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Dogs - Poodles Miniature and Toy Poodle owners often praise their dogs for their uncanny ability to empathize with their owner's emotions. They are masters of communication and seem to be able to immediately tell when you are happy or sad, and act accordingly. Perhaps this is how Poodles have found their way into the hearts of some of history's most notable figures, including Beethoven, Chopin, and Winston Churchill. Their intuition and upbeat attitudes also set them apart as one of the best choices for therapy dogs.

While they have huge, loyal hearts, their bodies can be quite tiny. Miniature and Toy Poodles stand an average of only 10 inches from paw to the highest point of the shoulder. Breeds this small tend to be finicky eaters because of their tiny mouths and teeth. They prefer chewing their food rather than hastily gulping it down, so owners should be sensitive to this and feed them properly. Their coats also have specific needs and require extensive maintenance, which can be expensive to keep up.

Poodles can make a great addition to a person's life, and they will flourish in just about any environment. They are intelligent, loyal, sensitive animals that have a lot of love to give.

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