How tall is a Miniature Poodle?

An adult Miniature Poodle stands about 13 inches at the shoulder (AKC mid-range, male). Females typically run 1–2 inches shorter, and individual variation within the breed is roughly ±2 inches.

Is a Miniature Poodle considered a small dog?

Yes — at 13" / 13 lb, the Miniature Poodle falls into the small-breed size class (shoulder height 11–15"). Out of 252 breeds catalogued, it ranks #188 tallest.

How does a Miniature Poodle compare to a person?

At 13" tall, a Miniature Poodle stands about 20% of the height of an average adult (5'4" / 64"). The chart on this page draws both silhouettes at the same pixel-per-inch scale so the proportion you see is the real ratio.

Miniature Poodle Size Compared to a Person

A Miniature Poodle stands 13″ at the shoulder and weighs about 13 lb — that puts it at 20% of the height of an average adult (5′4″ / 64″). Of the 252 breeds catalogued, it ranks #188 by shoulder height and falls into the small-breed size class (Small breeds, 11–15").

Miniature Poodle next to a person at scale — 13-inch shoulder height, 13 lb. Drawn by iDogNames. — Miniature Poodle at 13″ / 13 lb, next to an average adult at 5′4″ / 135 lb. Drawn to AKC breed standards.

How a Miniature Poodle compares

	Miniature Poodle	Person	Difference
Shoulder height	13″	64″	-51″
Weight	13 lb	135 lb	-122 lb

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About the Miniature Poodle

The Miniature Poodle is an elegant, intelligent, and remarkably versatile companion that stands 10 to 15 inches tall. Originally bred down from the Standard Poodle in France, the Miniature Poodle retains all the intelligence, athleticism, and hypoallergenic qualities of its larger cousin in a more manageable package. Their curly, non-shedding coat comes in a stunning array of colors including white, black, apricot, red, silver, and more, making each Miniature Poodle uniquely beautiful.

Similar-size breeds

The 8 breeds in the Small size class with shoulder height closest to the Miniature Poodle.

Basset Hound — 13″ / 53 lb (same height)
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel — 13″ / 16 lb (same height)
Cavapoo — 13″ / 18 lb (same height)
Eskapoo — 13″ / 18 lb (same height)
Foxton — 13″ / 14 lb (same height)
Frengle — 13″ / 22 lb (same height)
Glen of Imaal Terrier — 13″ / 36 lb (same height)
Lowchen — 13″ / 15 lb (same height)

Frequently asked

How tall is a Miniature Poodle?: An adult Miniature Poodle stands about 13 inches at the shoulder (AKC mid-range, male). Females typically run 1–2 inches shorter, and individual variation within the breed is roughly ±2 inches.
Is a Miniature Poodle considered a small dog?: Yes — at 13" / 13 lb, the Miniature Poodle falls into the small-breed size class (shoulder height 11–15"). Out of 252 breeds catalogued, it ranks #188 tallest.
How does a Miniature Poodle compare to a person?: At 13" tall, a Miniature Poodle stands about 20% of the height of an average adult (5'4" / 64"). The chart on this page draws both silhouettes at the same pixel-per-inch scale so the proportion you see is the real ratio.

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