good food to make from home??10/20/2008
  Q: i believe the problem to a dogs itchy body & chewing of feet, often relates to food allergies? i ...
  A: The eggs help with the protein in the diet, but can be removed if allergies are a factor. Lamb can ...
teacup poodle licking feet- whats a good food to make from home??10/20/2008
  Q: i believe the problem to a dogs itchy body & chewing of feet, often relates to food allergies? i ...
  A: This is a good general diet for dogs that is healthy and will provide needed Vitamins and Minerals ...
Addisons Disease10/19/2008
  Q: My 15 month old standard poodle was recently diagnosed with addisons disease. He never crashed so ...
  A: Lois, I have found some other sites that might interest you. Here is a list of them and ...
Weaning puppies10/19/2008
  Q: Kim, I recently asked you a question about whelping my pregnant poodle. The dad is a white toy ...
  A: For the first 3-4 weeks the mother will take care of the babies food needs, and will even clean up ...
puppy size10/16/2008
  Q: I have a mix puppy of poodle and Shitzu. He mom was a poodle being 15pounds and her day is a ...
  A: The fact that she is a girl might make a little difference. Females tend to run smaller than males, ...
Strange behavior10/15/2008
  Q: My male miniature poodle, probably 14, and just recently diagnosed with diabetes, has developed a ...
  A: I have never heard of a dog doing this before. I am wondering if it could be related to his sight. ...
Buster Toy Poodle10/13/2008
  Q: Buster is 14 years old and is so needy. If we are away in the day, even with toys he will urinate ...
  A: I don't think that Buster is having age problems and is not going on the papers, but it may be ...
Puppy weights10/12/2008
  Q: I have a quick question that I have not been able to find a breed specific answer to and I was ...
  A: Your first question doesn't really have a simple answer. Size doesn't depend on how much weight a ...
Champagne Standard Poodle10/11/2008
  Q: I've have a pair of standards, ones black, and ones white. In her last litter she threw a champagne. ...
  A: If I had the answer to that question, I would be alot richer than I am now. :) In truth, genetics ...
poodle mating10/10/2008
  Q: can i mate my 8 ins in height poodle bitch with a 10ons one bitch is 6 1/2 pounds in weight
  A: As long as there isn't a big difference in size, they should be ok. The womb will compensate for ...
My Toy Poodle Brandi we spoke about in the past10/7/2008
  Q: I am the one that wrote to you about my dog Brandi (that I sent pictures of), that has spots on her ...
  A: Here is what I found out about Advantage, Advantix, Frontline Plus (which I use on my dogs) and ...
he has gas10/7/2008
  Q: never in my life thought that a dog could be such a big responsability. (I don't have kids) But ...
  A: I totally understand where you are coming from. I have 4 Std Poodles and they are all notorious for ...
My Toy Poodle Brandi we spoke about in the past10/6/2008
  Q: I am the one that wrote to you about my dog Brandi (that I sent pictures of), that has spots on her ...
  A: Yes, I never thought of the flea prevention as a cause of the staining, but since it is a medication ...
urine out10/6/2008
  Q: how can i get urine stain out without harming his coat?
  A: You didn't say what color he is, but I am assuming White or Cream. There are some good White Coated ...
standard poodle killed a cat, and a large rodent10/5/2008
  Q: I have two standard poodles and they have got out on a few ocassions.Once when they got out they ...
  A: While you can Obedience train your dogs so that they are better behaved, Poodles are natural hunters ...
hair loss in toy poodle10/5/2008
  Q: I have a small white poodle who is 10 years old. She only weighs about 8-10 pounds. She actually ...
  A: Since I am not able to see your dog, I can only give a guess as to what is causing her hair loss. A ...
Very small standard poodle10/5/2008
  Q: Last Jan (08) I purchased what was supposed "standard" poodle. She is now 10 months old and is ...
  A: As long as Trixie stands 15" at the shoulder, she is considered a Standard, though some breeders ...
BAD GROOMING EXPERIENCE10/3/2008
  Q: I just had the most horrible poodle grooming experience. I have a 4 month old toy poodle and he has ...
  A: I was just going to add that if you wanted to send me pictures of your dog, you can do so to ...
predicted std. poodle size10/3/2008
  Q: My Std. Poodle puppy is 22" at shoulder and 38 lbs.(not over or under weight according to vet)and is ...
  A: To let you know, this is just a Guesstimate. Your dog could well be over or under the height and ...
Tickling10/2/2008
  Q: My 6 month old standard poodle tickles very easily. If I don't pet her the right way she doesn't ...
  A: Sounds like you should start doing the Dog Exam with your dog. It helps get them used to being ...
dog urinating on floor after being taken outside10/2/2008
  Q: we have a five month old male minature poodle. he has a beautiful nature. our problem is he sleeps ...
  A: Its most likely because you haven't removed all the odors from your floors and your dog thinks that ...
mini poodle9/30/2008
  Q: I just had a few questions about the mini poodle because I'm trying to decide which breed of dog ...
  A: Miniature Poodles make great dogs for just about anybody. They are very intelligent and quick to ...
walking my poodle9/30/2008
  Q: I walk my miniature poodle everyday for roughly 1 hr to 1 hr 15 minutes (around 3.5 miles) is that ...
  A: As long as your dog isn't showing signs of stress or tiredness after the walk, and you make sure ...
Toy Poodle Tucking Tail9/30/2008
  Q: My toy poodle(Star) is 15 years old and five months. She started tucking her tail between her hind ...
  A: There are a number of reasons that she could be holding her tail between her legs. It could be from ...
Pregnant Poodle9/28/2008
  Q: Kim, I have a poodle that I believe is pregnant. My poodles were found stuck together in mid July, ...
  A: A female is pregnant for 63 days, so your female should be ready to have her babies, if she is ...
Toy Poodle9/25/2008
  Q: I have a silver toy poodle he just turned one year. He is starting to get some discoloration on his ...
  A: This could be from a couple different things. It could be that your Silver boy is actually a Blue ...
follow up toy poodle question9/25/2008
  Q: I have pictures of her if I can send them to you.
  A: Sure, I would love to see pictures of her and they might help me to estimate her size and color at ...
color and size in mature toy9/25/2008
  Q: I am looking at buying a toy puppy. I am specifically looking for a black toy female. When I ...
  A: I don't know about this breeder or her intentions, but it sounds like either she is trying to ...
Toy Poodle - dry cough9/24/2008
  Q: I have a Toy Poodle who is 7 1/2 years old. He is healthy, ideal weight, goes on many long walks ...
  A: Sounds like your dog may have a minor breathing problem. What it sounds like to me is that the flap ...
German Shepherd9/24/2008
  Q: I know you normally answer questions about Poodles. But I was just wondering... I have a 1-year-old ...
  A: You should be able to find a GSD breeder in your area who will allow you to use their stud dog for ...
Sick Yorkipoo9/23/2008
  Q: Over the past few days, my yorkshire terrier/poodle mix has been vomiting yellow and brown ...
  A: Since I am not able to see your dog and an not a Vet, all that I write here will be speculation only ...
Mature Weight?9/23/2008
  Q: I'm curious when does a toy or teacup poodle reach their mature weight????
