Last updated on September 22nd, 2021 at 10:48 pm
Average Price and Price Range of Miniature Poodle Puppies
The average price of a Miniature Poodle is $2530. The price of Miniature Poodles typically ranges from $1500 to $3000. However, the price of a Miniature Poodle puppy can be as low as $350 and as high as $20,000.
We obtained the average price and the price range of Miniature Poodles by analyzing the prices of over one thousand Miniature Poodle puppies listed for sale from various sources.
Several factors determine the price of a Miniature Poodle puppy. Some of these factors include:
- The bloodline (pedigree) of a Miniature Poodle puppy. Puppies from famous parents are generally more expensive.
- Where the Miniature Poodle puppy breeder is located in the United States (Puppies are more expensive in some places in the United States).
- The extra accessories that come with the Miniature Poodle puppy, for example, microchip, travel crate, health certificate, etc.
The table below shows the price ranges of Miniature Poodle puppies and the number of puppies listed for sale at each price range. These are all prices of miniature poodle puppies that are less than 6 months old.
| Price Range | Number of Puppies at this Price Range |
|---|---|
| $1000 – $2000 | 513 |
| $2000 – $3000 | 390 |
| $3000 – $10000 | 185 |
| $500 – $1000 | 85 |
| $10000 – $20000 | 14 |
| $100 – $500 | 5 |
| $0 – $100 | 0 |
The chart above shows how many Miniature Poodle puppies are available for sale at different price points. For example, 161 Miniature Poodle puppies were listed for sale at around $1930, making this price the most common price for a Miniature Poodle puppy.
Also, half of all the Miniature Poodle puppies that we found listed for sale were listed at a price between $1500 to $3000. This popular price range for Miniature Poodles is shaded green in the chart above.
Prices of Male and Female Miniature Poodles
The average price of a Male Miniature Poodle is $2490. The price of a Male Miniature Poodle ranges from $1500 to $3000. We obtained this average price and price range by reviewing the prices of 703 Male Miniature Poodle puppies.
The average price of a Female Miniature Poodle is $2590. The price of a Female Miniature Poodle ranges from $1600 to $3000. We obtained this average price and price range by reviewing the prices of 484 Female Miniature Poodle puppies.
From our analysis, there is no real difference between the price of a male and a female Miniature Poodle puppy.
| Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $2490 | $2590 |
| Price Range | $1500 – $3000 | $1600 – $3000 |
Prices of Miniature Poodle Puppies with Registration Papers (AKC and other Registries)
The average price of a Miniature Poodle puppy that comes with registration papers is $2740, while the average price of a Miniature Poodle puppy without registration papers is $2110.
We obtained this price information from our price breakdown of 789 Miniature Poodle puppies with registration papers that were listed for sale and 403 Miniature Poodle puppies without registration papers that were listed for sale.
If you want to buy a Miniature Poodle puppy with registration papers, expect to pay an extra $630 more compared to a puppy without papers.
The price of a registered/registerable Miniature Poodle puppy ranges from $1800 to $3000.
The price of a Miniature Poodle puppy without registration papers ranges from $1200 to $2500.
| Price | With Registration Papers | Without Registration Papers |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $2740 | $2110 |
| Price Range | $1800 – $3000 | $1200 – $2500 |
Dog clubs such as the American Kennel Club (AKC) in the USA provide dog registration papers. However, in addition to the AKC, there are other dog clubs in the USA and in other countries. Some of these dog clubs are: American Kennel Club (United States)
- United Kennel Club (International)
- The Kennel Club (United Kingdom)
- Canadian Kennel Club
- Continental Kennel Club
- United All Breed Registry
- International Canine Association
- Fédération Cynologique Internationale (International)
One purpose of dog registration papers is for keeping track of the breeding history, the ownership history, and the heritage history of a dog.
For example, for a dog to have AKC papers, its parents must have AKC papers. Therefore, you can be very sure that a dog is purebred if it is AKC registerable, or if it comes with AKC registration papers.
