Miniature Poodle vs Elo - Breed Comparison | MyDogBreeds

Miniature Poodle vs Elo - Breed ComparisonBoth Miniature Poodle and Elo are originated from Germany. Miniature Poodle may grow 22 cm / 8 inches shorter than Elo. Miniature Poodle may weigh 27 kg / 59 pounds lesser than Elo. Both Miniature Poodle and Elo has same life span. Miniature Poodle may have less litter size than Elo. Both Miniature Poodle and Elo requires Moderate maintenance.

History

miniature poodle - historyThe Poodle is no stranger to the dog world and has been a familiar face in Western Europe for hundreds of years. Though they have lived in Europe for centuries, their origins are unsure, with some saying they hail from Germany and others say France.

The Miniature Poodles have been used in both countries as gundogs for water birds.

They have always been admired for their intelligence, and Miniature Poodles are believed to have been bred from Standard Poodles. It is interesting to note the 3 official sizes of the Poodle are Toy, Miniature and Standard – all considered one breed and judged according to the same written standard, just with different size requirements.

elo - historyDeveloped in Germany in 1987, the Elo is a fairly new breed and there are some unique situations surrounding its development. For one thing the Elo Breeding and Research Association has trademarked the breed name, Elo. The use of the name is supervised by the Elo Breeding and Research Association. Secondly, the goal in developing the Elo is the make the best possible pet for a family. The Elo is bred for behaviors rather than appearances, for companionship rather than work.

The Elo was developed when Marita and Heinz Stories crossed Old English Sheepdogs (Bobtails) with their Eurasiers. They believed that these two breeds were similar in type and development. They were looking to breed a great household pet. The litters from these original crosses were then bred again with Eurasiers or Chow, Dalmatians, and Samoyeds. This expanded the donor base and they continued to breed for character using just the Eurasier, Chow and Bobtail (Old English Sheepdog). Currently there are about 3000 dogs and 60 breeders of Elos. The breed is not really known outside of Germany but that is slowly changing.

Description

miniature poodle puppy - descriptionWith good care the lifespan of the Miniature Poodle is 14 – 16 years of age. This purebreed dog is small, standing at 28 – 38cm in height and weighing 7 – 8kg.

The coat is typically curly, springy and dense. Colors of the coat can be cream, beige, silver, black, brown or apricot. They are low shedding dogs and are regarded as being hypoallergenic. The ears are floppy and the tail is usually docked to give the dog a nice, compact look.

Temperament:

The Miniature Poodle is intelligent and learns easily, so you won’t have any trouble with training him and having him socialized.

He is a lively dog and loves a game and a walk, loving as much time as possible spent with his human family. He gets on well with other pets in the home as well as with children who have been taught to be kind and gentle with animals.

They are not overly-friendly with strangers, and therefore make excellent watchdogs. They’re the kind of dogs who need both physical and mental stimulation though, and he won’t be content to be left and ignored – after all he counts himself as a member of your family! They make wonderful pets, being playful and energetic and loving water, always ready to swim with you.

elo puppy - descriptionAs previously mentioned the Elo is bred for behaviors not appearance and not work. Therefore, the appearance of any one dog can vary greatly. There is a breed standard but there is also a lot of diversity in the breed. The Elos’ body is longer than it is tall and it tail is full and furry. He carries his tail over his back in a curve. The Elo has furry, slightly rounded, wide set ears. The undercoat is dense, and the top coat length can be medium or short.

Characteristics

miniature poodle dog - characteristicsWhen you take a Miniature Poodle into your home and your heart, there are many wonderful positive aspects that come with him.

You won’t have any trouble training him as he is clever and bright. He is such a loving, loyal pet and he takes his job of guarding you seriously too.

Because they aren’t aggressive, they're easy to keep in the city or the countryside, so long as he receives plenty of love, companionship and exercise. Perhaps the only thing that may require a little bit of effort on your part is the fact that his coat will require quite a bit of upkeep to keep it looking good and healthy.

In exchange for looking after him, you’re going to benefit from having a wonderful canine friend and family pet in your life for many years.

elo dog - characteristicsHaving been bred to be a companion animal, the Elo loves children, is loyal, playful, obedient and calm. They love to and need to be with their people. These are not independent, think on their own dogs. They depend on their people in order to be happy and well behaved. He is outgoing and friendly with people.

