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subro · 01-20-2009, 10:04 AM

Any one own or have experience with Toy Poodles? I ran an errand Sunday afternoon and when I returned there was a tiny black male laying on my door step. It was very cold and he didn't have a collar, so I took him inside. I have posted flyers, checked in with the vet and groomers near my house to find his family. Until they are located, do poodles have the same neck issues as Yerkes? I wanted to take this little guy on walks with Max. Harness time?

Max, by the way, is THRILLED by his visitor. They are having a great time together. I guess it is time for him to have a little sister...

hugz4all4 · 01-20-2009, 10:11 AM

wow, how sad for that little puppy. Im glad that you were able to take him in.
I have a toy poodle and she is wonderful, one of the best dogs I have ever owned. They are smart little critters

As far as the neck issue, I dont think they have neck problems

I do know that they have issues with luxating patella's though.
Do you plan on keeping this little guy?

Jenn218 · 01-20-2009, 10:16 AM

Well, bless your heart for taking that baby in!

I wonder who could have and why someone would just turn out a little poodle...that poor baby!!

First, have you taken him to the vet to get checked? I would to just make sure he isn't carrying something yucky that could be passed on!!!

Second, I am a true believer in harnesses. I never attach a leash to a collar on any dog...not even my big labs! So, definitely, put a harness on that baby when going for a walk....it is a good idea to have a collar with their tags on it though...if you are keeping that baby...you don't want it to get lost either!

TatumsMom · 01-20-2009, 10:31 AM

Yes, they definitely can have trachea issues. I had a red toy poodle for 16 years. I wish I had known about the potential trachea issues before I ever put him on a collar and leash. He did end up with collapsed trachea issues. Nothing too severe but again, I wish I would have known about harnesses. Good luck finding his owner OR good luck with your new pal!

subro · 01-20-2009, 10:38 AM

I took him to the vet this morning. I thought maybe he escaped from their boarding facility.

My vet didn't recognize him and said he is a healthy boy. He weighs 5.8 pounds and is not microchipped. I can't imagine someone not missing him but there have been no calls.

I agree regarding the harnesses and think I will get one for him. He's a tiny guy and I wouldn't want to hurt him. I also agree on collars and need to get one for Max....just can't find one locally that I like!

Thanks for the help!

Potter · 01-20-2009, 12:10 PM

Maybe someone didn't want their dog anymore and have decided to just leave him at your doorstep.

I am glad you took him in

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Jenn218 · 01-20-2009, 12:11 PM

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Originally Posted by subro

I took him to the vet this morning. I thought maybe he escaped from their boarding facility.

My vet didn't recognize him and said he is a healthy boy. He weighs 5.8 pounds and is not microchipped. I can't imagine someone not missing him but there have been no calls.

I agree regarding the harnesses and think I will get one for him. He's a tiny guy and I wouldn't want to hurt him. I also agree on collars and need to get one for Max....just can't find one locally that I like!

Thanks for the help!

I am glad to hear that.

I really like Cindy's (chattiesmom) silk collars, harness/leash! They are the only ones we use!

jeanietoo · 01-20-2009, 02:18 PM

Poodles are one of the smartest breeds of dog IMO. I had one years ago who unfortunately died at age 11 with heart problems but she was soooo smart and was potty trained in 2 weeks.

RONLYNN · 01-20-2009, 03:22 PM

I have a standard poodle who is 14. She is the sweetest smartest dog!

cariblonde · 01-20-2009, 08:50 PM

i just adopted a toy poodle/silkie mix! so far so good!

subro · 01-21-2009, 08:21 AM

I received a call from the poodle’s owner last night. Turns out he is 2 years old and his name is Jack. He apparently ran out of this lady’s house on Sunday and she said “if he’s going to run out, he’s going to have to fend for himself”. OK….but how can he do that with cars all around (I am close to a very busy interstate in AL [I65]) and mid-20s temps? She didn't seem too concerned and said she wanted to replace him in her breeding program anyway. This poor little guy has the audacity of being ¼” taller than standard (everyone wants real small dogs, stupid owner tells me) and the one time he was bred, he only “threw” one puppy. At this point, I’m ready to jump through the phone and smack her one. LOL! But, it gets worse. She then says ‘if you want him, he’s yours’ and that it will “save me a trip to the pound”. OMG! I had barely gotten off the phone when she shows up at my door with his papers. She didn’t say a word to him or pet him, just handed the papers and left. I’m not sure what I will do at this point but, I will not take him to the pound (does this mean Humane Society?) and will not take him back to that “person”. If he is not with me and Max, I WILL find him a great home.