  A: Most Poodles reach their mature height and weight around 9-11 months of age, give or take a month. ...
toy poodle bald spot9/22/2008
  Q: the spot is between my 18 month old black toy poodle. I took him to the vet. She told me she ...
  A: Without seeing your Poodle, and because I am not a Vet, I can only speculate on what the spot may be ...
Matting9/20/2008
  Q: I have made a terrible mistake. I have a standard and I saw a cut a few months ago that I wanted ...
  A: Don't fret, this is actually very common in the Poodle breed. It happens to alot of us, even the ...
Pregnant dog?9/18/2008
  Q: I rd mst of ur othr emails rgrdng preg.pddles. bt jst wnna give u a fw tidbts & get ur opinion. ...
  A: First off, could you please write in complete sentences from now on because I never took shorthand ...
behavior problems9/18/2008
  Q: My parents have a 5yr old poodle but he was my mums dog. She has recently passed away. I have moved ...
  A: Yes, I was hoping that since you didn't say that Chip was growling and snapping at men in the first ...
what do i do when she don't go into heat9/18/2008
  Q: My dog went into heat on 02/18/08 i was told she should go in heat every 6 mos. which should have ...
  A: You most likely did just miscount the days on her. Most dogs come into heat every 6 months or so, ...
poodles9/17/2008
  Q: I am looking to buy a cocckapoo and am researching poodles temperments. Are they usually loud i. e. ...
  A: Most Poodles make great pets because aside from the fact that they don't shed, are very clean and ...
I am adding a picture for you to view of my toy poodle's fur color9/17/2008
  Q: Kim, I had previously written you about the following this morning and wanted to include a recent ...
  A: From this last statement, I can be pretty sure that she touched her back to the muffler and got ...
behavior problem?9/17/2008
  Q: you helped me in the past with my pregnant poodle ..well she got three puppies 2 females and 1 male ...
  A: It sounds like you are right about Bianca, that she was protecting her bone and her territory. She ...
bichon/toy poodle housebreaking9/16/2008
  Q: My puppy is about 10 weeks old. She is only 2lbs and will get to be 5-6lbs. She is paper/pad trained ...
  A: To start off with, your puppy is at an age where she doesn't really know when she has to potty yet. ...
behavior problems9/16/2008
  Q: My parents have a 5yr old poodle but he was my mums dog. She has recently passed away. I have moved ...
  A: My condolences on your mother's passing. It sounds like your father needs to start the bonding ...
poodle follows me9/16/2008
  Q: I bought a 4yr old apricot female breeder dog from a reputable breeder 2 mo ago. Kiki follows me ...
  A: You said that you got rid of your dog crate, but I would get another one (or at least borrow one ...
poodle follows me9/15/2008
  Q: I bought a 4yr old apricot female breeder dog from a reputable breeder 2 mo ago. Kiki follows me ...
  A: Sounds like Kiki is pretty attached to you. While this isn't a bad thing, like you said she can get ...
I am adding a picture for you to view of my toy poodle's fur color9/15/2008
  Q: Kim, I had previously written you about the following this morning and wanted to include a recent ...
  A: From the full view picture that you sent, I have another theory that may be the cause of Brandi's ...
feeding9/15/2008
  Q: I have a one year old standard- about a month ago she ate some gorilla glue and had to have it ...
  A: Even though you are trying to put weight back on your dog, I wouldn't feed her over twice a day now ...
ear problems9/14/2008
  Q: We have a year old, standard poodle who cannot tolerate having the hair plucked from her ears. We ...
  A: This is a common problem in poodles because it is necessary to pluck the hair from the ears and most ...
Adopted neglected poodle that doesn't play or run around9/14/2008
  Q: we got a poodle for free, it ended up being from a breeder(not a very good one. The poodles hair was ...
  A: Congradulations on your new dog. Sounds to me like he just needs some time to adjust to his new ...
Very, very lethargic toy poodle9/13/2008
  Q: Cocoa is about 7 yrs. old. Since yesterday he started acting lethargic and now gives the appearance ...
  A: Nancy and family, I just wanted to post my condolences for your loss of Cocoa. I was hoping that it ...
Tumor on a poodle9/13/2008
  Q: is it fixable as in surgery? and what could have been the cause of it? thanks for your help.
  A: Being that I am not a Vet and can't see your dog, this is going to be speculation only. First off, ...
I am adding a picture for you to view of my toy poodle's fur color9/12/2008
  Q: Kim, I had previously written you about the following this morning and wanted to include a recent ...
  A: Jodie, Since this just happened 10 days ago, it may be something that will go away when you shave ...
my toy poodle9/12/2008
  Q: I have a 3 year old female apricot (now mostly white and some apricot) toy poodle weighing about 8 ...
  A: I can only suggest the same things that I mentioned to the other people, which is that your Poodle ...
poodle straight hair9/12/2008
  Q: I have a 4 1/2 months old tiny poodle. His fur is thin and straight. I have already shave him twice. ...
  A: Your Poodles hair is straight right now because he is a puppy and has puppy hair. It will stay ...
toy poodle with seizures9/11/2008
  Q: He was fine the first three days we had him and then on the forth day he had a seizure where we ...
  A: Unfortunally, Seizures are becomeing more frequent in Poodles. I have a Silver boy who will have ...
Re: coat change9/10/2008
  Q: I have an apricot toy poodle who just turned four years old. In the past 4 months he has developed ...
  A: Actually it is fairly common in Apricot, Silver, Brown, and other "Fading Gene" colored dogs. What ...
TOY POODLE9/9/2008
  Q: toy poodle is pregnant, so today she was urinating outside and blue color bubble was hanging out of ...
  A: That could be a puppy placenta hanging out of her Vagina. Watch her close to see if she is going to ...
toy poodle9/8/2008
  Q: My little 7 lb toy, is licking his front left paw and is losing all his hair,I have wraped it in a ...
  A: There could be a number of reasons that your dog is licking his feet. It could be allergies, that ...
Muscle spasm???9/6/2008
  Q: My AKC purebred toy poodle has been snapping at us the last couple of days if we try to move him. ...
  A: Even though your funds are low at the moment, you should probably get your dog looked at. He could ...
adopted poodle9/6/2008
  Q: Kim, You never got a chance to answer myWe adopted a 1 1/2 old standard poodle in April. He joined a ...
  A: Well, like I said last night, you are going to have to go slow. His shyness didn't happen ...
Poodles "Rocket"9/5/2008
  Q: My toy poodle is 6 years old and has recently starting licking his rocket..he wont stop. He once got ...
  A: Actually it is common for males to clean their "Rocket". It is also good for them to do because ...
Pregnant Standard Poodle9/4/2008
  Q: My 2 1/2 yr old standard is preg. for the 2nd time. Her first litter was 3 pups and she had no ...
  A: It sounds like your dog is getting close to delivering these puppies. Have you noticed her nipples ...
skin discoloration9/3/2008
  Q: I have had my little white teacup poodle for 2 wks. I noticed her pink skin on belly getting a ...
  A: There is nothing wrong with your dog. As a dog ages, their skin starts to darken some. It has to ...
poodle hop9/3/2008
  Q: We have a 1.5 year-old miniature poodle. He developed a weird hope about two months ago. He hops ...