Health Problems

miniature poodle puppies - health problemsDog’s thrive on good nutrition and exercise, and if your Miniature Poodle gets both of these combined with plenty of love, he can live to be up to 16 years of age and even older.

They are robust little dogs, but even so, they can get sick. Ear infections, joint diseases, obesity, dental disease and bloat are common dog diseases to look out for -

Bloat:

This is a life-threatening condition where your pet’s stomach fills with gas. The swollen stomach puts pressure on the diaphragm and the dog battles to breathe. The dog could also vomit, be drooling and lethargic.

The stomach can also twist putting the dog in shock. This bloating can occur with any dog breed and efforts can be made to avoid it by feeding the dog smaller more frequent meals as opposed to one larger meal which he gobbles up.

The dog shouldn’t exercise immediately after a meal either. You also want to avoid obesity at all costs.

Mitral Valve Disease:

When the mitral valve malfunctions, blood isn’t being pumped out of the heart to the rest of the body. If the mitral valve weakens or leaks it can lead to endocarditis.

Quite a number of dogs develop some form of heart disease during their lifetime, with a high percentage being due to mitral valve insufficiency, which is more common in smaller dogs.

Your dog may have a cough, be lethargic and lose weight. The first signs of a leaking mitral valve is a heart murmur. At first MVI doesn’t have obvious clinical signs, but with time the efficiency of the heart is reduced and congestive heart failure develops. Your veterinarian will evaluate your pet and suggest treatment.

Sebaceous Adenitis:

A skin problem sounds fairly mild but it can cause havoc in your pet’s life, causing him to be constantly licking and scratching himself. The hair becomes dull and brittle, and breaking the skin from continuous scratching invites bacterial infection. These skin infections will require veterinary intervention.

elo puppies - health problemsAt this point in time the Elo breed is very young and has a very small population, so the breeding group is small and probably inbred. This can lead to hereditary diseases and the Elo is not immune. However, they are a healthy breed and it seems the major issue is Disticha – an eye disease that causes corneal damage. It causes corneal ulcers, inflammation, scarring and tearing. There are a variety of treatments including surgery

Caring The Pet

Grooming:

miniature poodle dogs - caringIf you opt to keep your Miniature Poodle’s coat long, it will actually require regular brushing – every day in fact, if you want to avoid matting and tangling. Most people don’t like the work this involves and they have their Poodle’s hair cut short all over, then he only needs a brush once or twice a week. Your Miniature Poodle just loves the time you spend with him grooming him. It’s your time to feel for any unusual lumps and to also check for fleas and ticks. Some people take their pet to the doggy parlor to have the coat clipped.

The dog’s nails should also be trimmed regularly, and their ears also need to be checked for wax buildup and debris which can lead to an ear infection.

Teeth need to be checked over too because dental disease won’t only lead to loss of teeth but it could be toxic for important body organs too.

Wipe around your pet’s eyes as tear stains can form under the eyes.

Make sure to feed your pet a top quality diet full of vitamins and minerals. Get to know the foods which can be toxic for your pet and cause stomach upsets. Dogs appreciate simplicity and consistency with their diets, and apart from dry kibble, home-made food such as boiled chicken, brown rice and vegetables can be excellent for your pet.

Feeding

elo dogs - caringThe Elo is a non-working family dog so do not over feed them. Use a high quality dry food made for a medium size dog.

Health issues

As mentioned previously the Elo breed is so young as a breed that there have been very few health studies and the only inherited issue at this time besides the Disticha.

Exercise and games

Even though the Elo is a non-working dog, they do require a substantial amount of exercise daily. They need outdoors space to run and play as they are very playful with their family. He loves to go on walks, to run, play and dig. Yes, he can be a digger if he is not provided with appropriate and alternative exercise. Without exercise the Elo can be irritable and display behavior issues.

