Breed comparison
Miniature Poodle vs Standard Poodle
Weights come from the Petboost breed data. Everything else is from the breed standards listed on each breed page, and a field a source does not state is left blank.
| Breed | | |
|---|---|---|
| Adult weight | 5 to 9 kg | 18 to 32 kg |
| Height | 28 to 38 cm | - |
| Lifespan | - | 10 to 12 years |
| Coat | very profuse and dense, harsh texture, short, close, thick and curly | non-shedding, curly, thick |
| Shedding | ||
| Grooming effort | ||
| Energy | ||
| Trainability | ||
| Good with children | Not rated | |
| Suits an apartment |
What sets them apart
- Standard Poodle is the bigger dog: adults are typically 18 to 32 kg, against 5 to 9 kg for Miniature Poodle.
- Miniature Poodle suits an apartment better (5 out of 5, against 2 for Standard Poodle).
Which suits you
- A smaller home or apartment. Miniature Poodle is rated as the better fit.
- An active owner. Standard Poodle has more energy to match.
- Find a local groomer or daycarePet businesses near you that take bookings online.
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General information, not veterinary advice. Speak with your vet about your own pet.