  A: I have a fairly good idea of what may be going on with your dog. To get conformation of what he ...
is my poodle A TOY9/1/2008
  Q: very sweet , gentle pup but she has 6 more mons to grow thanks for ur time
  A: The weight of a Toy Poodle doesn't matter as much as the height. Toy Poodles should be no more than ...
12 lb poodle8/31/2008
  Q: i have 4 poodles 2 stander and two toy my ? is my 12lb harley has had ear infetion on off for the ...
  A: Sounds like it could be a Staph infection in the ear. You need to have your Vet prescribe you some ...
Poodle Nose Skin8/31/2008
  Q: Aloha. Our minature poodle Suzie just turned 16. She has a skin condition on her crotch, armpits ...
  A: Chey, and Suzie, Depending on the climate that a dog is in, a dry nose sometimes happens and isn't a ...
Toy Poodle Discoloration8/30/2008
  Q: I have a toy poodle who is now 9 yrs old. He used to an apricot and changed to a very light beige ...
  A: Reno's initial color change from an apricot to the lighter color he is now is due to the fact that ...
dogs getting along8/29/2008
  Q: I own a 12 year old lab mix female and we just adopted a 5 month old standard male poodle. We have ...
  A: First off, sorry that your $300 an hour trainer did squat for you. I would demand a refund if his ...
TOY POODLE8/28/2008
  Q: I BOUGHT MY MOM A TOY POODLE TO KEEP HER COMPANY AND SHE WENT INTO HEAT AND MATED WITH HER NEIGHBORS ...
  A: First off, Calm down a bit. There is no reason to get upset until we know a few things. Do you ...
Housebreaking my toy poodles8/27/2008
  Q: I just got a male and female toy poodle from a breeder/dog show judge that was breeding them. They ...
  A: It is really hard to re-train dogs to potty where you want them to when they are used to going ...
Plucking a toy poodle puppies ears8/26/2008
  Q: I have watched a dvd re grooming a toy poodle and the man doing the demonstration just plucked with ...
  A: Ear plucking is a vital part of grooming your Poodle. It helps keep the ears clean and free of ...
hot spots8/26/2008
  Q: 1 have a std female poodle and this summer she seems to be getting a few hot spots can you advise me ...
  A: Hot Spots can be caused by a number of things; anything from dirty skin to allergies, medication, or ...
lilly, toy poodle cough?8/25/2008
  Q: My little girl Lily is 10months old and every so often has a weird cough, its as if she is trying to ...
  A: Sounds like she could have a mild form of Kennel Cough rather than a collapsed trachea. A CT will ...
red feet8/25/2008
  Q: My 5-yr-old neutered male white poodle has always chewed on his feet occasionally, but lately it's ...
  A: This is a common occurance in light colored dogs and is the same thing that happens with tear ...
standard poodle breeding8/24/2008
  Q: I have a female that weighs 30lbs and a male that is 50lbs is he to big to mate with her? I know ...
  A: Your female should be ok with your male as long as your female is fit, healthy and in good shape. ...
bald spot loosing hair8/22/2008
  Q: my poodle has a bald spot and loosing hair. The vet scraped the skin to check for mange it was ...
  A: There could be several things that might make your dog loose hair in a spot. If the spot is in a ...
Tears8/21/2008
  Q: We have a female 7 month old standard poodle whose eyes have run since we got her at 8 weeks. We ...
  A: Runny eyes in Poodles can be caused by a number of things. Genetics can cause dogs eyes to run, ...
standard poodle with anxiety.7/26/2008
  Q: We adopted a 1 1/2 old standard poodle in April. He joined a 7 year old one we have had since he was ...
  A: I am going to have to answer this question when I get my computer up and running again. I am using ...
I've regarded you before, have another question.7/25/2008
  Q: Maybe 2 or 3 months ago I have had asked you questions regarding my poodle and helping her the best ...
  A: You might try keeping your dog off the medication for awhile to see how she reacts and for how long. ...
Poodle mix breed7/24/2008
  Q: I just recently got a dog from a friend who said it was a poodle mix, but I don't know what it is ...
  A: Actually, I am without a computer at the moment. We had a bad storm and it took out my computer. I ...
Hair Color Change7/24/2008
  Q: My dog was recently injured and had to have major surgery on his back side. He is normally has ...
  A: Dogs that get an injury on their skin that damages the skin cells, will expirence a hair color ...
nails clip7/24/2008
  Q: ...in fact since Saturday they gained weight ....now my question ...I notice that their nails are ...
  A: Congradulations on your puppies. You can trim their nails anytime. Be sure that you are careful ...
elderly miniature poodle shaking and pantng7/23/2008
  Q: About 6 months ago, I adoped an elderly miniature poodle (12-13 years old) who had been found as a ...
  A: Sounds like your Poodle could be suffering from seizures or mild tremors. You might ask your Vet if ...
smarts7/22/2008
  Q: This is a vague question. Any answer will help. I have a 13 yrs old poodle. It has taken me 13 yrs ...
  A: Poodles are smart due in part to the fact that they are retrievers and need to be intelligent to do ...
Peeing in crate7/22/2008
  Q: I have adopted an 8 mth old unaltered male miniature poodle. He may have come from some unscrupulous ...
  A: Sorry for the delay in answering your question, My computer went down in a storm and I haven't had ...
milk produucion7/21/2008
  Q: my poodle just gave birth to three puppies they all look to be in in good condition .....just few ...
  A: Goats milk works good for feeding puppies with, but you can also use formula to feed the puppies ...
Showing/Missing Teeth7/19/2008
  Q: I have a toy poodle whom had two baby teeth co-located with two adult teeth, lower jaw, incisors 403 ...
  A: I contacted the Poodle Club of America and this is what they had to say about Missing Teeth. ...
My poodle is developing a spotted coat!7/19/2008
  Q: I have a toy female poodle. When I got her she was "apricot," but over the first 2 years faded to a ...
  A: There can be a number of things that will cause a Poodle to get spots like that over their body. ...
Poodle coloring7/19/2008
  Q: I "ordered" an aprocot poodle and have waited 4 weeks for it to arrive. When she arrived yesterday I ...
  A: Congradulations on your new Poodle. Most breeders will shave their puppies faces like that at a ...
Poodles7/18/2008
  Q: How do you get the hair out of your poodles ears with out cutting or hurting them. Mine is 6 months ...
  A: To get any unwanted hair out of your poodles ears, you gently pull it out. Most groomers and ...
My poodle won't play, requires constant, constant petting, and seems nervous???7/17/2008
  Q: I just adopted a small poodle four years old. I say small and not toy because I believe she is a ...
  A: Your dog does seem to have some issues as far as not interacting like a normal dog would. I have ...
Growth of a toy poodle7/16/2008
  Q: How much larger will a toy poodle grow after it's first heat cycle? I do not wish for my dog to grow ...
  A: Judging by the fact that your Toy Poodle has had her first heat cycle, I would guess that she is ...
Your Reply7/15/2008
  Q: Ms. Kim I wanted to let you know that I received your "reply's" and I thank you for all of your ...
  A: I am sorry that I came off to you as being rude or mean or however you think I was being. What I ...
