Poodle (Miniature) — cost & care
Active, Proud, Very Smart. Small non-sporting dog.
A Poodle (Miniature) costs roughly $24,200 over its lifetime (10–18 years), or about $1,550/year: ~$270 food, ~$380 insurance, ~$450 routine vet, ~$200 grooming. Purchase price runs $500–$2,000.
📍 Costs in USD (United States) — see this breed in another country.
1.2cups of food / day (~9.1 lb/mo)
1.6cups of water / day
14 yraverage lifespan (10–18)
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A Poodle (Miniature) eats ~9.1 lb/month. Shop small-breed foodFull cost breakdown
| Item | Cost (USD) |
|---|---|
| Purchase (one-off) | $500–$2,000 |
| Food / year | $270 (1.2 cups/day) |
| Pet insurance / year | $380 (est.) |
| Routine vet / year | $450 |
| Grooming / year | $200 |
| Supplies & misc / year | $250 |
| Total annual | $1,550 |
| Lifetime total | $24,200 |
Breed stats
| Size | Small |
| Avg weight | 12 lb |
| Height | 25–38 in |
| Lifespan | 10–18 yrs |
| Group | Non-Sporting |
| Hypoallergenic | No |
Temperament & care
| Energy | 3/5 |
| Trainability | 3/5 |
| Good with families | 3/5 |
| Apartment-friendly | 5/5 |
| Shedding | 3/5 |
| Grooming need | 3/5 |
Common health conditions
Breed-specific hereditary conditions vary — ask a vet about recommended health screening for this breed.
How we calculate: food cost = breed weight → vet RER/MER calorie formula → cups/day → US food-price average. Insurance = NAPHIA US average adjusted by breed health-risk tier and size. Estimates — verify with your vet and insurer.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Poodle (Miniature) cost per year?
About $1,550 a year — roughly $270 food, $380 insurance, $450 vet and $200 grooming.
What is the lifetime cost of a Poodle (Miniature)?
Around $24,200 across its 10–18-year lifespan, including purchase and first-year setup.
How much does a Poodle (Miniature) eat?
About 1.2 cups of food a day (~9.1 lb per month).
How much water should a Poodle (Miniature) drink?
About 1.6 cups of water a day — verify with your vet for your animal.
Is the Poodle (Miniature) hypoallergenic?
No — the Poodle (Miniature) sheds and is not considered hypoallergenic.