| In about a month, the last child will be off to college and | | | | be easier if they do not originate from a puppy mill |
| the house will be quiet and less active. As mom | | | | situation. |
| becomes less and less a part of her child's life, a new | | | | Once you have found your potential candidate, a |
| void is coming to bear that needs to be filled. A | | | | puppy can come with different health issues that you |
| Poodle-terrier mix puppy may be just the cuddly ball of | | | | need to be aware of when you first pick them up. Just |
| fur that may meet that need. | | | | the fact that they were interacting and rolling around |
| Terrier poodle mixes are very popular crossbreeds | | | | with other puppies is enough for them to catch |
| that mature empty nesters across the country are | | | | diseases and have health issues. Having a good sense |
| beginning to scoop up. Mom needs something to | | | | of which ones are less likely to have health issues will |
| nurture and a small poodle mix terrier is a better choice | | | | save you and your family stress and money in the |
| for older individuals who believe a Labrador or German | | | | long run. |
| Shepherd is just too big a dog for them to worry | | | | The 6 quick signs to look out for when selecting your |
| about. | | | | puppy are: |
| Smaller dogs are becoming more preferable over the | | | | 1. Energy - If they are listless and do not pick their |
| larger dogs as they tend to be less intrusive to the | | | | heads up, there may be a definite issue with their |
| household and are small enough o take on car rides | | | | health. |
| and dote over with cute t-shirts and cuddly outfits. | | | | 2. Eyes - Their eyes should be free of any crust or |
| Mom treats the small poodle mix terrier as a small child | | | | discharge and should be clear and symmetrically |
| that can be held frequently and carried around if | | | | shaped. |
| needed. | | | | 3. Ears - The color of the ear canal should be a light |
| Minimal shedding is another plus for small Poodle-terrier | | | | flesh colored pink tone. If the color is dark pink an ear |
| mix breeds. Their hair will grow long so it is important to | | | | infection could be the issue. |
| keep up on regular maintenance as far as grooming | | | | 4. Nose - Touch the nose to see that it but moist but |
| and bathing. If the dog is not groomed regularly, the hair | | | | not extremely wet or dry and flaky. |
| can begin to mat up and become quite messy and | | | | 5. Stance - If they are unable to stand upright or keep |
| unmanageable. | | | | their balance, it could be signs of fatigue or sickness. |
| As you begin to search for a smaller poodle terrier | | | | 6. Mobility - Take a view from afar and watch how |
| mix, please keep in mind that these dogs are targeted | | | | the dog plays. If they have any sign of tenderness in |
| as common breeds found in puppy mills across the | | | | their joints, it might cause a bigger issue later on. |
| country. Due to their size and "cuteness" they are | | | | In conclusion, a poodle-terrier can be a great |
| easily marketable and can fetch a decent price. | | | | companion for mom when the kids move out. They |
| Researching a reputable dog breeder or rescue is an | | | | are easy to maintain and will provide mom many |
| important part of the process in finding the right dog. | | | | happy moments as she transitions her focus and |
| Animal shelters also are a great source of poodle | | | | energy on her "little baby". Of course , mom will also |
| terrier breeds. Whatever path you take in doing your | | | | have her kids to dote on when they return from |
| research and eventual buy, a health happy puppy will | | | | school, but then again, maybe not. |