Our Breeds
Toy Poodles
Despite his diminutive size, the Toy Poodle stands proudly among dogdom’s true aristocrats. Beneath the curly, low-allergen coat is an elegant athlete and companion for all reasons and seasons.
Poodles come in three size varieties: Standards should be more than 15 inches tall at the shoulder; Miniatures are 15 inches or under; Toys stand no more than 10 inches. All three varieties have the same build and proportions. At dog shows, Poodles are usually seen in the elaborate Continental clip. Most pet owners prefer the simpler Sporting clip, in which the coat is shorn to follow the outline of the squarely built, smoothly muscled body. Forget any preconceived notions about Poodles you may have: Poodles are eager, athletic, and wickedly smart dogs of remarkable versatility. The Standard, with his greater size and strength, is the best all-around athlete of the family, but all Poodles can be trained with great success.
Cavalier
The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel wears his connection to British history in his breed’s name. Cavaliers are the best of two worlds, combining the gentle attentiveness of a toy breed with the verve and athleticism of a sporting spaniel. The Cavalier’s all-around beauty, regal grace, and even temper mark him as one of dogdom’s noblemen. A toy spaniel no more than 13 inches high, the Cavalier draws you in with his face: The sweet, gentle, melting expression emanating from large, round eyes is a breed hallmark. Another is the silky, richly colored coat that can be one of four distinct varieties (described in this page’s History section). Cavaliers may be aristocrats, but they gladly descend from their royal high horse for a backyard frolic or a squirrel chase. They get along nicely with children and other dogs. Adaptable Cavaliers do equally well with active owners and homebodies’they can be upbeat athletes or shameless couch potatoes, depending on an owner’s lifestyle.
Cavapoo
The Cavapoo, also known as the Cavoodle, is a small-to-medium-sized hybrid breed, a cross between a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and a Poodle. These dogs are also known by several names, including Cavadoodle and Cavapoodle. Outgoing, playful, and curious, Cavapoos inherit some of the best traits from their parent breeds. Like many other designer dog breeds, the exact origins and development timeline of the Cavapoo are not well-documented. However, they have quickly become popular in the designer dog world, particularly within the “Doodle dog” category.
With their compact size, unique coloring, and hypoallergenic coat, Cavapoos often resemble teddy bears. Their sweet temperament complements their charming appearance. Known for being sociable, playful, and loving, Cavapoos make excellent family pets thanks to their compatibility with children and outgoing nature. However, without proper training, they can develop destructive habits, such as chewing furniture or shoes and rummaging through trash when left alone.
