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Poodle

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Poodle

Puppy Information

Name: Bandit
Sex: Male
Color: Cream
File #: 28936

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Poodle

Puppy Information

Name: Birtie
Sex: Female
Color: Apricot
File #: 28935

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Poodle

Puppy Information

Name: Munyanyo
Sex: Male
Color: Black & White
File #: 28928

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Poodle

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Name: Cleopatra
Sex: Female
Color: Apricot
File #: 47510

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Poodle Breed Information

Get to know the Poodle breed, including its characteristics, temperament, care needs, and history.

At a glance

Other Names

Barbone, Caniche

Type

Companion Dog

Height

22 – 27 inches

Weight

45 – 70 lbs.

Colors

Solid colors

Coat

Very profuse and dense, harsh texture.

Activity

Medium – Low

Living Environment

A home with a fenced yard is preferred as Standard Poodles are energetic dogs who enjoy exercise. An owner of a Poodle should desire a smart, happy, dog who excels in obedience.

Life Span

10 – 13 years

Litter Size

3 – 8

Country of Origin

France

Personality & family life

Temperament

Standard Poodles are intelligent, lively

With Children

Yes, though a puppy may be too much for a small child.

With Pets

Yes

Special Skills

Hunting dog, now family pet.

Watch-dog

High

Guard-dog

Medium

Care & training

Training

Fairly easy to train as they are very intelligent and they learn quickly.

Learning Rate

Very High, Obedience – Very High, Problem Solving – Very High

Health & lifespan

Health Issues

Hip dysplasia and stifle problems.

History & recognition

History

Despite the claims of several other countries, France has now been officially recognized as the country of the Poodles origin though some authorities attribute Germany as the country of origin. There are also references to other dogs of similar type in Russia and several other southwestern European nations. The Germans probably gave them the name Pudel, which means to splash in water. Originally bred as a retriever and flushers of birds the Poodle became quite popular among French aristocracy and was designated the national dog of France.

First Registered by the AKC

1887

AKC Group

Non-Sporting Group

Class

Non-Sporting

Breed details

Care and Exercise

Frequent trimming, brushing and shampooing of the coat. Ears must be kept very clean. Nails trimmed short and teeth brushed weekly.Even the pet poodle should attend the canine beauty parlor every six weeks or so. Standard Poodles enjoy a fair amount of exercise like swimming and retrieving, walks or free run. Makes a great jogging partner.

AKC, ANKC, CKC, FCI (Group 9), KC(GB), UKC

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