Basic Information

Group:
Non sporting dog
Companion dog
Origin:
Germany
Germany
Height Male:
28 - 38 cm
11 - 15 inches
46 - 60 cm
18 - 24 inches
Height Female:
28 - 38 cm
11 - 15 inches
43 - 58 cm
16 - 23 inches
Weight Male:
7 - 8 kg
15 - 18 pounds
22 - 35 kg
48 - 78 pounds
Weight Female:
7 - 8 kg
15 - 18 pounds
20 - 32 kg
44 - 71 pounds
Life Span:
14 - 16 Years
13 - 16 Years
Litter Size:
2 - 6
3 - 10
Size:
Small dog
Medium dog
Other Names:
Mini Poo, Barbone, Caniche
Elo Dog
Colors Available:
Cream, black, silver, beige, brown or apricot
white with brown, black, All colors, red, or gray spots
Coat:
Curly, springy and dense
double fluffy top coat medium and short
Shedding:
Minimal
Moderate
Temperament:
Affectionate, Alert, Cheerful, Courageous, Curious, Energetic, Friendly, Gentle, Independent, Intelligent, Lively, Loving, Loyal, Outgoing, Playful, Protective, Responsive, Social, Stubborn, Sweet, Territorial
Affectionate, Cheerful, Loving, Loyal, Outgoing, Playful, Responsive, Sweet
Grooming:
Moderate maintenance
Moderate maintenance
Trainability:
Easy
Easy
Hypoallergenic:
Yes
No
Kids Friendly:
Yes
Yes
New Owners Friendly:
Yes
Yes

Comparison with other breeds

  1. Golden Doodle vs Elo - Breed Comparison
  2. Pomsky vs Elo - Breed Comparison
  3. Old English Bulldog vs Elo - Breed Comparison
  4. Puggle vs Elo - Breed Comparison
  5. Schnoodle vs Elo - Breed Comparison
  6. Eurasier vs Elo - Breed Comparison
  7. Irish Doodles vs Elo - Breed Comparison
  8. Sanshu vs Elo - Breed Comparison
  9. German Spitz (Mittel) vs Elo - Breed Comparison
  10. Bordoodle vs Elo - Breed Comparison
  11. Pandikona vs Elo - Breed Comparison
  12. Renascence Bulldogge vs Elo - Breed Comparison
  13. Hairless Khala vs Elo - Breed Comparison
  14. Jindo vs Elo - Breed Comparison
  15. Hermes Bulldogge vs Elo - Breed Comparison
  16. Elo vs English Bulldog - Breed Comparison
  17. Elo vs Aussie Poo - Breed Comparison
  18. Elo vs Dalmador - Breed Comparison
  19. Serbian Tricolour Hound vs Elo - Breed Comparison
  20. Kromfohrlander vs Elo - Breed Comparison
  21. Valley Bulldog vs Elo - Breed Comparison
  22. Whoodles vs Elo - Breed Comparison
  23. Mini Sheepadoodles vs Elo - Breed Comparison
  24. Dutch Smoushond vs Elo - Breed Comparison
  25. Beabull vs Elo - Breed Comparison
  26. Miniature Poodle vs Lhasa Apso - Breed Comparison
  27. Tibetan Spaniel vs Miniature Poodle - Breed Comparison
  28. Pomeranian vs Miniature Poodle - Breed Comparison
  29. Pug vs Miniature Poodle - Breed Comparison
  30. Miniature Schnauzer vs Miniature Poodle - Breed Comparison
  31. Papillon vs Miniature Poodle - Breed Comparison
  32. Miniature Poodle vs Maltese - Breed Comparison
  33. Miniature Poodle vs Boston Terrier - Breed Comparison
  34. Miniature Poodle vs Beagle - Breed Comparison
  35. Miniature Poodle vs Maltipoo - Breed Comparison
  36. Miniature Poodle vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel - Breed Comparison
  37. Miniature Poodle vs Bichon Frise - Breed Comparison
  38. Miniature Poodle vs Dachshund - Breed Comparison
  39. Miniature Poodle vs Jack Russell Terrier - Breed Comparison
  40. Miniature Poodle vs Cockapoo - Breed Comparison
  41. Miniature Poodle vs West Highland White Terrier - Breed Comparison
  42. Miniature Poodle vs Cavapoo - Breed Comparison
  43. Miniature Poodle vs Corgi - Breed Comparison
  44. Miniature Poodle vs Cavachon - Breed Comparison
  45. Miniature Poodle vs Mal-Shi - Breed Comparison
  46. Miniature Poodle vs American Eskimo Dog - Breed Comparison
  47. Miniature Poodle vs Miniature Australian Shepherd - Breed Comparison
  48. Miniature Poodle vs Japanese Chin - Breed Comparison
  49. Miniature Poodle vs Miniature English Bulldog - Breed Comparison
  50. Miniature Poodle vs Miniature Dachshund - Breed Comparison

View/Compare Breeds

Popular Dog Breeds