Note that not all dog registries keep as much record of a dog`s history as the AKC. So, if a breeder claims that a puppy comes with registration papers, always check with the breeder to find out what type of registration paper the puppy has.
In addition to its use for keeping records, registration papers also make you and your dog eligible to participate in events organized by dog clubs. Such events include dog shows and other fun dog events.
Note that the AKC only allows purebred dogs to be registered in its traditional registry. Mixed-breed/hybrid dogs are recognized by the AKC but they cannot be registered in AKC`s traditional registry.
For your convenience, we have compiled a detailed list of reputable AKC poodle breeders in different US states. Check out the list of these reputable poodle breeders and how much they sell their poodle puppies.
Prices of Miniature Poodle Puppies With Up-To-Date Vaccinations
Miniature Poodle puppies are very vulnerable when they are newly born. They can easily get infected with diseases. Therefore, responsible breeders ensure that their puppies get vaccinated to boost the immune systems of their puppies.
Veterinarians have a recommended list of vaccines that puppies should take at different ages (e.g. at 4 weeks, 8 weeks, etc.). A puppy that is up to date on its vaccination should have received the vaccine that it needs to take for its age.
Our advice is that you only buy a puppy that is up to date on its vaccination. Always ask a breeder that is trying to sell you a puppy what vaccination the puppy has received.
The table below shows the vaccine shots that a puppy should have taken at different ages. Here is the vaccine schedule that the American Kennel Club (AKC) recommends for puppies.
| Puppy’s Age | Recommended Vaccinations | Optional Vaccinations |
| 6 — 8 weeks | Distemper, parvovirus | Bordetella |
| 10 — 12 weeks | DHPP (vaccines for distemper, adenovirus [hepatitis], parainfluenza, and parvovirus) | Influenza, Leptospirosis, Bordetella, Lyme disease per lifestyle as recommended by veterinarian |
| 16 — 18 weeks | DHPP, rabies | Influenza, Lyme disease, Leptospirosis, Bordetella per lifestyle |
| 12 — 16 months | DHPP, rabies | Coronavirus, Leptospirosis, Bordetella, Lyme disease |
| Every 1 — 2 years | DHPP | Influenza, Coronavirus, Leptospirosis, Bordetella, Lyme disease per lifestyle |
| Every 1 — 3 years | Rabies (as required by law) | none |
The average price of a Miniature Poodle puppy with up-to-date vaccination is $2550, while the average price of a Miniature Poodle puppy that is not up to date with its vaccination is $1890.
We obtained this information from our detailed review of 1149 Miniature Poodle puppies with up-to-date vaccination that were listed for sale and 43 Miniature Poodle puppies without up-to-date vaccinations that were listed for sale.
Important Things to Know About Miniature Poodles Before Getting One
Here are some of the very important characteristics of the Miniature Poodle that you need to know about the Miniature Poodle breed before getting a Miniature Poodle puppy:
- Miniature Poodles do not like to be left alone.
- Miniature Poodles do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
- Miniature Poodles do not have the tendency to drool.
- Miniature Poodles require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.
- Miniature Poodles have the tendency to develop certain health problems.
- Miniature Poodles have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.
- Miniature Poodles are not very vocal. They have a very low tendency to bark and howl.
- Miniature Poodles are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
- Miniature Poodles can tolerate hot weather.
- Miniature Poodles get along well with other dogs.
- Miniature Poodles are very friendly towards strangers.
- Miniature Poodles gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
- Miniature Poodles are prone to nip and chew at things.
- Miniature Poodles have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
- Miniature Poodles require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
- Miniature Poodles adapt well to apartment living.
- Miniature Poodles are good for new dog owners.
- Miniature Poodles are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
- Miniature Poodles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
- Miniature Poodles are very easy to train.
- Miniature Poodles are highly intelligent.
- Miniature Poodles are very playful.
- Miniature Poodles weigh 12 to 20 pounds when fully grown.
- Miniature Poodles are from 10 to over 15 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
- Miniature Poodles have a lifespan of 12 to 15 years.
