Longevity
Life expectancy
It lives on average from 12 to 15 years, sometimes longer.
Build
A robust breed?
Small but sturdy, it is not very fragile when it comes from tested parents.
Watch points
What to watch for
The knees, eyes (tearing, cataracts), dental hygiene and skin must be monitored.
Patellar dislocation : Common in small dogs.
Cataracts and retinal atrophy : Possible eye diseases in the Bichon and Poodle.
Tartar : Small jaws promote periodontal disease.
Skin allergies : Possible itching and redness.
Climate
Cold and heat tolerance
It tolerates moderate cold thanks to its coat, less well after a short clipping. In hot weather, outings should be limited.
Weight
Tendency to gain weight
He easily gains weight with treats; the ration must be weighed.
Daily life
Good habits to keep it healthy
- Brush the teeth several times a week.
- Clean tear stains.
- Consult in case of repeated limping.
Vaccination
Poochon vaccines: vaccination schedule
Which vaccines for a Poochon? Like all dogs, the Poochon receives essential vaccines from 8 weeks old: CHPPi (core vaccine) and Leptospirosis. The puppy primary vaccination for Poochon is given in several injections 4 weeks apart, followed by a first booster at 1 year. Depending on its lifestyle (hunting, hiking, boarding, travel, region), your veterinarian may complete the protocol with vaccines against Rabies, Kennel cough, Piroplasmosis, Lyme disease and Leishmaniasis.
| Vaccine | Primary series | First booster | Then | Who for? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
CHPPi (core vaccine)Core Distemper, Rubarth hepatitis, parvovirosis and parainfluenza | 8 weeks · 12 weeks · 3 months | 1 year | every year | All pets |
LeptospirosisCore Leptospirosis (bacterium transmitted by rodent urine and stagnant water) | 8 weeks · 12 weeks | 1 year | every year | All pets |
RabiesLifestyle-based Rabies | 12 weeks | 1 year | every year | Mandatory for travel abroad, categorized dogs, most boarding kennels and shows |
Kennel coughLifestyle-based Bordetella bronchiseptica and parainfluenza | 8 weeks | 1 year | every year | Dogs attending boarding kennels, daycares, dog clubs and shows |
PiroplasmosisLifestyle-based Tick-borne babesiosis | 5 months · 6 months | 1 year | every year | Hunting dogs, dogs living in rural or wooded areas, dogs highly exposed to ticks |
Lyme diseaseLifestyle-based Tick-borne borreliosis | 12 weeks · 3 months | 1 year | every year | Hiking dogs, hunting dogs, forest areas of the East and the Center |
LeishmaniasisLifestyle-based Leishmaniasis transmitted by sandflies | 6 months | 1 year and 6 months | every year | Dogs living or staying in the South of France, Corsica and the Mediterranean basin |
Adult Poochon vaccine boosters are annual for leptospirosis and rabies; for distemper, hepatitis, and parvovirus, a booster every three years is often sufficient after the first booster. Your veterinarian will adjust the schedule to your dog’s actual risk.
Which boosters for your Poochon?
Enter your companion’s age: we list the vaccines to do now and the next boosters.
Adopting well
Adopting a healthy Poochon
A patella check, an eye examination and the progressive retinal atrophy DNA test in the parent Poodle are recommended.
This information is provided for guidance only and does not replace a veterinarian’s advice. If you have any concerns about your pet’s health, consult a professional.
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