Toy Poodles stand no more than 10 inches tall and grow 4 to 10 pounds. While most people associate Poodles with France, the Toy Poodle was developed in the early 1900s in Germany. They are known for their good looks, but the truth is they are elegant athletes. These tiny pups are proud, active, and smart. They have many talents that are shown off in dog shows around the world. Toy Poodles have a short curly coat that requires regular grooming. Toy Poodles are great as a family dog or a companion.