Toy Poodle
VS
Schipperke
Toy Poodle vs Schipperke
Compare Toy Poodle and Schipperke 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
Schipperke
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
24 – 27 cm
25 – 33 cm
Weight
2 – 4 kg
3 – 9 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 15 years
11 – 15 years
Child friendly
3/5
4/5
Energy level
4/5
5/5
Intelligence
5/5
4/5
Trainability
4/5
4/5
Health
3/5
5/5
Grooming needs
5/5
2/5
Shedding
1/5
4/5
Barking level
3/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Toy Poodle
High energy
Super smart
Easy to train
Tiny
Schipperke
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Easy to train
Small
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 Schipperke
Schipperkes are small, sturdy Belgian dogs with a square build and thick black double coat forming a ruff and “culottes.” Alert, intelligent, and independent, they’re loyal watchdogs, energetic companions needing daily mental and physical exercise, and generally robust with proper health care.
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