Poodle Terrier Mix

Poodle terrier mix is not a pure dog, as it is a cross between two dog breeds, known as terrier and poodle dogs. Poodle is the second most intelligent and skillful breed of dogs. Poodles are essentially retriever or a gun dog. It is found in various sizes, such as toy, miniature, and standard, etc. Terrier dog is one of the active and fearless dogs. There are different terrier dog breeds that are distinguished according to their appearance, size, and functions. So the mix dog is endowed with all the qualities of poodle and terrier dogs. They are not only intelligent but they are damn adorable, as we say beauty with brains!

Advantages of the Dogs
These are one of the best dogs to own. They are very active and cute. A lot of people are opting for them because of various advantages. First of all they are one of the small dogs and are less intrusive to the household compared to a German Shepherd and a Labrador. It is also very difficult to dress macho hunter dogs but considering its cuteness and smallness, you can don them with cuddly pet outfits and other dog accessories. They are so small that you can easily take them out for rides on the bike or in a car. Generally, the purebred dogs are very costly and require high maintenance compared to mix bred dogs. This mix is one of the low maintenance pets and is quite inexpensive.

How to Buy this Dog
There are certain things you must check before buying a mix dog. Avoid buying a dog from puppy mills. Go for an authorized and reputed dog breeder or rescue or a dog shelter. Spending some time with the dog before buying him is very important. Try to pay him as many visits as possible to observe and know the dog better. Some dogs show their real traits once they spend significant amount of time with you and when they are comfortable in your presence. This will help you form an emotional bond with a dog. You will also come to know about certain things, such as dog behavior, dog illnesses, etc. Careful physical examination is also very important before you select a dog. Avoid buying a dog if he shows following physical attributes:

• Excessively inactive and less playful
• Asymmetrical eyes
• Crust or discharge from the eyes
• Darker ear canals
• Crust or discharge from the ears
• Extremely wet nose
• Dry and flaky nose
• Inappropriate body postures
• Any skin problems

All the above signs indicate the ill health of the dog. So check for the above signs and save yourself from buying an unhealthy dog. Apart from this, try to go for a dog that has adopted best traits from both the parents. If not, the dog will become a nuisance for you. For example, a puppy endowed with an undesirable combination of neurotic trait of poodles and destructive, stubborn trait of terriers, can be very difficult to train and control. At such situations dog training is needed by professional dog trainers, who know various dog behavior modification techniques.

How to Take Care of this Dog
Any pet in the house needs to be taken care of and when it comes to poodle terrier mix, you have to pay extra attention. He has long hair, which if neglected can result in messy and unmanageable hair. So it is important to trim their hair periodically and it is advisable to bathe and groom them regularly. Poodle terrier is an emotional dog, so treat him affectionately and spend some quality time with him every day. Not all the dogs are very choosy. Most of them eat any of the dog foods they are provided with. If the dog has acquired all the good traits from both the parents then it is very easy to train the dog, as he is very obedient and harmless. It is also important to involve this dog in lots of physical activities so that no pent up energies are left for other destructive activities. It will also serve as an exercise for the dog that will keep him fit and healthy. The one thing you must never forget is showering your pet with love, care, and lots of affection.

No doubt the pet will become an integral part of your family. His innocent eyes will definitely make you forget all the stressful moments during the day and his mischievous smile and cooing will certainly cheer up your mood. So go ahead and get one home.