Please Help Me Can toy poodle have fruits and vegetables?7/14/2008
  Q: Ms/Mrs.Kim I am contacting you because at this time I am totally confused as to if we can give our ...
  A: Watermelon should be ok in smaller amounts because its mostly water. For this reason though make ...
2 year old Poodle, Miniture7/14/2008
  Q: Can a poodle be retarded? I have tried all the advice on house training a dog. I brought her home ...
  A: Some dogs just don't take to housetraining as easily as others. You are going to have to re-train ...
how can i teach my dog to pee outside7/14/2008
  Q: I have a poodle dog and she is pregnant or so we think. She is trained not to do her business ...
  A: When your puppies are really little the mother will keep their area clean and free of waste. You ...
Please Help Me Can toy poodle have fruits and vegetables?7/13/2008
  Q: Ms/Mrs.Kim I am contacting you because at this time I am totally confused as to if we can give our ...
  A: First off, its Ms. Kim, and I will answer all three of your questions here so I don't have to answer ...
Guessing height at adulthood from puppy7/11/2008
  Q: my 3 month old standard poodle is 20 lbs. 2 oz. and 18" tall. I'm trying to guess how tall she will ...
  A: I just recently answered a question like this one and the answer is pretty much the same. Even ...
in heat7/10/2008
  Q: I have a 9 month old miniature or toy parti poodle. She is 9 months old and is in heat. I am ...
  A: No, it is not necessarily a bad idea to breed your girl when she is old enough. You will want to ...
fur discoloration7/9/2008
  Q: My mom has a toy poodle that is about ten years old and is on medication for thyroid condition and ...
  A: Actually, the Thyroid medication that your dog is taking is most likely the cause of your mom's dogs ...
poodle / miniture schnauzer mix puppy teeth7/8/2008
  Q: when do poodle mix pups loose their back teeth?
  A: Most puppies loose their puppy teeth around 6-9 months of age, depending on the individual dog. It ...
breeding age7/7/2008
  Q: I know most say dont breed till they are about 1.5 to 2 yrs old, what I cant find is what age is too ...
  A: The reason that dogs do this behavior goes back to wild dogs that bury their food. Your dogs are ...
Poodles-smooth coat?7/6/2008
  Q: I was told by a friend that they really do exist, but I cannot find anything about them on the ...
  A: To my knowledge, I have never heard of a "Smooth" coated Poodle. I know that when poodles are ...
ear infections7/5/2008
  Q: my toy poodle gets ear infections it seems like every other week. The vet said change her diet, we ...
  A: First off, make sure that your Groomer is pulling the hair out of the ears and cleaning them with a ...
poor circulation?/cold rear end weak hind legs7/5/2008
  Q: I have a 10 year old female teacup poodle named Keita. We (Keita and I go everywhere together)were ...
  A: Sorry to hear about the Wolf Hound and about Keita. There are some things you can do to help her ...
Poodle color7/3/2008
  Q: I am thinking of purchasing a silver standard poodle male. His parents are silver and a rather ...
  A: Since the Silver color is a fading gene, it is hard to tell what color your dog will eventually be. ...
breeding age7/2/2008
  Q: I know most say dont breed till they are about 1.5 to 2 yrs old, what I cant find is what age is too ...
  A: Yes, you should wait until a dog is at least 2 yrs old to breed them because this gives their bodies ...
Dog food thats right?7/2/2008
  Q: I have a 2yo pekingese-poodle mix who seems more poodle then pekingese and has a sensitive stomach. ...
  A: There are so many different kinds of commerical dog foods on the market today that its hard to ...
poodle does not play well with others7/1/2008
  Q: Our 4 yr old standard (neutered male) is a well behaved dog but just doesn't play well with other ...
  A: I would try the Phone Book first to see what and who they have listed. Next, call your local Vet ...
poodle mix7/1/2008
  Q: how big does a poodle mix get???
  A: This answer can be as different as there are breeds of dogs out there. The size of a Poodle mix ...
Mini Poodle6/30/2008
  Q: How long does it take for a mini poodle's pregnancy last ? Am I supposed to take my dog a shower ?
  A: As to the question of how long does a Poodles pregnancy last, it is 63 days from the first time your ...
Mini poodle mix skin scales6/29/2008
  Q: Every night my poodle mix (not sure what she's mixed with) itches a bit and likes to move around, ...
  A: There could be several reasons that your poodle mix is scratching. If you don't see fleas or ticks, ...
poodle does not play well with others6/29/2008
  Q: Our 4 yr old standard (neutered male) is a well behaved dog but just doesn't play well with other ...
  A: The first thing I would try would be Obedience classes for your boy. They would give him some ...
My 9mo poodle has 2 red circles6/28/2008
  Q: My 9mo old toy poodle CODY has 2 red markings in a patching circle form under his chin and on the ...
  A: I can't make an honest diagnosis without actually seeing your dog, but it sounds like it could be ...
toy poodle's strange poops!6/27/2008
  Q: I have a healthy (at least, I thought), energetic, friendly toy poodle. He is about 8 months old, ...
  A: The only thing I could think of that would cause small poops would be the fact that there may be ...
Jack... update6/26/2008
  Q: Just want to keep you posted on our now 13 month old red standard poodle, Jack. He is an awesome ...
  A: We'll just have to call him Jack "The Lady's Man". Good to hear that he is slowly coming around. ...
standard poodle size6/25/2008
  Q: I understand that one cannot predict how large or small their standard poodle will be, but with some ...
  A: You are right, its pretty hard to guestimate how big a puppy is going to be just by looking at it ...
My poodle skin6/24/2008
  Q: I have a female toy poddle who is 11 months and lately I have been noticing that her color skin is ...
  A: Your poodles skin color could be due to a couple of things. It could be due to the fact that she is ...
toy poodle6/23/2008
  Q: i am inteterested in one of your toy poodles your giving away i would love to give one of your ...
  A: I think you have me mistaken for someone else. I raise Standard Poodles and my puppies go for ...
BEST DAY FOR BREEDING6/21/2008
  Q: I HAVE A MALE AND FEMALE STANDARD POODLES. THE FEMALE HAS BEEN IN HEAT FOR 8 DAYS NOW AND THE MALE ...
  A: The best time for breeding is about 9-11 days after you first see blood. Your female should let you ...
MIN. Poodles6/20/2008
  Q: Yes I jus bought my kids an min poodle today and they said that she is 6 wks old but i think she is ...
  A: You should be aware of any breeder that will sell a puppy younger than 8 weeks old. It is important ...
itching poodle puppy6/20/2008
  Q: I think our 12 week old black standard pup got into something on a walk in the woods where there ...
  A: It could be a reaction to alot of things that he might have been exposed to. Dogs can react to ...
red poodle6/16/2008
  Q: I have a red poodle and when he was about 3 yeas old he got dark red (almost brown)spots...on his ...
  A: Sounds to me like even though you can't see any skin damage, that he got some kind of disturbance on ...
Should I buy her? (runt of the litter)6/15/2008
  Q: I've decided to buy a toy poodle. I went to the breeder today and I fell in love with a baby 3 weeks ...
  A: If you have your heart set on this little girl then go ahead and plan on getting her. There are a ...
mini poddles and how can they be in danger6/12/2008
  Q: hi i have a mini poddle and we in two thought of getting her snipped or breeding her she not very ...
