Magnolia Lane Kennel
We are a breeder of Red Moyen Poodles.
Breed Info
Moyen Poodles are a medium-sized Poodle; between a miniature and standard. They are an intelligent and hearty breed that makes them excellent service dogs and companions.
Children friendly
Moyen Poodles get along well with children, and they're not so tiny that they can't live in a household with a toddler.
Excellent housekeeper
Moyen Poodles make excellent watchdogs and will alert their people to approaching strangers, but it's not their style to bark without cause.
What is a Moyen Poodle?
Moyens go by a few names internationally. They’re sometimes called a Klein Poodle, or Klein Moyen Poodles in Europe. Other names include the Caniche, Barbone, or Chien Canne. They are also sometimes simply referred to as Medium Poodles.
What does Moyen mean?
“Moyen” is a French word meaning “medium”, indicating the size of the dog. It can also translate to “means”, as in this dog was a means of hunting waterfowl or performing other services. It’s agreed that they were originally bred in Western Europe, although the exact country is debated. The most popular origin story is for Germany, as the name “Poodle” originates from the German word for “puddle”. They were named for their bred profession, which was as a waterfowl retrieving dog.
Moyens were apparently bred specifically to be a more suitable companion dog than their Standard Poodle cousins. Their smaller size made them easier to cuddle and handle indoors.
Moyens were apparently bred specifically to be a more suitable companion dog than their Standard Poodle cousins. Their smaller size made them easier to cuddle and handle indoors.
How Moyen Poodles compare to other Poodles
Moyens’ mid-range size does mean they do not qualify for many purebred competitions, as they are too small to compete with standards and too large to compete with miniatures. They do, however, make excellent grooming competition dogs.
Moyen Poodle Personality and Temperament
Moyens tend to be fantastic family dogs, as they are gentle around children but full of enough energy to keep up with them. They enjoy large amounts of outdoor activity and water play, and make fantastic travel companions.
They are also incredibly intelligent dogs, ranked as the second smartest of 138 breeds, only slightly behind Border Collies.
This makes them perfect candidates for service, as they are more than capable and often willing to follow commands and training to assist in daily function.
If you are looking for a service dog, a working companion, or just a loveable pet, a Moyen Poodle might be perfect for your needs.
Do Moyen Poodles shed
Because they have a hair coat, Poodles in general do not shed in the same way that dogs with regular fur coats do. They are more likely to have longer, easier to matt hair, hence the need for regular brushing and trimming.
