Toy Poodle
VS
Phalène
Toy Poodle vs Phalène
Compare Toy Poodle and Phalène side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Toy Poodle
Phalène
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
24 – 27 cm
27 – 28 cm
Weight
2 – 4 kg
2 – 6 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 15 years
12 – 16 years
Child friendly
3/5
4/5
Energy level
4/5
2/5
Intelligence
5/5
3/5
Trainability
4/5
2/5
Health
3/5
5/5
Grooming needs
5/5
2/5
Shedding
1/5
3/5
Barking level
3/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Toy Poodle
High energy
Super smart
Easy to train
Tiny
Phalène
Great with kids
Low grooming
Stubborn
Tiny
Summary
About Toy Poodle
Toy Poodles are the smallest Poodles, square and elegant with dense, curly, low‑shedding coats needing regular grooming. Lively, sensitive and highly trainable, they form close bonds, suit active indoor lifestyles, and, with good care, often live 14–16 years or more.
About Phalène
The Phalène is a small, elegant toy spaniel with drop ears, a long silky coat, and a white body marked in various colors. Lively yet sensitive and people‑oriented, it is highly trainable, enjoys dog sports, moderate daily exercise, and close companionship.
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