What would you say if I told you there is a whole world of dogs out there who stay small and puppylike in appearance for their entire lifetime? Who wouldn’t fall in love with pint-sized pooches with varying levels of soft and curly fur? Well, that’s exactly what the Miniature Doodle breeds offer.
For this article we have focused on the Doodles where the Miniature Poodle has been crossed with other naturally small or miniature breeds. There is of course a whole other family of Miniature Poodle crosses with mixed sized breeds such as the Mini Goldendoodle, Mini Labradoodle, etc.
It’s not all puppy dog eyes button noses with such little pooches, there are some health considerations that are applicable to all the breeds outline below which arise from having such small parents. Commonly smaller crossbreeds may be prone to dental problems as the size of dog’s teeth are not always proportional to their overall size. You can read more about Poodle teeth problems in our dedicated article.
Patellar luxation is another common issue that affects the knee joints of very small breeds. Overall smaller dogs may be more fragile and can be easily injured in play with children or other dogs.
The good news is by ensuring that your pup comes from a repeatable breeder and that they have access to regular veterinary care you can look forward to a happy healthy companion. Overall Poodle crosses are generally healthy. Furthermore, the petite pups we have listed tend to benefit from longer life spans than their larger peers meaning they routinely live between 10 and as much as 17 years on average.
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Havapoo (Havanese & Miniature Poodle)
| Doodle Type | Average Height Range | Average Weight Range |
| Havapoo | 8” – 15” | 7lbs – 30lbs |
The Havapoo makes for an adorable Miniature Doodle cross. They are a moderate energy dog and due to their small size are adaptable to small living spaces. One good walk a day or access to a fenced-in yard and some indoor playtime will meet their needs. Generally confident little dogs, they are incredibly affectionate and very rarely show a single aggressive bone in their body.
They can come in a whole host of colorings and will vary between tight curls and gentle waves dependent on what parent they take after most. You can read a more in-depth guide in our what is a Havapoo article.
Doxiepoo (Daschund & Miniature Poodle)
| Doodle Type | Average Height Range | Average Weight Range |
| Doxiepoo | 8” – 21” | 5lbs – 30lbs |
The Doxiepoo is a vocal little pup and may need some early training to nip their barking in the bud. They bask in their owner’s affection and do well with both children and adults. They can become jealous though and anecdotally do well as an only pet. However early socialization can temper this. These little legs have moderate exercise needs but will enjoy a good dose of the living room or yard “zoomies”.
They come in variations of white, cream, black, brown, and gray. The texture can range from short and course like their Daschund parent through to fluffier, longer and wavier Poodle attributes. Their coat will help them tolerate most temperatures, but they are known to enjoy heat more and may benefit from an extra layer if heading out in winter.
Westiepoo (West Highland Terrier & Miniature Poodle)
| Doodle Type | Average Height Range | Average Weight Range |
| Westipoo | 10” – 15” | 9lbs – 20lbs |
Small but feisty the Westiepoo often inherits a hefty dose of terrier wilfulness. Unlike some of their smaller counterparts, the Westiepoo is a high-energy dog and needs plenty of exercise or can become destructive at home. They are incredibly intelligent though meaning they quickly pick up training and games which is a great means of tiring them out physically and mentally.
The most common coloring is white however they do come in shades of tan, brown, or black. Fur length can be short to mid-length with those with longer wavier coats needing more regular brushing to keep them matt-free.
Our ultimate guide to the Westiedoodle offers much more information on this breed.
Jackapoo (Jack Russel & Miniature Poodle)
| Doodle Type | Average Height Range | Average Weight Range |
| Jackapoo | 10” – 15” | 13lbs – 20lbs |
A relatively newer addition to the Doodle clan, the Jackapoo has been around for approximately 20 years. These little guys make great family pets have they have energy in spades but a kind nature. Best suited to active outdoors family or people they have high exercise needs and need to be stimulated mentally too. They can be barkers and the terrier in them means they retain a high prey drive.
Coat wise there is a whole array of Jackapoo colors from the most common brown, black, and tans through to grey, white, golden, and silver. Texture wise they will either be coarse or a softer wavy curl pattern.
Corgipoo (Corgi & Miniature Poodle)
| Doodle Type | Average Height Range | Average Weight Range |
| Corgipoo | 10” – 12” | 12lbs – 28lbs |
Perhaps the most mischievous of the Miniature Doodles, the Corgipoo will melt your heart and get away with murder. The Corgi is naturally outgoing and inquisitive and adding to that a dose of Poodle intelligence makes for a pup that is keen to learn and quick to pick up training. They are high energy, but their little legs tire easily. A few short walks/jogs a day will be enough.
These guys will have a double coat which takes a bit more management, the outer being thick and the inner soft and curly. This means they are more prone to shedding than some Doodle cousins. They can be white, cream, tan, gray, red, fawn, or brown.
Poogle (Beagle & Miniature Poodle)
| Doodle Type | Average Height Range | Average Weight Range |
| Poogle | 9” – 16” | 11lbs – 25lbs |
Although small in size, the Poogle is big in personality. A fairly energetic breed, they are excellent companion dogs who bond firmly with their family. They will need daily walks and plenty of playtime to stop them becoming destructive.
