Teddy
- Character: Lively, good natured, extremely approachable
- Type: Small dog
- Production Place: Germany, France
- Weight: 3-5 kg
- Life Span: 13-19 years
- Behoof: Play dog, companion dog
Many people think that the Teddy and the Poodle are two different breeds of dogs, but in fact the Teddy is just a form of grooming for the Poodle. The exact origin of the Poodle is unknown, it reached a pinnacle of development in the 19th and 20th centuries and was commonly used for hunting, showing, etc. Until now Teddy has arguably become one of the most common breeds, and almost all dog lovers take this petite but intelligent dog as a pet.
The Teddy, also known as the Toy Poodle, was popular at the French court from Louis 14 to Louis 16, while the Miniature Poodle and Toy Poodle appeared in 17th century paintings, and they were also popular in circuses from the 18th to 19th centuries, and were first introduced to the United States in the late 19th century, but did not become popular until after World War II, and held the honor of being the most popular breed for 20 years. The Poodle, also known as the "Curly", is a very intelligent breed that loves to hunt. Its loyal, active personality has also made it a favorite "fan".
There is also a kind of giant poodle, but relatively speaking, it is not too common, the difference between them only lies in the size of the difference.
An important reason why many people like to have a Teddy is that it is not easy to shed hair and has little body odor. The excellent adaptability makes it a hot choice for hot people. The VIP is divided into four kinds: standard VIP, mini VIP, toy VIP, giant VIP. The coat color is also relatively uniform, the coat color is generally chocolate, brown, red, white, coffee, apricot, black. The whole body is the same color is better, of course, some color shades are also acceptable. The only criterion to distinguish these types of VIPs is the size of the body.
Teddy's eyes are dark, oval-shaped and look smart and intelligent. The ears hang down close to the head, and the ears are long and wide, with more ear hair, so they should be cleaned frequently. The head is small and round, the nose is generally brown, the mouth is long, straight and slender, and the lips do not droop.
Its fur is divided into two types: coarse and soft. Coarse coat: natural rough texture, very dense fur; soft coat: compact, smooth and drooping, variable length. The hairs on the chest, body, head and ears are relatively long. The hair on the joints is relatively short and fluffy.
The neck is well-proportioned, strong, emphasizing its nobility, and the back line is horizontal, with only a slight concavity behind the shoulders. The chest is broad and spacious, the waist is short and wide, strong and sturdy, and the tail is straight and positioned high upwards (more broken tails).
Teddy's feet are smaller, with thick pads of flesh and short toes. The soles of the feet are also more hairy, so they also need to be cleaned frequently. In the forward trot, its pace is light and strong, relying mainly on the hind limbs to generate power. The head is high and the tail is upturned. The gait is steady and strong. The Poodle is intelligent, lively and good-natured, extremely affectionate and a loyal breed. It is also very agile, intelligent and elegant, with a square structure, proportionate, strong and confident gait, extraordinary temperament and unique dignity, sometimes a little stubborn, and the Teddy "versatile" is a relatively easy to train breed.
Generally speaking, Teddy is lively and docile, but sometimes he may throw a little tantrum, and dogs are actually the same as people, so you can't spoil him too much when he's young, or his proud personality may make it difficult to tame him when he grows up. The Poodle is a very active, alert and graceful breed, with good body proportions and athletic movements, showing a confident posture. Traditionally trimmed and carefully groomed, the Poodle displays an innate, unique and dignified temperament.
Overall Appearance: A medium proportioned, physically coordinated dog with a curly or tied characteristic curly coat. The appearance is intelligent, alert, lively, well-proportioned, and gives the impression of elegance and nobility.