We’ve all seen a variety of cute and adorable poodle pictures online. The graceful fluffy plumage, playful behavior and unique expressions of these social butterflies have made them an internet sensation.

You may be familiar with its different sizes, but do you know that there are also variations in colors?

Yes, there are almost 11 standard poodle colors known. However, they also differ in coat and can be a semi-coloured, tri-coloured or imaginary poodle.

Ghost-colored poodle? Is this a ghost? Number? What then is it or does this type of dog really exist? And can you adopt him like any other typical dog breed?

Let’s find out!

Bonus: Sizes, coat colors, temperament, grooming, health – we’ve discussed all the traits you need to know if you’re considering getting this unique ghost puppy.

Phantom Poodle

The ghost poodle is an expensive poodle with different coat colors. This is not a new breed of dog, but a normal poodle puppy with unique markings on its shaggy fur.

The dominant hue may be brown, apricot, white, red, black, silver or cream. However, A.K.C. He doesn’t know this dog.

Different markings can be brown (chocolate), apricot, red, cream or silver. These two-color pairings are usually found on certain body parts in all ghost dogs:

Across the Chest
Above Dog’s Eyes
Below the poodle tail
Bottom of the legs
On the Muzzle’s Side or Chin

So, are all bicolor poodle pairings ghost dogs? No, not all poodles with bicolored fur are considered ghost dogs. At that time,

What is a ghost dog?

Ghost poodles are not distinct pups, they are poodles with certain secondary color markings on their solid fur.

The unique and beautiful bi-color coat has made them popular among pet lovers. They are not registered with the A.K.C. though.

So what does it mean to be a ghostly colored poodle?

For a poodle to be considered a ghost, it must have secondary colored markings in certain areas of the primary dominant fur.

Note: Poodles are naturally born with these beautiful markings. Yes, they are purebred!

Other Ghost Colored Dogs
Similar color marking is seen in other dogs such as Doberman (Doble markings), spaniel, dachshund and Yorkie puppies.

Phantom Poodle Appearance

A ghost poodle puppy is often mistaken for a party poodle because of the bicolor coat pattern on both dogs.

So how do you know what ghostly colored poodles look like?

They have brown eyes like other poodles but can also have light colored eyes due to mutation, genetics or disease. The coat is thick, dense and fluffy which makes them very cute and elegant.

When it comes to coat colors, they always have secondary markings in a certain place (mentioned above).

Unlike long-haired dalmatians, whose black spots become evident after a few days, their fur has visible ghost marks when they are born.

Ghost puppies can grow to be 20cm-61cm tall and weigh around 6 to 50 pounds.

However, the average size of a ghost poodle standard can be up to 70 pounds. At the same time, the average male can weigh 40 to 70 pounds compared to the female, whose weight is usually in the 40 to 60 pounds range.

Party Poodle vs. ghost poodle
Party poodles are called poodles that are partially blue, black, red, brown in white fur. Usually, they have almost 50% predominant white color. However, ghost-colored poodles have small secondary markings on their single-coated skin that can be any common poodle coat color.

Phantom Poodle Types

Like a regular poodle, ghost puppies can have up to four different types. Each breed has a unique coat color, size and weight.

However, all poodle breeds have an equal chance of having unique markings:

1. Phantom Toy Poodles

The ghost toy poodle is a smaller puppy that is almost 9 – 11 inches (23cm-28cm) tall and weighs six to ten pounds.

2. Phantom Miniature Poodle

The mini phantom poodle is slightly larger than the toy poodle, weighing 15 to 23 pounds and standing 11 to 14 inches (23cm-36cm).

3. Medium (Moyen) Poodle

Medium phantom-type poodles grow to around 21 to 37 pounds and 15 to 18 inches (38cm-46cm). They are also considered a mini version of a standard ghost poop.

4. Phantom Standard Poodle

The standard phantom will have a similar stature and weight as a regular poodle because they are uniquely colored dogs, not different breeds. They grow to a height of 24 inches (61 cm) and weigh about 40 to 70 pounds.

Note: The type of ghost poodle depends on the genetics (or mutation) of the dog and its parents.

Teacup Ghost Poodle
A rare variety that is even smaller than the toy poodle and can grow up to 9 inches (23 cm). However, the weight is almost 5 to 6 pounds.

Phantom Poodle Colors

Phantom-colored poodles not only have different sizes, but are also divided according to their color markings. Also, multicolored poodles can have different secondary hues combined with the primary monochrome coat.

Phantom Poodle with Silver Color

Silver ghost dogs are one of the beautiful and beloved color combinations among breeders and dog lovers. Solid color is usually brown or black, while markings can be cream, silver, light gray or apricot hue.