  A: It is best for the interest of your dog to get her spayed. This helps eliminate her risk for ...
miniature poodle mix behavior6/12/2008
  Q: Do miniature poodle mixed dogs get along well with cats? We want to adopt a 3 year old miniature ...
  A: Whether or not this particular dog will get along with cats or not depends on the individual dog, ...
Size of Newborn6/11/2008
  Q: I have a female toy poodle that weighs about 8 pounds and stands about 9 1/2 inches at the shoulder ...
  A: First off, you should keep the Poodle types within their own type, ie Toy to Toy and Miniature to ...
severe anxiety6/11/2008
  Q: My 3 year old cocapoo has severe anxiety I belive. She will chew on crate bars when crated, but will ...
  A: There are a couple of things you can try that may work for your dog. First off, try sleeping in an ...
food6/10/2008
  Q: I HAVE A TOY POODLE.HE SEEMS TO HAVE DRY HAIR AND ITCHING. IS BIL-JAC A GOOD DOG FOOD FOR HIM AND ...
  A: Most of the higher Pet Store foods are good quality for dogs and will help skin and coat. Try to ...
poodles6/10/2008
  Q: we have a mini poodle and a toy,they are both akc reg.what will happen if we breed the 2.what would ...
  A: First off, you should keep the Poodle types within their own type, ie Toy to Toy and Miniature to ...
???6/10/2008
  Q: I've been really wanting to bake my toy poodle bambam peanut butter biscuits but him afraid if he ...
  A: If you are unsure about peanut butter then don't give your dog any. Most dogs don't have a problem ...
Toy Poodle Breeding6/9/2008
  Q: I have a 3yo female toy poodle that I would like to breed from. She is currently on heat. I have not ...
  A: 3 yrs old is a good age to start breeding. By this time, she has matured enough to be ready to ...
Tear staining6/8/2008
  Q: I also was wondering if you beliee in the use of Angel Eyes for poodles? Our silver poodle tears ...
  A: I haven't used any of the stain removing products myself, but have heard of success stories by other ...
Poodle hair color chaging6/8/2008
  Q: Kim - We have a silver toy poodle that is 3 years old. She was a pretty grey clor but we recently ...
  A: As your Vet suggested, your dog may have suffered some kind of trauma or hot spot that caused some ...
flea control6/8/2008
  Q: Do poodles react differently to flea control products. My roomates poodle does ont seem to be ...
  A: The best product that you can use as far as flea and tick control is Frontline Plus. The best way ...
hair loss6/8/2008
  Q: i have a 7 year old tiny toy poodle, in feb he got into some window screen and had to be shaved ...
  A: I am wondering if there was any skin damage that was caused due to the window screen pricking the ...
Bichon/Poodle Mix Aggression6/5/2008
  Q: I have a year-old male Bichon/Poodle mix named Diesel who has been having a problem with aggression ...
  A: Actually, this is a problem that needs to be addressed by a professional (you need a Dog ...
POODLE BLIDING6/3/2008
  Q: MY GIRL POODLE IS BLEADIN AND I DONT KNOW IF ITS HER PIRIOD SHES MINATURE AND 9 MONTHS
  A: Yes, it sounds like your female Poodle is in heat. Female dogs tend to come into heat around 9-12 ...
Poodle breeding6/3/2008
  Q: I have a 2 year old toy poodle who is now around 6.5 lbs and am looking for a stud and someone told ...
  A: It shouldn't matter if the male is a bit on the large side, but he shouldn't be much more than 1-1 ...
my poddle6/2/2008
  Q: at what age does poddles come in heat
  A: Most Poodles will come into heat around 9-12 months of age. If you intend to spay them, its best to ...
poodles growth5/31/2008
  Q: At what age does a toy or minature poodle finish growing?
  A: It varies from dog to dog, but with a Toy its around a year to fifteen months, and with a Miniature ...
breeding of my poodle5/30/2008
  Q: I have a female toy poodle she weighs 4 1/2 pounds and she is 6 years old,h never been mated. What ...
  A: It can be difficult to tell what a mixed breed dog is going to look like. You never know what you ...
Standard poodle breeding5/29/2008
  Q: I have breeding quality Standard Poodles I am wondering at what age should the female be my male is ...
  A: As a Breeder for over 10 yrs now I prefer to breed my girls at 2 yrs old. This gives them time to ...
Toy Male Poodle not completely neutered5/29/2008
  Q: We rescued a toy poodle September 2005 and he is about 3 1/2 years old. Groomer showed us that one ...
  A: Chances are that your Poodle hasn't been neutered yet and is just what is called a Cryptorchid, or a ...
My 4y/o mini poodle & her seizures5/28/2008
  Q: I'm not so much looking for answers, but a little support and alot more knowledge. I have a ...
  A: Sorry to hear about your Seizures Jetta, but there is hope and your mom might be able to help you a ...
bad teeth5/28/2008
  Q: My toy poodle has really bad teeth. Apparently I didn't have her teeth cleaned often enough. Now she ...
  A: Unfortunately, as with our teeth, if we don't take care of them we loose them. With our dogs its ...
Is my Miniature Poodle Pregnant?5/27/2008
  Q: I would like to know if there is a way I can find out if my poodle is pregnant. Today is April 26th ...
  A: This sounds like it could be a false pregnancy, but you can never tell with some dogs until they ...
My show toy poodle is oversized!!5/27/2008
  Q: I'm here to ask for help. I've bought a toy poodle in Feb and she's now 21 weeks old. I bought her ...
  A: Sorry about your Poodles size. Its sometimes hard to tell what size they will be when they are ...
9 year old toy poodle5/27/2008
  Q: My 9 year old toy poodle is all of a sudden hell bent on running away. If I take him out somewhere ...
  A: There could be several reasons that your dog is acting like this. Some dogs do get disoriented and ...
STANDARD POODLE TAIL INFECTION5/26/2008
  Q: My Standard Poodle Charlie has had an issue withhis tail recently. It was very swollen and hard a ...
  A: You didn't say exactly where the sore is located. If its on either side of the anus, then it is ...
toy poodle puppy - seizures5/26/2008
  Q: I have a 4 month old toy poodle. He's had two seizures within three weeks. The breeder insists ...
  A: I have a Std Poodle that had a seizure when he was about 5 months so though its uncommon, its not ...
aprcot stanard poodle5/25/2008
  Q: jaffa is 11years old , he has lost a lot of hair on his back it seems to be in straight lines looks ...
  A: I would take your dog to the Vet to have him checked for Ringworm. Ringworm is a contagious virus ...
MINIATURE POODLE SCAB HAIR LOSS5/25/2008
  Q: MINIATURE FEMALE POODLE ADULT HAD SCAB ON MID/LOWER BACK AND SEEMS LIKE SHE'S LOSING HER HAIR IN ...
  A: I recently answered a question like yours and here is the answer I gave them. Your dog could have ...
is she pregnant?5/24/2008
  Q: How can I tell if my poodle is pregnant ? is been about week since she was breed ...is it there any ...
  A: Chances are good that your female is pregnant from that breeding. You did good by breeding on the ...