Some Poogles inherit a very “Beagle-ish” coat which is short and dense but can have waved sections around the head while others inherit longer curly coats from their Poodle parent. Both will need regular brushing, but longer coats may need more frequent trimming. They come in white, black, brown, gray and tan and can be solid colour or any combination.
Cavapoo (Cavalier King Charles Spaniel & Miniature Poodle)
| Doodle Type | Average Height Range | Average Weight Range |
| Cavapoo | 9” – 12” | 9lbs – 25lbs |
An extremely popular member of the Miniature Doodle offerings, the Cavapoo is prized for its desire to please its family or owner. Popular with families they are outgoing, playful, and very affectionate. They are do not do well on their own however and can exhibit separation anxiety. They thrive on being right in the middle of the action. They are incredibly playful so can tire themselves out quickly. A few short walks a day and plenty of mental stimulation suits them best.
In terms of coat, some Cavapoo’s are veritable fluff balls of soft golden tones, others have a much wavier/curly pattern. They also come in cream, fawn, chocolate, and chestnut tone. Some are a solid color but often they are brown/chestnut and white with some even being tricolor.
Maltipoo (Maltese & Miniature Poodle)
| Doodle Type | Average Height Range | Average Weight Range |
| Maltipoo | 6” – 15” | 4lbs – 25lbs |
You will most likely hear a Maltipoo before you see them. These excitable balls of fluff often need quite a bit of training to help them work on their volume control but luckily, they are bright and keen to learn. They are fun-loving and extremely affectionate with lesser exercise requirements than a lot of their Doodle counterparts. This makes them great for older or less mobile owners. They can live with families, but they are somewhat fragile due to their size and may not do well with rough and tumble toddlers.
All Maltipoos will have fur that is fluffy and wool-like in texture but some may have a more noticeable curl than others. Most commonly they come in cream, white, and silver tones.
Scoodle (Scottish Terrier & Miniature Poodle)
| Doodle Type | Average Height Range | Average Weight Range |
| Scoodle | 8” – 12” | 10lbs – 20lbs |
A less common member of the Miniature Doodle family, the Scoodle still has bags to offer. Favored by their owners for their unwavering loyalty these pups are playful and full of energy. They will need games, ideally, access to a yard and 1 to 2 walks a day. They do enjoy playing with children, but they do have a low tolerance for being teased and may snap or bark if under pressure. Helping children to understand how to treat a dog will make for a harmonious family life.
They come in black, gray, brown, white, and silver and generally have a curly but wiry coat although some may have softer than others. They are generally mid-length and will require regular trimming to keep them in tip-top condition.
Eskapoo (American Eskimo Dog & Miniature Poodle)
| Doodle Type | Average Height Range | Average Weight Range |
| Eskapoo | 9” – 16” | 8lbs – 20lbs |
The Eskapoo is normally of quite stocky, compact appearance but with a very expressive little face that melts hearts. They can be quite highly strung and apt to bark to alert their owner to any sound or movement. They are extremely affectionate and loving with those they know well but can be fearful of strangers. They are mid-energy dogs who can thrive in apartments with regular walks but also love a good hike.
Coloring includes creams, white, black, blue, grays, and brown. They do have a double coat so Eskapoo owners will need to be familiar with a pin comb and possibly a de-shedding tool to keep them happy and matt free in between groomer visits.
Peekapoo (Pekingese & Miniature Poodle)
| Doodle Type | Average Height Range | Average Weight Range |
| Peekapoo | 9” – 11” | 4lbs – 20lbs |
The often-tiny Peekapoo makes a great first-time dog owners pet given their gentle nature and easiness to train. They are energetic and playful, but care must be taken not to over-exert them as due to them being a flat-faced dog they can experience respiratory distress and easily succumb to heat exhaustion. A companion dog through and through they love nothing better than to go everywhere with their owner.
Texture-wise the Peekapoo has a fine cotton-like coat that can be prone to matting so requires regular brushing and trimming if they have longer-length fur. There is great variation in color from grays, whits, red, sable, creams, and blacks.
Chipoo (Chihuahua & Miniature Poodle)
| Doodle Type | Average Height Range | Average Weight Range |
| Chipoo | 5” – 15” | 5lbs – 20lbs |
One of the most independent little Doodle crosses out there the Chipoo is a bit of an anomaly in that they can tolerate being left to their own devices at times and don’t tend to exhibit the separation anxiety present in many other Doodles. They are high energy and respond well to games and play but they don’t require too much outdoor exercise. A few short walks a day.
They are mainly cream, brown, gray, fawn, white or black. Sometimes they are block colors or can be a blend of more than one. They tend to have smooth or wavy coats which are short to mid-length. It is worth remembering that due to their small size they can struggle in very cold temperatures and generally prefer the heat.