Thanks again everyone for your help!

TatumsMom · 01-21-2009, 08:42 AM

Shame on her! A responsible breeder would have taken the time to rehome a retired stud or female..... not just let it run away to be someone else's responsibility. Good luck with rehoming him. Keep in mind though that since he has been used for breeding, he may want to mark in your house so be careful with him!

Bellas_mommy · 01-21-2009, 03:35 PM

I totally agree with Angie. Shame on that lady! But my bestfriend has a toy poodle and she is just a little joy. So hopefully you will find a wonderful home for him.

Josie's Mom · 01-22-2009, 10:31 AM

I can't believe that lady

How sad for Jack

Best wishes to you, hope all works out ok.

lisacam · 01-22-2009, 10:42 AM

I would of scolded this woman if she came to my door for being so callous!! I hope you can keep Jack or find him a good home!! Keep us update

01-20-2009, 10:04 AM	#1
subro Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Hoover, AL Posts: 132	Toy Poodles Any one own or have experience with Toy Poodles? I ran an errand Sunday afternoon and when I returned there was a tiny black male laying on my door step. It was very cold and he didn't have a collar, so I took him inside. I have posted flyers, checked in with the vet and groomers near my house to find his family. Until they are located, do poodles have the same neck issues as Yerkes? I wanted to take this little guy on walks with Max. Harness time? Max, by the way, is THRILLED by his visitor. They are having a great time together. I guess it is time for him to have a little sister... __________________ Susan Max Eli Amelia

01-20-2009, 10:11 AM	#2
hugz4all4 YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: upstate NY Posts: 2,114 Blog Entries: 1	wow, how sad for that little puppy. Im glad that you were able to take him in. I have a toy poodle and she is wonderful, one of the best dogs I have ever owned. They are smart little critters As far as the neck issue, I dont think they have neck problems I do know that they have issues with luxating patella's though. Do you plan on keeping this little guy? __________________ Love all 9 of my furrbutts! Last edited by hugz4all4; 01-20-2009 at 10:12 AM.

01-20-2009, 10:16 AM	#3
Jenn218 Mojo, LilyGrace & Me Donating Member Moderator Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: cuddling with my babies<3 Posts: 17,329	Well, bless your heart for taking that baby in! I wonder who could have and why someone would just turn out a little poodle...that poor baby!! First, have you taken him to the vet to get checked? I would to just make sure he isn't carrying something yucky that could be passed on!!! Second, I am a true believer in harnesses. I never attach a leash to a collar on any dog...not even my big labs! So, definitely, put a harness on that baby when going for a walk....it is a good idea to have a collar with their tags on it though...if you are keeping that baby...you don't want it to get lost either! __________________ Hi I'm Jenn Mom to..... Mojo,LilyGrace & DD Kate RIP Mojo FOREVER in our hearts!

01-20-2009, 10:31 AM	#4
TatumsMom Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: TX Posts: 2,799	Yes, they definitely can have trachea issues. I had a red toy poodle for 16 years. I wish I had known about the potential trachea issues before I ever put him on a collar and leash. He did end up with collapsed trachea issues. Nothing too severe but again, I wish I would have known about harnesses. Good luck finding his owner OR good luck with your new pal! __________________ ~ Angie

