2007-01-10 05:01:32 · 12 answers · asked by margaret t 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
From smallest to largest: Toy, Miniature, Standard.
Teacup is not an actual breed. If you see a Teacup Poodle, it's likely from a backyard breeder who is breeding specifically for the smaller size, usually with disregard to temprement or other health issues.
2007-01-10 05:05:47 · answer #1 · answered by lrachelle 3 · 5⤊ 1⤋
Have you ever seen a toy poodle wearing a sweater or vest outside? Seems cute, but when you breed a dog with a natural size of 40-50 pounds down to, say 8 pounds, their metabolism is not right for their size.
When some backyard breeder comes up with a "teacup", even smaller, you are looking at a dog that can be frail and may shiver INSIDE your house. If you want a pet that size, get a gerbil or even a house cat.
The opposite is true of extra large - "Royal Standard". In their case, their physical structure, joints especially, may not be up to carrying around their extra frame.
From smallest to largest, the order is: Toy, Miniature, Standard. That's It.
2007-01-11 05:28:01 · answer #2 · answered by Steve C 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Poodles come in three sizes. Toy poodles (the smallest), miniature poodles (the next smallest), and standard poodles (these are large dogs).
There is no such thing as a teacup poodle. If someone uses this term, they are a backyard breeder and do not know enough about the breed to be breeding them. This is a sure sign of an irresponsible breeder, do NOT buy from them.
2007-01-10 05:08:41 · answer #3 · answered by Steel 3 · 3⤊ 0⤋
A "teacup" is not a true size as far as registration goes. But it is descriptive in indicating the dog SHOULD be smaller than the average toy sized poodle. It doesn't always turn out to be the case, though. Often times the breeding that goes into getting the smallest sized pups turns out creating health problems galore.
2007-01-10 05:34:56 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
there's no such thing as a "teacup" poodle. Thats a scam term used to sell sickly runts for a high price tag. TOYS are the smallest.. anything under 10 inches is a TOY poodle Life expectancy depends on more than how tall the dog is.. it comes down to genetics and care. Find a breeder who does proper health testing and research on the pedigrees... any size of poodle can have the potential to live anywhere from 12-17+ years, it just depends on genetics and care. There's no difference between loyalty, companionship and intelligence. Standards, minis and toys all make good pets, and are highly trainable.
2016-05-23 04:55:33 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are three sizes:
Toy (under 10 inches)
Miniature (10-15 inches)
Standard (over 15 inches).
There is no such thing as a "teacup" poodle, it is a marketing term used to bilk uneducated buyers into paying more for an undersized dog.
2007-01-10 06:06:27 · answer #6 · answered by DaBasset - BYBs kill dogs 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Teacup isn't actually a size. Irresponsible morons started breeds runts together more and more until they bred this tiny, full of health problems, short lifed, dog that people are paying tons of money for just to use as a decoration. I feel so bad for these poor little dogs! Toy poodles are a size.
2007-01-10 05:06:21 · answer #7 · answered by MasLoozinIt76 6 · 4⤊ 2⤋
Teacup is not a size recognized by the AKC. The "real" size/breed catagories are Toy (smallest, 10" or under), Miniature and Standard.
2007-01-10 05:07:28 · answer #8 · answered by Enchanted 7 · 3⤊ 1⤋
and There are standards made by AKC and those are Toy Miniature and Standard.However occasionally even in the best of genes a puppy will be smaller than usual.If you aren't planning on showing and the breeder is reputable,Go ahead and get what you want .Make sure you trust the Breeder ,see both parents,the place where they are housed,health certificates for checkups ,worming and shots.Make sure there is a simple easy to understand warranty.Also a good Breeder will give you some simple ways to care for your new baby and a phone number to call in case of emergency.Tiny puppies shouldn.t be left alone for long periods of time and they are like having a new child they require your undivided attention.Be informed before you jump into a full time adventure!!!!!!Your new puppy should have its 1st and maybe even its second shot before you bring it home and be sure it has adequate teeth to eat.Look for pink gums and teeth.Hope this helps!!!!!!!
2007-01-10 05:35:32 · answer #9 · answered by mcnatt c 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Teacup
Tiny Toy
Toy
Miniature
Standard
I have a tiny toy and a standard, my tiny toy is 8lbs and my standard is 65. If you want to know more about the breed just ask me! I have made poodles my life. I love them!
p.s. the only sizes recognized by the AKC are toy, miniature, and standard.
2007-01-10 05:10:31 · answer #10 · answered by Purple Pixie 2 · 1⤊ 3⤋