Mini Portidooodle Breed Information

Grooming

Mini Portidoodles have medium to low maintenance grooming needs and are easy to care for. They can be brushed every other day with a bristle brush or rubber curry mitt. They love water and will often try to jump in the tub when you're bathing them.   

Bathing them should be done once every 2 or 3 months using dog shampoo. You'll also want to clean their ears regularly, at least once a week.  

Dental care for dogs is crucial to their overall health. Brushing their teeth with a toothbrush designed for dogs can help keep their teeth clean and healthy. They should be brushed at least two-three times a week and should never be given anything to eat or drink after brushing, for a short period of time. 

Dogs can get their nails too long from time to time, so one way to help prevent this is to file them down periodically. Dog nail clippers are designed for this purpose and can be found at most pet stores. They cut the nail straight across with a scissor-like motion. 

Exercise Needs

Mini Portidoodles are energetic, playful dogs that love to be active. They are perfect for owners who enjoy running, chasing, fetching, playing Frisbee, and swimming. They also love agility and tracking. They can also do water sports like surfing and kayaking. 

Mini Portidoodle owners should walk their dog 30 to 60 minutes a day and engage in some playtime with their pup after the walk is over. They are very social dogs who love human companionship, so getting out with other dogs or people will benefit your pet greatly. 

They are intelligent dogs that require mental stimulation as well as physical exercise daily. They are good at learning tricks and commands from their owners and love having a job or task to do around the house or yard. 

Health

When you make a responsible decision to bring home a Mini Portidoodle, you can rest easy knowing that you're providing your pup with the best possible health. These dogs are bred by carefully crossing two healthy, routinely vet-checked, purebred dog breeds, a Poodle and a Portuguese Water Dog. This results in a hybrid dog with all the positive characteristics of both parents. 

These pups enjoy superior health thanks to hybrid vigor. The offspring of two healthy parents are often more vigorous than either parent would be on their own. While it's true that these dogs have very few health concerns, there are some issues that can arise as they age. Most commonly, they can experience hip dysplasia, cataracts, allergies, dental issues, and hypothyroidism.  

Lifespan

Mini Portidoodle dogs live a long, happy life. They can be expected to reach about 12-15 years. There are also several cases of their lifespan getting closer to the Mini Poodle which can be up to 18+ years. A study has shown that dogs who are part of the family have longer and happier lives. 

Training

Mini Portidoodles are smart, highly trainable dogs. They respond well to training with a gentle and fun approach that uses positive-reinforcement methods and rewards. Early socialization with other dogs and people is important, so you need to start as soon as you bring your new puppy home. 

Housetraining takes patience, and some people try crate training to accomplish it. It's best if you start crate training during your puppy's first week at home. This method works well for them since they are eager-to-please pups who are satisfied with small praise and treats. 

Training your Mini Portidoodle to walk on a leash isn't difficult. It helps to use a special collar designed for walking on a leash that has the leash attached in the front of it. It should be loose enough that your dog can comfortably breathe.  

Thanks to their intelligence, Mini Portidoodles are considered one of the easiest breeds to train. They inherit their bright minds from both parents and can be trained for a myriad of jobs, tricks, and games or sports.