Miniature Poodle

Dog

Unlike most breeds, Poodles can come in a variety of sizes, distinguished by adult shoulder (withers) height. The exact height cutoffs among the varieties vary slightly from country to country. The Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI) recognizes four sizes of one breed, standard, medium, miniature, and toy. Non-FCI kennel clubs generally recognize three sizes, standard, miniature, and toy, sometimes as sizes of the same breed and sometimes as separate breeds. The miniature poodle is a wonderful dog for apartment dwellers as it does not demand a large yard to play in. It is known for barking when nervous, and therefore makes a fine watchdog. According to AKC standards, miniature poodles stand taller than ten inches at the shoulder, but no taller than fifteen inches. The terms royal standard, teacup, and tiny teacup are marketing names, and are not recognized by any major kennel club.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Standard_Poodle