Buying a Miniature Poodle Puppy
The best places to buy miniature poodles are from AKC-approved poodle breeders. Check out our list of reputable poodle puppy breeders from the AKC`s marketplace.
Advice When Buying a Miniature Poodle Puppy
Buying a miniature poodle puppy is not an easy task because there are many things that you should consider. First, it is very important that you know about the poodle breed before buying a poodle. What makes a miniature poodle attractive to most people is that miniature poodles do not shed a lot. Miniature poodles are hypoallergenic. Miniature Poodles are great for people with dog allergies.
On the downside, miniature poodles require a lot of grooming. You have to brush their coats and clip their hair on a regular basis. You can learn how to take care care of a poodle here. This is a good resource on how to groom a poodle at home. Fortunately, compared to standard poodles, Miniature poodles are easier to groom because of their smaller body size.
Another rule when deciding to buy a miniature poodle dog is to make sure you really like dogs because dogs are like kids and will require your love and attention for them to have their best living conditions. Poodles especially are people dogs. They like human companionship. Poodles do not like to be left alone. Think really well about taking the leap of getting a puppy. Also, make sure that the people around you love dogs because sometimes, it takes a village! Does your present/future partner like dogs, what about your mother-in-law? These are questions that you should ask yourself.
Furthermore, before buying a miniature poodle, it is necessary that you start looking for a miniature poodle breeder early and start building a relationship with the breeder. It would be better if the breeder is near your so that you could talk to him or her, learn about his breeding business, and learn more about the miniature poodle breed.
When visiting with a breeder, check the living conditions of his or her dogs. The place should be spacious, well-ventilated, with enough room for puppies to move and play, and it should contain clean water and food.
Ask the breeder to let you meet the parent of the puppy. First, this will let you know the size of your puppy`s parents. Knowing the size of your miniature puppy parents will give you an idea of how big your miniature poodle will get. Also, if the parents of your puppy look healthy, then you can be confident that the breeder will breed healthy puppies too.
Importantly, before picking up a miniature poodle puppy from a breeder and taking it home, you should check the puppy carefully to make sure the miniature poodle puppy does not have any health problems. Check that the ears are clean and without any wounds or redness; check the puppy`s poop to make sure the puppy does not have diarrhea; make sure that the puppy does not have respiratory symptoms like coughing, sneezing, or runny nose (Beware because dogs can transfer diseases such as kennel cough to humans). Make sure the puppy has bright eyes and an alert appearance; check that its body is strong and free from any lumps, rashes, or other abnormalities.
Finally, there are many dog diseases that can be easily treated in time, but once a dog gets them it is very difficult to improve their health conditions because of secondary effects created by more serious problems or complications that can cause more serious disorders of the animal. Make sure that your future puppy has all its vaccines up to date, like rabies vaccination. It wouldn`t be bad either to take a blood sample from the pup to a laboratory and check if it has been infected with any diseases. That would be done by a veterinarian.
Avoid Puppy Mills
A puppy mill is defined as “a large-scale commercial dog breeding operation where profit is given priority over the well-being of the dogs.” These facilities are typically found in low population areas since they require vast amounts of land for housing and raising hundreds or thousands of dogs. Puppy mills are regulated under state and federal laws. However, many states lack strong laws to prevent abuses at these facilities. Since it`s legal to sell puppies in any number, anyone can open a puppy mill without government oversight or accountability.
Puppy mills usually house their dogs in overcrowded and unsanitary conditions without adequate veterinary care, food, water, or socialization. The dogs spend their entire lives in small wire cages, and the only contact they may have with people is when they are being bred or sold.
If you really love and care about dogs, buy a miniature poodle puppy from a well-established breeder that cares about puppies more than profit. These breeders are more likely to sell you a puppy that will grow up to be healthy and well-behaved.
Conclusion
Owing a poodle is wonderful. Poodles are the best. Poodles are intelligent, elegant, beautiful, and friendly. They make the best companions. We wish you good luck finding a miniature poodle puppy that is perfect for you!