My toy poodles had babies5/22/2008
  Q: My female poodle and male poodle had 3 babies 2 boys and 1 girl. I'm giving away the two boys and ...
  A: Congratulations Juan on your puppies. You can leave the girl with the dad until about 7-9 months ...
toy poodle5/22/2008
  Q: I have two dogs a male toy poodle his 1year 6months old and a female Chihuahua she's 1year.I ...
  A: Your male could just be over-excited at having a girl in the house. Your female could also be ...
teacup poodle5/22/2008
  Q: My 5 yr old teacup poodle has ALWAYS gone on the wee-wee pad.I left her with a friend this weekend ...
  A: There are a couple of things you can do to help stop your girl from going on your rugs. Make sure ...
poodle5/20/2008
  Q: I have a toy poodle, she is 11 years old and is very spoiled. she has lost her top 3 teeth. is this ...
  A: It is normal for an older dog to lose teeth as they age, but not good for the dog. Since she has ...
picky eater5/19/2008
  Q: My toy poodle is very picky. She's pregnant and its become even harder to get her to eat but its ...
  A: I would try mixing this diet into her dry food to see if she will eat it better. If she still won't ...
ovulation5/19/2008
  Q: white, weight about 8 lb. 1 year and 9 month old she has her period Thursday 8th (star bleeding ...
  A: You need to count 9 days from the first day you see blood and that is when she is ready to be bred. ...
breeding5/18/2008
  Q: how can you tell if your dog is pregant, and how long before she has her puppies?
  A: You can't tell if your dog is pregnant just by looking at her. Start by figuring out when she was ...
pregnant toy poodle5/17/2008
  Q: according to an ultrasound my dog had done at the vet's last week, she is now about 7 weeks ...
  A: There are several things you can do to help your dog to be with you in the bedroom, but keep her ...
noses on toy poodles5/15/2008
  Q: I bought my toy poodle in February and I was under the understanding that he was a teacup, but has ...
  A: It sounds like your Poodle is a Toy not a Teacup. Toys tend to average 6-10 lbs. and are no taller ...
12 yr old Toy Poodle Skin Age Sores, Collapsing Trachea, Vitamins5/14/2008
  Q: My baby is a 12 year old toy poodle named Candy. She is 4.4 lbs and is a white toy poodle with pink ...
  A: You and Candy sound perfect together and you both seem happy, which is good. Some of the things I ...
silver poodle5/14/2008
  Q: I have a 1 year rescued standard. Face is very silver, with ears that are mixed silver and black. ...
  A: It sounds like your boy is going to be a Blue Standard Poodle. I have a 1 yr old Standard Poodle, ...
shih-poo5/12/2008
  Q: I'M CONSIDERING PURCHASING A SHIH-POO, 2 MONTHS OLD, VET CAME TO VISIT HER AT THE PET STORE AND SAID ...
  A: I can't be for certain without seeing her, but there could be further problems when she gets her ...
skin color change5/12/2008
  Q: We have 2 white adopted poodles (unsure of age). I began bathing them with a whitening shampoo, ...
  A: This skin color is actually helping your dogs to protect them from Sunburn. Since their skin is ...
straight hair5/9/2008
  Q: I have a MO old red toy poodle. his hair under his chin and on his rear are curling but the rest of ...
  A: I couldn't read how old your poodle is, but if he is under 9-12 months old, he should get his curly ...
Bad Breath5/9/2008
  Q: I have a 5 month old toy poodle. I have been told by our vet each visit that she is in great health, ...
  A: Some dogs are more prone to bad breath than others, it is just something that happens. Make sure ...
Getting poodle to pee in one spot5/6/2008
  Q: My poodle mix is housebroken. He has been peeing all over the yard, just about wherever and whenever ...
  A: You might take him to his Vet and have a check-up just to make sure there is nothing wrong with his ...
Getting poodle to pee in one spot5/6/2008
  Q: My poodle mix is housebroken. He has been peeing all over the yard, just about wherever and whenever ...
  A: You didn't say if your puppy is neutered or not. This would make a difference because if he isn't, ...
toy poodle5/4/2008
  Q: i have a 13 month old toy poodle but she has not had come into season yet.because she is a small ...
  A: Your Poodle should come into heat around 7-12 months of age, but I have seen them go as long as 18 ...
toy poodle5/2/2008
  Q: i have female toy poodle that is 6 months old when wll she come in heat and hold old should she be ...
  A: I just wanted to say that there wasn't 5 hours that passed from the time you wrote your question to ...
Toy Poodles in Heat4/30/2008
  Q: My toy poodle had puppies 3.5 months ago. She shouldn't be in heat till June. I caught her and my ...
  A: Most females will go into heat again about 5-6 months after having puppies. Some females will come ...
fetching4/29/2008
  Q: I have a 3 yr old female standard poodle. She is very obedient and loving and I have gone through ...
  A: Just wanted to say that if you ever want to swap Poodle Tails or Pics etc, you can contact me at ...
constipation4/27/2008
  Q: I have a toy poodle puppy 13 wks. male. he eats fresh meat in the afternoon and puppy biscuits in ...
  A: Your dogs diet sounds like it could be the cause of your dogs constipation situation. Fresh meat is ...
Is my Miniature Poodle Pregnant?4/26/2008
  Q: I would like to know if there is a way I can find out if my poodle is pregnant. Today is April 26th ...
  A: The best way to find out if she is pregnant would be to take her to your Vet and have them do an ...
biting dog4/25/2008
  Q: My poodle puppy (actually also part Schnauzer, we believe) loves to bite at my hands and arms -- and ...
  A: Chances are that your puppy is just doing this because he is a bit mouthy and not for aggression. ...
running with a standard poodle4/24/2008
  Q: I have been running for 3 miles at a time with my newly adopted 3 yr old poodle and it dawned on me ...
  A: Your Poodle should be fine running along with you. Do make sure to bring water with you on very hot ...
grooming4/22/2008
  Q: At what age can you start full body grooming? I recently got a puppy and his body hair is over a ...
  A: You should be able to start grooming him now. When you take him to the groomer, request a Puppy ...
Getting puppy to "come"4/21/2008
  Q: Our puppy is 3 1/2 months old and has become a very good friend. He does well with walking with us ...
  A: I have a couple of suggestions that might interest you for your puppy. The first is don't ever tell ...
hair loss in teacup poodle puppy4/20/2008
  Q: heres an update on my teacup poodle with hair loss. its been a few weeks and most of her hair is ...
  A: You might think about contacting a lawyer to see about the Pet Store replacing your dog if you want ...
TOY POODLE4/19/2008
  Q: CAN YOU HEAR PUPPIES INSIDE THE MOTHER ON A FETAL MONITOR
  A: No, a fetal monitor only registers the heart beats and can tell you how many hearts are beating, but ...
adopt or not?4/18/2008
  Q: We have a 9 year old spayed female boxer. We are looking to adopt a younger dog additionally. we ...
  A: In this case, size really doesn't matter as to whether a dog will mark or not. Its more to do with ...
my poodle4/18/2008
  Q: about a year and a half ago, my poodle of 5 years suddenly couldn't move her back legs. What is ...
  A: There could be several reasons that your Poodle suddenly lost control of her back legs. She could ...
adopt or not?4/18/2008
  Q: We have a 9 year old spayed female boxer. We are looking to adopt a younger dog additionally. we ...
