The Miniature Poodle was thought to have been bred down from the Standard Poodle sometime in the 1700s or 1800s for easier transport when traveling with a troupe. Poodles (including all size ...

Miniature poodles are small, non-sporting dogs with curly hair that originated in Germany. They’re one of three sizes of poodles, along with standard (the largest) and toy (the smallest).