Our puppies range from about 1.5 to five ounces at birth. If a dog has just one puppy, that puppy will receive all the nourishment and tend to be bigger. Birth size really has nothing to do with adult weight. The more puppies in a litter, the smaller they tend to be.

There is no easy answer to this one. The average toy poodle litter size is 3-4 puppies. Teacups typically have less. Some dogs have just one puppy in a litter. The most we've ever had in a litter is five. Other breeders we know have had 6-7 puppies in a litter, but that is unusually high. See similar questions...

On average, newborn Maltese puppies weigh from 3 to 6 ounces, and are from 4 to 6 inches in length. FAQ Index See similar questions...

Wolves breed in late January and early February. Usually only the alpha pair - the top-ranking male and female wolf - produce pups. It is hard for a pack to raise more than one litter of puppies, and so the alpha pair will try to prevent lower-ranking wolves from breeding by dominating them and chasing them away from potential mates. Sometimes, however, the alphas are not successful and the pack will have two, or even three litters. See similar questions...

At 8-9 weeks when the puppies go to new homes, they are 4-6 pounds. At maturity, depending on the size of the parents, they are 12-20 pounds. See similar questions...

G.D.A. has a new Whelping /Breeding facility lovingly called the Puppy Nursery. The puppies are born in this facility and will remain there until they are eight weeks old. At eight weeks old the pups are placed with pre-screened, volunteer foster families, called Puppy Raisers, who provide care that is necessary for the development of future guide dogs. See similar questions...

A Frequently Asked Questions section – that contains answers to common questions about stress, anxiety, sleep disorders, and depression, including the following: See similar questions...

May 12, 1820 in Florence, Italy (her parents named her after the city). In case you are an astrologer, I don't know the exact time but I am sure it's on file and I'll keep looking. See similar questions...

All the dogs are born and live in kennels until they are three months old. From 6-8 weeks of age, they are tested each week by a group of skilled volunteer puppy testers who examine them for sharp eyes and ears, general intelligence, and willingness to work. See similar questions...

Toy poodles are so small that they can live in a small apartment and still have plenty of room for exercise. See similar questions...

It is a great idea to spay or neuter your poodle. This is helpful for preventing unwanted pregnancies and male dog marking. Be sure you have a wonderful and trustworthy vet perform the surgery. Altering a pet requires anesthesia. Small animals can get overdosed and die. Ask lots of questions about the process, and make sure you feel comfortable with your vet before allowing him or her to anesthetize your pet. See similar questions...

This is a tough one. Every puppy responds differently to different training styles. It all depends on how you want to train your puppy and where you want them to use the bathroom. Some people don't want to take their dogs outside to use the bathroom. Paper training and litter box training are two options for this group. Paper training involves training the puppy to go on newspaper or piddle pads (aka weewee pads or puppy pads). See similar questions...

Some dogs might like one treat better than another dog. You will have to do a bit of experimenting with your puppy to see what he or she likes best. The moist, meaty treats tend to go over better than the milk bone biscuits. Some people give cheese as a treat, and dogs love cheese! See similar questions...

It is always best to brush a poodle and get all the tangles out before giving a bath. Once the hair is wet, it is more difficult to get the tangles out without cutting. There is a grooming tool called a mat breaker for those more difficult mats. If it is impossible to remove the mat without hurting the dog, lather up and bathe. Use a cream rinse or conditioner, and leave it in. Brush or comb the dog with the conditioner still in. Take your time, so as not to hurt the dog. See similar questions...

We use all-natural products that contain no chemicals or lanolin. These are especially important for dogs with allergies or sensitive skin. We do sell these same supplies, so check out our grooming section to learn more. Human-grade shampoos are not safe for your pet, as we have different pH levels than our dogs. See similar questions...

A poodle's hair grows, so you will need to cut it. You can trim a poodle to have just about any look you'd like. The hair on the face can be shaved entirely, left long to give them a puppy look, or left with just a mustache and beard. Some poodles are groomed to look like a Bischon Frise. Keeping them in a “show cut” is very difficult and time-consuming. Take pictures to your groomer when you start getting your puppy's coat trimmed, and show her or him what you like. See similar questions...

Some poodles retain their puppy teeth. If the baby teeth do not fall out, the vet must remove them. This is common in the tinier poodles. There is no way of knowing which puppies will need this done. Just watch as they get to about six months, and make sure you do not see a second row of teeth growing up. If you do, let your vet know. He or she will advise you when they need to be pulled. See similar questions...

It's more like they assume, or they conclude, this. They don't lie, really - they just don't know in some cases. It can be a matter of them simply not knowing what hit them, literally. A hard-hitting example was a lost pet (one of the reasons I no longer do "lost pets" by the way); she had been gone a week. See similar questions...

The training your puppy receives in its first 8 weeks can last a lifetime. Thus socialization is not taken lightly at Sunshine Acres. Following is a general schedule each litter follows while here: weeks -- The puppies are maternally socialized. This simply means they are cared for and taught by their mother. Human contact is limited to healthcare. weeks -- The puppies are imprinted to human contact with petting and light play as well as continued training from their mother. See similar questions...

We do not take deposits for puppies at any time prior to the puppies being born. After the puppies are born we have a better idea of how many puppies will be available. We may take deposits any time after the puppies are born and up until they are 8 weeks old. We do not take deposits for more puppies that we plan to sell. Deposits are in the amount of half the total purchase price with the remaining half due at pick up. Deposits are NON-REFUNDABLE. See similar questions...