If you’re looking for your best furever friend, the brown Poodle is not only intelligent, but also a devoted, loyal, and cheerful dog. These long-legged good boys and girls with their intense-looking brown eyes can melt your heart. Adding to their uniqueness, they can even change colors by two years old.
Let’s get into the different brown Poodles out there; there are so many of them!
About Brown Poodles: Dark Brown to Light Brown
While most brown Poodles are born dark in color, that color fades as they mature. A brown Poodle has a deep, dark color, while a café au lait Poodle is much lighter. But both of them are cute as a button and excellent watchdogs, too.
Brown Poodle Puppy
Brown Poodle puppies are not only adorable. They’re also easily trainable. Because they are smart, these curious dogs thrive on learning.
Brown Poodle Sizes
The American Kennel Club notes that Poodles generally come in three sizes:
- Standard – 15 inches at the shoulder or taller
- Miniature – under 2 feet or 15 inches tall
- Toy – no more than 10 inches tall
Standard Poodle
According to Dog Breeding Info, “the standard Poodle is a medium- to large-sized dog” with a coat that is “either curly or corded.” These noble-looking creatures are a very versatile breed.
Miniature Poodle
Miniature Poodles stand in between a toy Poodle and a standard Poodle from 11 to 15 inches in height.
Toy Poodle
Meanwhile, the stunning brown toy Poodle is even smaller than the miniature, making it the smallest variety of the Poodle. Pedigree.com notes that “the toy Poodle is a clever, lively, and loyal companion. And, as one of the most intelligent breeds, they’re also easily trained. The toy Poodle can be good with children but is usually recommended for older kids; younger children may accidentally hurt this tiny pup with rough play.”
The company also says that the average fully-grown toy Poodle stands at about only 10 inches tall and weighs between six and nine pounds — some, even less. So, it is slightly taller than the teacup Poodle, but not by much.
One of the good things about toys and miniature Poodles is that you can take them places with you as your companion. My aunt used to bring her beloved toy Poodle everywhere dogs were welcome. They are great for living in smaller homes and apartments.
Despite their differences in size, Standards, Miniatures and Toys have the same build and proportions.
In addition, brown Poodles also come in these special sizes:
The Teacup Poodle
The teacup Poodle is a fascinating variation of the Poodle. It is a toy Poodle that is smaller than the American Kennel Club toy Poodle standard. These adorable little dogs are under nine inches tall and only weigh six pounds.
The Giant Poodle
The giant Poodles are, as one source notes, “simply Standard poodles that are bigger than the average. They can stand to an incredible height of 20-28 inches at the shoulder and a whopping weight of 80 to 90 pounds which is comparable to that of the Bernese mountain dog.” That’s a big dog!
Brown Poodle Mix Breeds
There are currently 40 different mixes, so you have much to choose from in the Doodle world. Here are some Doodle combos to choose from:
Brown Poodle-Golden Retriever Mix
The Goldendoodle is a cross between a Poodle and a Golden Retriever. Goldendoodles are absolutely adorable doggos. They’re big lugs with loving faces. There is a large variety of “doodles” that are mixed breeds.
Brown Poodle-Labrador Mix
These beautiful dogs are also known as Labradoodles since they are a cross of the Labrador Retriever and Poodle.
Brown Poodle-Terrier Mix
One of the parents is a Poodle, and the other parent is from the terrier group of dogs.
Brown Poodle-Maltese Mix
The brown Poodle Maltese mix is a great family dog called a Maltipoo.
Brown Poodle-Chihuahua Mix
Brown Poodle-Shih Tzu Mix
The brown Shih-Poo mix is a beautiful cross between a Shih Tzu and a toy Poodle.
Brown Poodle Color Variations
Brown and Black
Brown and black Poodles are two of the most popular colors, and you can see why.
Merle
The merle Poodle is a bit more complicated because the dog’s color isn’t specific. According to Pupvine, “A merle Poodle is a Poodle that has its coat patterned with patches. The solid-colored base has a pattern on top in the same color as the base. The pattern resembles that of a leopard.”
Brown and White Parti
The Parti Poodle isn’t named because it likes to party with other dogs at doggy venues. “Parti” refers to a “part white, part black/brown/red/blue” coloring in the Poodle. They’re very unique looking, and they’re great family dogs.
Brown and White
PuppiesClub.com explains that the brown Poodle is “commonly compared to café au lait,” adding that, “brown toy Poodles are darker and more profound. While the BB [black] gene creates black poodles, brown ones come from the bb [brown] gene.”
The site further states, “Some pet owners consider white Poodles an albino dog. But they are not. Although some have dark-colored eyes, other light-coated Poodles may have amber eyes.”
Grooming Ideas for Brown Poodles
Teddy Bear Cut
The teddy bear cut on a brown Poodle or Doodle is probably the cutest thing ever, with the hair being kept at about 1-2 inches long at all parts of the dog’s body. As the name suggests, the brown Poodle with this cut looks like a teddy bear that’s come to life.
There are different ways to groom your Poodle, but the teddy bear cut is probably the cutest. Well, I think so, anyway.
Summer Cut
We’ve already mentioned the teddy bear cut, but the summer cut is also a low-maintenance haircut for Poodles. The puppy cut is more of a natural trim, leaving the hair at one to two inches.
Continental Cut
The Continental cut is fancier, which gives the Poodle the appearance of having pompoms of fur on its tail, ankles, and hip. And there is the German trim that’s pretty fancy looking, too, with the use of angles in the haircut.
Modern Cut
And lastly, there is the modern cut that accentuates your Poodle’s natural features. The hair on the Poodle’s body is short, while the fur on the head, ears, and tail is longer.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the rarest color for a Poodle?
And, of course, they’re absolutely adorable. That’s another trait that every variation of the Poodle has in common.
What color Poodle is the smartest?
Regardless, Poodles are known for being brilliant dogs. That’s why they are easy to train: they are people-pleasing dogs!
Why is my brown Poodle turning white/silver?
Cuteness.com explains: “Some Poodle puppies are born with a mutation on a gene that causes a dog born black or brown to begin to turn grey or a white silver at three months old. These dogs are usually completely white, silver, or grey by maturity.”
So, they aren’t just cute. They’re interesting, too.
Can a brown Poodle change color?
Is my Poodle brown or blue?
How much does a brown Poodle puppy cost?
Yes, they cost a pretty penny, but they are loyal, dedicated family dogs that are easy to train. All of the different Poodles have a commonality; they’re beautiful dogs, and each variety comes with an interesting story. And they love their humans!