  A: With males that have been marking most of their lives, it is difficult for them to stop. He is a yr ...
hair loss in teacup poodle puppy4/17/2008
  Q: my teacup poodle is three months. i bought her from a pet store a month ago and she had beautiful ...
  A: The fact that she came from a pet store could be her problem. Breeders that sell to pet shops are ...
miniature poodles4/16/2008
  Q: I have just recently lost my 17 year old poodle. I don't have to tell you my heart was broken. I ...
  A: So Sorry for your Loss and my heart goes out to you. I also just recently lost my 11 yr old Black ...
toy poodle color4/16/2008
  Q: I have a 6 mo old male black toy poodle, my question is he has a white mark on his chin and white ...
  A: Your Poodle isn't of poor breeding. Sometimes a breeder will breed her dog to another of a ...
poodle hair4/15/2008
  Q: I have a 10mo. old black mini. Her hair on top of her head is very thick and wooly, grows very ...
  A: The thicker hair on your poodle shows that her hair is more "Show Quality" rather than a more loose ...
How long is pregnacy last4/15/2008
  Q: I have a five year old Minture Poodle who we think is pregnant, we are not sure. She went into heat ...
  A: Female dogs have regular heat cycles about every 6 months, or twice a year. Females will stay in ...
Shitz/Poodle4/14/2008
  Q: My dog is 8 weeks old. She is 1 1/2 lb. Brought her home 2 days ago. She only wants to sleep. ...
  A: Your puppy is most likely missing her mother and siblings. You can put a tick-tock clock near her ...
fighting4/13/2008
  Q: when i walk my toy poodle of 6 months he wants to fight every dog he meets gets very aggressive when ...
  A: This question is a bit advanced for me. My advise would be to get professional help on this. You ...
age of poodle4/11/2008
  Q: I just bought a poodle from a breeder and was told it was 9 months old. Several people have told us ...
  A: There is not any real accurate way to guess a dogs age just by looking at him. You might talk to ...
Miniature Poodles4/11/2008
  Q: How often do miniature poodles get the period? She is like 4 or 5.
  A: Female dogs usually get their first heat around 8-12 months of age. They then have regular heat ...
kennel cough and no bark mini poodle4/9/2008
  Q: I adopted a mini poodle from a rescue group that gets left over breeder rejects. I love her she ...
  A: I won't be able to answer all of your question, but I can speculate on some of it. I assume that ...
Male dog lifts his leg to poop4/7/2008
  Q: I have an 8 month old min poodle/shitzu mix and he has started to lift his leg to poop! He tries to ...
  A: I have not only heard of dogs doing this, I had a male that would do it. It is typically a male ...
poodle puppies4/6/2008
  Q: I had a litter of toy poodles a week ago Friday and the 4 pups have been doing well. This afternoon ...
  A: You might observe him for just a bit longer, but if he still isn't eating and still crying, I would ...
grooming and submissive urination4/5/2008
  Q: I have a female standard poodle that is just over a year old, it seems since we we have had her ...
  A: Don't worry, your girl should be able to be brought out of this, it will just take patience and ...
poodle4/4/2008
  Q: Are poodles good with kids?
  A: Most Poodles make great pets for kids. The Miniature and Standard Poodles have temperaments that ...
Having puppies4/3/2008
  Q: my mother have a 9 1/2 female toy poddle and she would like to get her to have puppies, ...
  A: In my personal opinion, 9 1/2 yrs is a bit old for your dog to be having puppies. Her body may have ...
Poodle4/2/2008
  Q: I have a four month old 3.78 pd. poodle. She continually will growl and bite at our feet and pant ...
  A: Hey Jane, Though this may seem like play to your girl, she is developing habits now that she will ...
introducing a toy poodle to a shitzu/poodle cross3/31/2008
  Q: The dogs are: a 6 month old Toy poodle from a breeder who could not sell her and she became out of 7 ...
  A: The best thing to do is to try and let them work it out as best as possible and only intervene if ...
My poodle3/31/2008
  Q: I have a 7 yrs. old female poodle, she is only 4.5 pounds. Recently we noticed she is losing hair on ...
  A: There can be a number of reasons that dogs lose hair on their bodies. It can be due to internal ...
Urine Stains3/30/2008
  Q: I have a 4 1/2 month old Standard Female Poodle who is cream/white. She has dark orange stains all ...
  A: These stains you refer to on your dog are quite common in dogs with white or light colored hair. ...
sudden weight loss3/30/2008
  Q: our toy poodle, age 8, has lost about 2 lbs. from his 9 lb. frame within the past two months. the ...
  A: To be honest, this is not my area of expertise and I don't want to lead you wrong on this. I will ...
hair loss in my male poodle3/29/2008
  Q: I have a male toy poodle about 7 years old. He has very flaky looking skin and dark brown spots ...
  A: Your dog could have several things going on that could be the cause of his hair-loss. It sounds most ...
extreem sheding by black male standard poodle3/29/2008
  Q: I have an eight year old male poodle. He is a love and we adore him. However for the last few months ...
  A: Jean, I saw that you mentioned that Sam loved to eat Crazins that drop onto the floor. I am not ...
Hair Discoloration3/28/2008
  Q: We noticed recently that our apricot-colored toy poodle has developed 2 brown spotted areas. We ...
  A: Your dogs discoloration could be caused by a number of things. She could be starting to change ...
my standard poodle needs a mate3/28/2008
  Q: I know my male standard poodle is full breed, but I no longer have his papers. And I really don't ...
  A: Before getting a "girlfriend" for your Poodle, you should decide if you really want to breed your ...
sister poodles3/27/2008
  Q: I have 2 female litter mates who will be 3 4/24. They were bought several months apart and got along ...
  A: Sounds like Belle is becoming the dominate one over her sister. She is just telling Tink that she ...
miniature 8 months poodle with underbite3/26/2008
  Q: Our family is looking to purchase a miniature poodle. The original breeder of the mini girl is good ...
  A: I checked with a few sites on the net about dogs with an underbite and most said that these dogs ...
My 4 year old naughty poodle3/23/2008
  Q: Adopted at age 10 mos, because the owner "couldn't handle her" - she became a great companion for ...
  A: Actually, a pacifier is exactly what this is. She is sucking on the end of the blanket and ...
Close Face & Feet3/20/2008
  Q: I just picked my blue standard up from the groomer and it looks like she was shaved too close on her ...
  A: This is a common problem with dogs that get shaved close on their body. It could be that the ...
My poor poodle!3/18/2008
  Q: Today, my 10 year old daughter took our dog Angel, for a walk. i'm at work when she does it. i ...
  A: I checked on the net for any conditions that this might sound like and couldn't come up with ...
Expert Labman3/14/2008
  Q: I received your message and I just want to know why you feel it is necessary to be so rude. I really ...
  A: I think you clicked my name by mistake instead of Labman. I am expert Kim Wingate and I give a ...
Urination frequency3/14/2008
  Q: My 5 1/2 mo male toy poodle is trained to "go" outside, but now stands by the door every half hour ...
  A: Sounds like you are going to re-train him to go potty by getting him on a schedule of going outside ...