The silver-black or silver-brown poodle combination is cute as a cute poodle and can be a great pet to adopt.

Phantom Poodle with Chocolate Color

The chocolate ghost poodle is true to its name as it resembles a chocolate bar with its solid brown coat mixed with flecks of apricot or cream.

Note: Click to read panda like German Shepherd, which is like a really cute panda.

Phantom Poodle with Black Color

It is one of the most popular ghost poodles as the beautiful, unique markings are more prominent on the dark fur. A black ghost poodle may have secondary patches of cream, silver, gray, red, white, apricot color.

Tri Phantom Poodle

Yes, they can also have tricolor markings. It is mostly a black ghost with tan, cream or apricot markings and some white markings on its abdomen or under its tail.

Phantom poodle with Red Color

The red ghost poodle is graceful, graceful and perfect for an Instagram photo like a cute schnoodle. However, the solid coat can be a light or dark shade of red (sometimes orange). The markings are usually apricot or cream colored.

Phantom Poodle Genetics

The gene that causes phantom marks in the poodle (Ky/Ky) is recessive, meaning that both parents must have it to display the unique feather in the offspring.

This recessive gene and others (E: Brindling, equine: tan markings, EM: color for muzzle) cause the standard poodle to have a secondary hue on the monochromatic coat.

These unique markings are often compared to the striped coat pattern in brindle poodles. However, the brindle pattern usually appears all over the dog or only on certain parts such as the ghost poodle.

Phantom Poodle Personality

The personality of a ghost puppy is no different from any standard poodle. Here are some personality traits that make them the perfect pet to add to your family:

Highly-Intelligent
Playful
Energetic
Friendly with kids and pets
Obedient
Easy to Train
Social
People-Oriented (love to be around owner)
Affectionate
Protective

However, they can often bark out of fear or anxiety and can also be aloof during training. However, you can always balance and improve your poodle’s behavior with your training.

Phantom Poodle Training

While these are social butterflies and people-oriented little cute pups, they do need training just like other rare dog breeds like the azurian husky or the Lycan shepherd.

Let’s find out the best training and exercise tips to allow your ghost poodle to display their best behavior:

Provide cute dolls, fun plushies or useful dog toys that can help them with mental enrichment
Take your ghost pup for a daily one-hour walk
Keep the poodle entertained at home or he may become boring and start barking to get your attention.
Do not leave ghost poodles alone for long periods of time as they tend to develop separation anxiety.
They are smart dogs and require games like picking up the ball while training.

Overall, these lovely dogs are easy to train even in a small household and only need owners who can devote their daily time to playing with them.

Phantom Poodle Grooming

If you are looking for a low maintenance dog that is not high maintenance, this ghost poodle puppy is not the right choice for you.

Yeah! It is a high maintenance dog that needs daily brushing to remove any dirt or debris from its sleek and fluffy coat.

They also demand to cut their nails or clean their paws every 5 to 8 days. As for feeding, you can feed them dry food, chicken, white fish or vegetables.

However, they can easily feel bloated. You should measure the amount of food before giving your Poodle phantom.

Note: Click to find out what human foods your dog can eat.

Phantom Poodle Health

The average lifespan of a ghost puppy poodle is almost 10 to 18 years, which means they are healthy dogs that can live a long life. However, like a standard poodle, they are also prone to certain health issues such as:

Bloating
Epilepsy
Adrenal insufficiency
Hip Dysplasia

Note: Visit your poodle pet often to keep your ghost dog healthy and trouble free.

Phantom Poodle FAQ’s

How Much Is A Phantom Poodle?

The ghost poodle is an expensive dog because of the secondary markings on the solid colored fur. The price range is $1000 to $2000 or more, depending on the manufacturer.

Is the Phantom Poodle a Purebred?

Judging by the bicolor pattern on the ghost poodle, it might seem like it is not purebred. However, it is naturally a ghost dog with colored markings on certain parts.

They’re rare because A.K.C doesn’t recognize them. For this reason, breeders mostly prefer to breed single-patterned poodles.

Are Parti Phantom Poodles & Phantom Poodles the Same Dogs?

No, they are different poodles. In fact, a poodle is a dog with white and other color patterns. Imaginary poodles are combinations of primary coat color with secondary markings.

Do The Phantom Markings Fade With Time?

In poodle combination dogs such as red or silver, markings may change over time to a lighter color such as cream, apricot, gray.

Final Thoughts

Ghost poodles are poodles with unique markings and color combinations. Temperament, personality, training, grooming and health are no different from other standard poodles.

Yes, it can be a great companion for any pet lover!

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