Many people think that teddy and poodle are two different breeds of dogs. In fact, a teddy is just a way of grooming a poodle. The exact origin of the poodle is unknown, but its development peaked in the 19th and 20th centuries and was often used for hunting, shows, etc. Until now, the teddy has become the most common breed, and almost many dog ​​lovers have this petite but intelligent dog as a pet.

The teddy, also known as the toy poodle, was popular in the French court from Louis XIV to Louis XVI. Miniature Poodles and Toy Poodles appear in 17th century paintings. They were in the 18th century and It was also popular in circuses in the 19th century. First introduced to the United States in the late 1800s, it didn't become popular until after World War II, where it remained for 20 The title of the most popular variety of the year. Poodles, also known as "poodles", are very intelligent and love hunting dog breeds. Loyalty and positive personality also make it have many liked "fans".

Poodles are divided into three types: standard, miniature and toy. There is also a giant poodle, but it is relatively rare, and they are only different in size.

An important reason why many people like to keep a teddy dog ​​is that it is not easy to shed and has less body odor. Excellent adaptability makes it a very popular choice.

Form of Teddy dog ​​

Teddy is smart, lively, good-natured, easy to approach people, and a loyal dog. Movement is also very agile, smart and graceful, square structure, well-proportioned, powerful and confident pace, has extraordinary temperament and unique dignity, and can be a little stubborn at times, and the Teddy "Versatile" is a relatively easy dog ​​to train. .

Generally speaking, teddy dogs are lively and docile, but sometimes they can lose their temper. Dogs are just like people. Don't be too spoiled when they are young, otherwise their proud characters may be difficult to tame even their masters when they grow up. The Teddy is a lively, alert, and graceful breed with good body proportions, powerful movements and a confident stance. After traditional trimming and careful grooming, the teddy will naturally display a unique and noble temperament.

GENERAL APPEARANCE: Medium-proportioned, well-proportioned dog with characteristic curly or tufted hair. The appearance is smart, alert, lively and well-proportioned, giving a noble and elegant impression.

Breeding knowledge of teddy dogs

Many breeders often turn their ears when they see their teddy, thinking that their dog has ear mites, but this is not the case. Most breeders ignore the teddy's own excess ear hair and don't wash it often. Over time, the accumulation of dirt will cause a series of problems such as ear odor and inflammation. Because of their breed, teddy dogs have a lot of hair on the ears and soles of the feet, so the breeder should always pluck the hair of the ears and clean the soles of the feet. Teddy's nails also grow quickly, so trim his nails often.

The anal glands of small dogs like the teddy are prone to fouling and it is necessary for the breeder to clean it once a week.

Most breeders believe that the sooner a puppy is brought home, the easier it will be to get close to people. In fact, it is generally not recommended to buy a dog that is too small. Although the teddy's ability to adapt is not bad, the puppy's physical resistance is not very good, and prematurely adapting to the new environment is likely to cause "acclimatization" and cause some diseases. Don't bathe the puppy if it feels dirty after you buy it, because you can't generally bathe the puppy until the vaccine is ready. Don't make a big mistake because of love.

Common diseases in teddy dogs are: acute gastric dilatation torsion, cataract, retinopathy, allergic dermatitis, volvulus, renal failure, Addison's disease, Cushing's syndrome, epilepsy, lacrimal atresia, femoral head necrosis, progressive Retinal atrophy, trichiasis, hypothyroidism, patent ductus arteriosus, hereditary bleeding disorders, sebaceous adenitis, glaucoma, osteosarcoma, urethral stones, eczema, chronic inflammatory liver disease, etc.

Genetic disorders include: hip dysplasia, mitral valve dysplasia

Teddy is a lively dog, so it is best not to give it too much restraint, and the breeder should go out and walk more for its good.