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The Toy Poodles are a springy breed, bursting with energy and playfulness. They are obedient, smart, and sensitive and have a knack for finding trouble. Full-grown, they typically weigh 4-6 pounds and stand 9-10 inches tall.

Toy Poodles are generally excellent with children of all ages. They are good with children, since they love to play and have an abundance of energy, but care should be taken with smaller children so there is no rough play. They make great watchdogs, so intruders will likely think twice before entering your home uninvited. They're fairly vocal dogs that bark regularly.

A toy poodle typically needs around 30 minutes to 1 hour of exercise per day, which can be achieved through short walks, playtime with interactive toys, and indoor activities, ensuring to avoid strenuous exercises that could strain their small joints; aim for shorter walks and prioritize mental stimulation due to their active and intelligent nature. Overall, their exercise needs are high.

The Toy Poodle’s frizzy, wooly coat does not shed, making them ideal pets for people with allergies, so you can put away the Benedryl. They do require regular grooming and if not shaven carefully, can get rashes or skin irritations. Occasional grooming with a professional groomer will keep your Toy Poodle looking and feeling great. Grooming-wise, this breed is fairly high-maintenance. Toy Poodles are considered hypoallergenic, which can be a plus for allergy sufferers.

Toy Poodles are best suited for apartments and smaller homes. Toy Poodles are an indoor breed and do well in apartment life. They make great watchdogs, so intruders will likely think twice before entering your home uninvited. They are highly trainable and eager to learn.

The Shiranian is a cross between a Shih Tzu and a Pomeranian. Full-grown, they typically weigh 4-15 pounds and stand 7-12 inches tall.

Shiranians are generally okay with older children who know how to handle dogs. This breed gets along well with other dogs and enjoys children. They're fairly vocal dogs that bark regularly.

Short walks and frequent play sessions are enough to keep the Shiranian a happy dog. Overall, their exercise needs are moderate.

Has a thick double coat that will grow very long. Will go thru stages from puppyhood to adulthood. It is mostly straight, but can have a slight curl in some dogs. Grooming-wise, this breed is fairly high-maintenance.

Shiranians are best suited for apartments and smaller homes. They are moderately trainable with consistent effort.