Mixing new puppy with 11 year old dog3/13/2008
  Q: We have a standard 11 year old, he is very much part of our family. Lives in the home, sleeps with ...
  A: Yes, I think that taking the classes together would be good for them, because since they aren't on ...
Mixing new puppy with 11 year old dog3/11/2008
  Q: We have a standard 11 year old, he is very much part of our family. Lives in the home, sleeps with ...
  A: It can be very hard to introduce new dogs into the home of an existing dog, because you are bringing ...
poodle...3/11/2008
  Q: I have my black lab mix for 4 years, and a couple weeks ago i got a poodle. My lab tends to shed a ...
  A: <so i don't let him go upstairs but i do let my poodle> It shouldn't be a problem for your Lab ...
miniature poodle puppy3/11/2008
  Q: I would like to ask how big should a 3 month old mini be? It is a female.
  A: Depending on the size of your puppies parents, your girl should be about 6-8 lbs. and 6-10" at the ...
standard poodle that sheds?3/7/2008
  Q: Can you provide some expert insight into why my 16 month old purebred black standard male is ...
  A: Actually there is no such thing as a non-shedding dog. All Poodles will shed the little balls that ...
Poodle-Bichon indoor marking3/3/2008
  Q: I rescued this dog when he was a year old and I was his third owner because he marks indoors ...
  A: Most dogs that have problems marking in the house are doing so because there is still the smell of ...
miniture poodle is vomitting yellow vomit3/1/2008
  Q: occasionally she vomitts a yellow discharge from her mouth which is very thick and slimy ,could you ...
  A: This kind of vomit is usually bile from the stomach and is caused by the stomach being upset. There ...
Standard Poodle....squashed esophagus2/29/2008
  Q: I was reading some of your postings and saw a recent one that mentioned a "squashed esophagus" and ...
  A: Sometimes when you get a dog that pulls on their collar alot or if you are heavy handed on a little ...
my gray miniature poodle2/27/2008
  Q: We have a 6 month old miniature. We got him a month ago. He is still not asking to go out and will ...
  A: One of the most successful ideas that I have found for teaching your dog to let you know when he has ...
Pregnant poodle2/26/2008
  Q: My poodle was recently bred with an anatolion shepard,will it be hard for her to birth them?
  A: If your Poodle (I assume you are referring to a Standard Poodle) was truly impregnated by this ...
hair loss2/25/2008
  Q: I have a small toy poodle, he is loosing his hair, on his back legs and behind, he use to have a ...
  A: Any time that you have hair-loss and rough skin, there is a good chance of some kind of skin ...
coloring2/25/2008
  Q: It is me again. If the mom is suppose to have been brown and the dad is said to be white, how come ...
  A: As for color, Black is the most Dominate color and if there is black dogs in your pups background, ...
poodle2/24/2008
  Q: i got a little apricot poodle from a man, who wasn't very nice to her, its a long story, well shes ...
  A: I just answered another question like yours where the Poodle was nervous around the Husband and ...
Behavior2/24/2008
  Q: I have a standard poodle I purchased 6 month ago from a breeder. She is almost 2 yrs old and was ...
  A: The best kind of Obedience class would be one where you start off with a private lesson then move on ...
Behavior2/23/2008
  Q: I have a standard poodle I purchased 6 month ago from a breeder. She is almost 2 yrs old and was ...
  A: Sounds like your Poodle is a bit insecure and dependent on you. You can help her by getting her out ...
loose bm2/23/2008
  Q: I have a four month old miniature poodle. He was given to me at three months by a friend of a ...
  A: I would say that a normal BM for a Poodle would be around 2-3 times a day on average. As for what ...
My toy poodle2/23/2008
  Q: We got our toy poodle when she was 4 months old from a breeder. I told the breeder I did not want a ...
  A: The AKC Standard states that the Toy Poodle should not exceed 10" at the shoulder and that anything ...
White Spot on Black2/22/2008
  Q: Some miniature and toy poodles who are black will have a spot of white on their coats, usually on ...
  A: Most of the time, if a dog has white spots that aren't permanent, they will be mostly in the chest ...
9 month old timid neutered male standard poodle2/21/2008
  Q: JACK is a beautiful now 9 month old DARK RED smaller STANDARD poodle that we brought home from a ...
  A: Hey again Patty, Sounds like you are doing all the right things with Jack to help him acclimate ...
Breeding2/21/2008
  Q: At what age should you breed your dogs, and should the female be breed the first heat or second?
  A: The opportune time to breed your female is when she is around 2 yrs of age. This gives her body ...
my sick poodle2/21/2008
  Q: i just got my poodle 5 days ago she was born in november today she has been laying around not moving ...
  A: I wouldn't be able to diagnose your pet without more information and without seeing her. If you ...
Seizure?2/19/2008
  Q: My 4 1/2 year old standard had what I assume was a seizure on 2/17/08. She was laying on our bed ...
  A: I checked out some sites about Canine Epilepsy and this site was the most helpful. ...
poodles2/17/2008
  Q: I have been told that different color poodles have different temperaments. I am also curious whether ...
  A: I have been raising Standard Poodles for awhile now and have seen a temperment difference in the ...
food quantity2/17/2008
  Q: just acquired a 15 week old 5 lb. female toy poodle. She was on dry food, my vet said to switch her ...
  A: I don't think you are over-feeding her, but if she seems hungry throughout the day, you might give ...
food quantity2/17/2008
  Q: just acquired a 15 week old 5 lb. female toy poodle. She was on dry food, my vet said to switch her ...
  A: I would mix her dry food with the canned food instead of just giving the canned straight. This will ...
recessive gene breeding2/17/2008
  Q: I am looking at buying a standard poodle that was accidently bred by 2 poodles that are both ...
  A: When buying any Puppy, you should always find out what health problems exist in the parents ...
Fur changing color2/15/2008
  Q: My 9 year old toy white poodle has a spot of light brown fur that appeared a couple of weeks ago. ...
  A: Sometimes when a Poodle gets a scab or injury and it damages the hair follicles the hair will grow ...
stomach noises2/13/2008
  Q: I have a 10 wk old teacup poodle. She has been eating well with no problems. She now has gurgling ...
  A: It sounds like your Poodle may just be taking in some air when she eats her food. The noise you ...
rear right leg non-usage2/9/2008
  Q: My seven pound toy poodle jumped off the bed and has hurt her right rear leg. She's holding it high ...
  A: You should get your poodle to the Vet right away. It sounds as if the leg is probably broken, and ...
housetraining issues with a former puppy mill poodle2/6/2008
  Q: I have some questions regarding Ebby, our black toy poodle. We got Ebby from our children's ...
  A: It can be a tricky problem re-housetraining a dog that has been used to going in a crate her whole ...
14 year old standard male poodle2/6/2008
  Q: Reggie has been a PERFECT dog for 14 years. In the last month, he has begun crying to go out at ...
  A: You might want to take Reggie into the Vet and have his urine checked to see if he could be having ...
Breeding Poodles2/5/2008
  Q: I have 2 toy poodles 1 female that is 2 years old and a male that will be 1 year old March 13th.My ...
  A: Dogs come into heat about 2 times a year, and tend to stay in heat for about 2-3 weeks. First you ...

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