01-20-2009, 10:38 AM	#5
subro Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Hoover, AL Posts: 132	I took him to the vet this morning. I thought maybe he escaped from their boarding facility. My vet didn't recognize him and said he is a healthy boy. He weighs 5.8 pounds and is not microchipped. I can't imagine someone not missing him but there have been no calls. I agree regarding the harnesses and think I will get one for him. He's a tiny guy and I wouldn't want to hurt him. I also agree on collars and need to get one for Max....just can't find one locally that I like! Thanks for the help! __________________ Susan Max Eli Amelia

01-20-2009, 12:10 PM	#6
Potter YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Canada Posts: 2,583	Maybe someone didn't want their dog anymore and have decided to just leave him at your doorstep. I am glad you took him in. __________________ http://www.dogster.com/pet_page.php?j=t&i=410379 "No matter how little money and how few possesions you own, having a dog makes you rich."

01-20-2009, 02:18 PM	#8
jeanietoo YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: pennsylvania Posts: 783	Poodles are one of the smartest breeds of dog IMO. I had one years ago who unfortunately died at age 11 with heart problems but she was soooo smart and was potty trained in 2 weeks.

01-20-2009, 03:22 PM	#9
RONLYNN Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Manhattan Beach, CA Posts: 1,635	I have a standard poodle who is 14. She is the sweetest smartest dog! __________________ Ronda & Teddi PPU - Petite Pups United Member The PINK Club Member **

01-20-2009, 08:50 PM	#10
cariblonde Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: wilmington nc Posts: 1,585	i just adopted a toy poodle/silkie mix! so far so good! __________________ Proud Member of the Spoiled Rotten Club and in the end, its not the years in your life that count but the life in your years.... Abraham Lincoln

01-21-2009, 08:21 AM	#11
subro Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Hoover, AL Posts: 132	I received a call from the poodle’s owner last night. Turns out he is 2 years old and his name is Jack. He apparently ran out of this lady’s house on Sunday and she said “if he’s going to run out, he’s going to have to fend for himself”. OK….but how can he do that with cars all around (I am close to a very busy interstate in AL [I65]) and mid-20s temps? She didn't seem too concerned and said she wanted to replace him in her breeding program anyway. This poor little guy has the audacity of being ¼” taller than standard (everyone wants real small dogs, stupid owner tells me) and the one time he was bred, he only “threw” one puppy. At this point, I’m ready to jump through the phone and smack her one. LOL! But, it gets worse. She then says ‘if you want him, he’s yours’ and that it will “save me a trip to the pound”. OMG! I had barely gotten off the phone when she shows up at my door with his papers. She didn’t say a word to him or pet him, just handed the papers and left. I’m not sure what I will do at this point but, I will not take him to the pound (does this mean Humane Society?) and will not take him back to that “person”. If he is not with me and Max, I WILL find him a great home. Thanks again everyone for your help! __________________ Susan Max Eli Amelia

01-21-2009, 08:42 AM	#12
TatumsMom Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: TX Posts: 2,799	Shame on her! A responsible breeder would have taken the time to rehome a retired stud or female..... not just let it run away to be someone else's responsibility. Good luck with rehoming him. Keep in mind though that since he has been used for breeding, he may want to mark in your house so be careful with him! __________________ ~ Angie

01-21-2009, 03:35 PM	#13
Bellas_mommy YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Southfield, MI Posts: 807	I totally agree with Angie. Shame on that lady! But my bestfriend has a toy poodle and she is just a little joy. So hopefully you will find a wonderful home for him. __________________ Jen Proud Mommy of Princess Bella Grace Last edited by Bellas_mommy; 01-21-2009 at 03:37 PM.

01-22-2009, 10:31 AM	#14
Josie's Mom Jojo's & Junior's too! Donating YT Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Watsonville, CA Posts: 1,379	I can't believe that lady How sad for Jack Best wishes to you, hope all works out ok. __________________ Josie, Jojo, Junior & Veronica ...No Home is Complete Without a Yorkie...or Two...better make that 3!..

01-22-2009, 10:42 AM	#15
lisacam No Longer a Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: N/A Posts: 134	I would of scolded this woman if she came to my door for being so callous!! I hope you can keep Jack or find him a good home!! Keep us update