Shihpoo (Shih Tzu & Miniature Poodle)
| Doodle Type | Average Height Range | Average Weight Range |
| Shihpoo | 8” – 18” | 8lbs – 18lbs |
The Shihpoo often has a comically alert facial expression with big eyes staring out a small, stocky, fluffy body. They are loving and affectionate and thrive on being the center of attention. That combined with their minimal exercise needs often make them a great companion for seniors.
They come in black, white, brown, and brindle and can be singularly colored or a combination. Their coats can be straight through to curly with most being wavy and longer in length.
Bipoodle/Poochon (Bichon Frise & Miniature Poodle)
| Doodle Type | Average Height Range | Average Weight Range |
| Bipoodle/Poochon | 9” – 15” | 6lbs – 18lbs |
Cuddly, playful, and providing unconditional love to their owner, who could say no? Great family pets these little guys thrive on human contact and do not do well on their own. They love to play but in equal measures will curl up on the sofa for a snooze. They do need walking daily but not a considerable distance as long as they get plenty of opportunities for at-home play.
Most commonly they are cream, tan, or apricot with wavy mid-length coats. Less commonly they can be grey or black.
Lhasapoo (Lhasa Apso & Miniature Poodle)
| Doodle Type | Average Height Range | Average Weight Range |
| Lhasapoo | 9” – 13” | 10lbs – 15lbs |
A tiny little bodyguard the Lhasapoo loves its owners fiercely but can be much less trusting of strangers and can be known to be vocal about it. They are agile little dogs who enjoy active play and would also need at least one decent walk a day.
With socialization, they can live with other pets, but they can be anxious and do enjoy being the star of the show so would be fine as an only pet. Their small build can make them fragile around very young children, but they are favored as family pets for those with older children.
They come in brown, gray, black, white apricot, and cream and are often mixed in coloring. They can have longer straighter coats or also dense curls.
Cotonpoo (Coton due Tulear & Miniature Poodle)
| Doodle Type | Average Height Range | Average Weight Range |
| Cotonpoo | 9” – 12” | 8lbs – 15lbs |
Perhaps one of the smallest and even most adorable of the Miniature Doodles, the Cotonpoo is a great little dog. Highly intelligent they thrive on training and games. They can adapt to small living areas and need lower-level daily exercise. They are alert and will bark to alert for an intruder but are not known to bark excessively.
Curly or wavy in coat texture, they come in apricot, lemon, white, black, gray, brown and sable. Then tend to retain puppy-esque features including a short muzzle and tail and a compact little body.
Pomapoo (Pomeranian & Miniature Poodle)
| Doodle Type | Average Height Range | Average Weight Range |
| Pomapoo | 8” – 10” | 5lbs – 15lbs |
The Pomapoo is generally known as laid back, friendly and affectionate. They love company and generally get on well with other pets including cats if socialized early. These petite little dogs make great family pets as they love to play but do not require lots of long walks. However, care must be taken that younger children do not unintentionally injure them.
Commonly they are either solid or mixed in colors of brown, black, white, red, fawn, or sable. Often fluffy in appearance with some waves rather than tightly curled.
Yorkiepoo (Yorkshire Terrier & Miniature Poodle)
| Doodle Type | Average Height Range | Average Weight Range |
| Yorkiepoo | 7” – 15” | 3lbs – 14lbs |
The Yorkipoo is often loving referred to as a little pocket rocket. Being a confident and bold little dog, they can be mischievous and high energy and will need mental stimulation and daily walks to tire them out. They are loving companion dogs but often prefer to engage via play rather than curling up for a cuddle.
A Yorkipoo can inherit the blue or gold hues of its Terrier parent or come in any of the colors of the Poodle clan. Solid in color or with a smattering of white the possibilities can seem endless. The texture of their coat is normally a loose scruffy wave and shorter but can occasionally be longer and have Poodle-like curls.
Bolonoodle (Bolognese & Miniature Poodle)
| Doodle Type | Average Height Range | Average Weight Range |
| Bolonoodle | 10” – 12” | 5lbs – 9lbs |
One of the tiniest members of the Miniature Doodle options these little guys are a joy to be around. They have a forever puppy appearance and endear themselves to many with their inquisitive and playful demeanor.
They need plenty of one-to-one affection to ensure they feel confident and secure but will reward their owner or family with complete unwavering devotion. They are high energy, but their little build won’t manage hikes. Short frequent walks with plenty of indoor play are what they need.
In theory, a Bolondoodle could be any color of the Poodle parent however most often the all-white coloring of the Bolognese leads these dogs to be white or light shades of brown or cream. They have a fluffy wavy mid-length coat that is often incredibly soft to the touch.
In Summary
As you can see there are a plethora of Miniature Doodle breeds. However, it is worth noting that many of the Doodles we have spoken about during this article can also be bred with the Toy Poodle. There are also many Standard Doodle breeds that can be bred down with the Miniature version too.
There is a whole world of Doodles out there and their sizes vary A LOT, even within each cross. Whilst we aim to bring you accurate information when it comes to size there really is no definitive answer and we can only offer a guide. Speak to your breeder and take note of the size of the parents. However, even then life can throw you a curveball and you can end up with a Doodle whose size falls above or below the usual range.
As for which is best, who could possible choose? We love them all!