Teacup Poodle Full Grown (Adult Size & Age Fully Grown)

The Teacup Poodle is the smallest size of Poodle however it is an unofficial size. They are created through selective breeding where breeders take the smallest Poodles from two unrelated litters and breed them together, repeating this process until they consistently get the “teacup” size. There can be variation in Teacup Poodle size which is why you be wondering what size a full grown Teacup Poodle is and also what age when they will get to that size.

If you are interested in knowing more about fully grown Teacup Poodles, keep reading this article to find out all the answers to your questions about this breed!

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When Is A Teacup Poodle Full Grown?

A Teacup Poodle is fully grown between 6 and 7 months of age when they reach their full adult weight. Just before this age Teacup Poodles will reach their full height and for the remaining months of growth they will fill out and continue gaining weight.

How Big Is A Teacup Poodle Full Grown?

A fully grown Teacup Poodle is 5 to 8 inches (12.7cm to 20.3cm) and weighs around 4 pounds (1.8kg). They are the smallest Poodle size however they are an unofficial size. The smallest recognized Poodle size is the Toy Poodle.

Teacup Poodle Height	Teacup Poodle Weight
5 to 8 inches (12.7cm to 20.3cm)	Approx. 4 pounds (1.8kg)

Comparison Of Poodle Sizes

Toy Poodle are 10 inches (25.4cm) tall and weigh between 4 and 6 pounds (1.8kg to 2.7kg).
Mini Poodles are 10 to 15 inches (25.4cm to 38.1cm) tall and weigh between 10 and 15 pounds (4.5kg to 6.8kg).
Standard Poodles are 18 to 24 inches (45.7cm to 61.0cm) tall and weigh between 45 and 70 pounds (20.4kg to 31.8kg).

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Full Grown Teacup Poodle Weight

Full grown Teacup Poodles weigh around 4 pounds (1.8kg). They are the lightest Poodle.

If you find out the weight of the parents of your Teacup Poodle you will get a good idea of how much your puppy will weigh as an adult.

	Teacup Poodle	Toy Poodle	Mini Poodle	Standard Poodle
Weight (lbs)	4 lbs	4 to 6 lbs	10 to 15 lbs	45 to 70 lbs
Weight (kg)	1.8kg	1.8kg to 2.7kg	4.5kg to 6.8kg	20.4kg to 31.8kg

Is My Teacup Poodle Overweight?

Your Teacup Poodle may be overweight if you have to push through excess fat to feel their ribs and if don’t have a visible waistline. When looking at a Teacup Poodle from a birds-eye view they should have a subtle hourglass figure. If they are overweight, their body shape may look very round or like a sausage instead of having a thinner waistline than their ribcage and hips.

If you are worried about your Teacup Poodle being overweight, the best thing you can do is go to the vet to get their professional opinion. They may suggest feeding your Teacup Poodle a different diet or suggest a more vigorous exercise regime. In the meantime, you can try and get your Teacup Poodle back to a healthier weight by going on more walks, encouraging your Teacup Poodle to run around more and playing active games like fetch. Also stop feeding your Teacup Poodle human food and don’t give them as many treats or snacks.

Is My Teacup Poodle Underweight?

Your Teacup Poodle may be underweight if you can see or feel the ridges of their ribs. When looking at a Teacup Poodle from a birds-eye view they should have a subtle hourglass figure. If the hourglass figure is very prominent or severe, your Teacup Poodle may be underweight.

There are a range of reasons why Teacup Poodles may become underweight but the main ones are if you are underfeeding or over exercising them. Another common cause is sickness and if this is the case you should definitely go to a vet for a check-up.

Full Grown Teacup Poodle Height

A full grown Teacup Poodle gets to a height of 5 to 8 inches (12.7cm to 20.3cm) tall at the shoulder. They are the shortest Poodle.

	Teacup Poodle	Toy Poodle	Mini Poodle	Standard Poodle
Height (inches)	5 to 8 inches	Up to 10 inches	10 to 15 inches	18 to 24 inches
Height (cm)	12.7cm to 20.3cm	Up to 25.4cm	25.4cm to 38.1cm	45.7cm to 61.0cm

What Does A Full Grown Teacup Poodle Look Like?

A full grown Teacup Poodle is a tiny dog with a curly, dense coat. They have a compact body with round head and dark oval shaped eyes. Their ears are usually quite long and hang close to their heads. Their small, dignified posture means that their movement is agile, light and effortless.

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How To Estimate Your Teacup Poodle’s Full Size

1. DNA Testing

Besides looking at Teacup Poodle growth charts and reading Teacup Poodle size guide articles, a good way to estimate your Teacup Poodle’s full size is to do a DNA test. Many people choose to DNA test their Teacup Poodle as a puppy to predict their adult size. Embark Vet offers a health test which will give you a predicted adult weight for your puppy.

2. Weight Prediction Formulas

Another way to predict a Teacup Poodle’s full size is to use a weight prediction formula. Most formulas require that you take a Teacup Poodle’s weight at the age they reach half their adult size and then multiply it by two.

Teacup Poodle Growth Chart

Birth to 2 Weeks

Between birth and 2 weeks of age, Teacup Poodles are deaf and blind. They are unable to look after themselves and are fully dependant on their mothers as the only senses they have are taste and touch. Teacup Poodles spend majority of these 2 weeks sleeping and nestling as close to their mother as they can. Their muscles are not developed and they cannot walk.

3 Weeks to 12 Weeks

From 3 weeks to 3 months of age, Teacup Poodles start to become more independent. At the beginning of this period they will get their hearing and sense of smell. Their eyes and ears open so they become much more inquisitive about the world. They start to interact with litter mates, bark and walk a little as their muscles start to get stronger.

Teacup Poodles start to become more aware of their surroundings and start to interact with others. Weaning begins during this stage so they start eating food other than their mother’s milk. By 8 weeks, they have full use of their senses and usually go to their new home.

4 Months to 6 Months

Teething begins between 4 and 6 months of age. Many Teacup Poodles undergo a big growth spurt at this age as they are only eating puppy food now. At this age, your Teacup Poodle will be nearly their full adult size.

7 Months to 9 Months

Teacup Poodles will be their full height. They also reach sexual maturity during this age period. Female Teacup Poodles go through their first heat if they are not desexed.

10 Months to 12 Months

All sizes of Teacup Poodle are fully grown or nearly fully grown by 12 months of age. They’ll get their adult coat and you’ll eventually have to swap over to adult food. At this age Teacup Poodles are extremely active and also very inquisitive. They love exploring their world and learning new things.

Unfortunately, this is the age where you might start having problems with your Teacup Poodle as it is the adolescent stage. Teacup Poodles may start displaying some regressive behavior like not listening to your training commands, being a bit aggressive or chewing up stuff. This is especially the case if your Teacup Poodle is not desexed as their hormones will start to kick in. Just remember that this won’t last long and be patient as your Teacup Poodle is a teenager.