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The poodle, also called the poodle, is one of the most popular puppies in the world due to its elegance, intelligence and balanced character. According to the International Cynological Federation (FCI), there are four types of poodle: toy poodle, dwarf poodle, standard poodle or normal and giant poodle. However, other cynological associations may have different criteria. The American Kennel Club (AKC) only recognizes three types of poodle or poodle according to their size: medium poodle, miniature poodle and toy poodle.
If you are considering adopting a poodle or poodle dog, it is very important that you properly inform yourself about the character, temperament with other puppies, characteristics and care that this breed requires. In addition, we will talk about training and education, very important details to take into account if we want a sociable and happy adult dog.
Keep reading this race sheet and find out all about the poodle or standard poodle:
Source- Europe
- France
- Group IX
- Slender
- muscular
- provided
- long ears
- toy
- Small
- Medium
- Great
- Giant
- 15-35
- 35-45
- 45-55
- 55-70
- 70-80
- more than 80
- 1-3
- 3-10
- 10-25
- 25-45
- 45-100
- 8-10
- 10-12
- 12-14
- 15-20
- Low
- Average
- High
- Balanced
- Sociable
- very faithful
- Intelligent
- Active
- Tender
- Quiet
- Kids
- floors
- Houses
- hiking
- Hunting
- Therapy
- Older people
- Allergic people
- Sport
- Cold
- Warm
- Moderate
- Long
- Fried
- Thin
poodle story
This is one of the many french dog breeds, although its origin is uncertain and controversial. It is believed that the ancestor who had the most influence on the modern poodle was the barbet, a water dog very popular in Europe and particularly in Germany.
Before the 16th century,k the poodle and its ancestor were used as water puppies, that is, they retrieved their prey that had been killed. Therefore, it is thought that its English name "poodle" derives from the German word "pudel" which means to splash. In France, these puppies were known as "poodle" or "chien canard", both names that refer to the utility of the breed to recover ducks and other waterfowl.
It was from the 16th century onwards that poodles began to gain popularity as a companion dogs and they become very frequent in European courts, especially the French. Its great intelligence and elegance made the breed one of the most popular in history. Some authors speculate that modern grooming appears just as the poodle turns into a companion dog. Currently, poodle puppies are excellent pets, whatever the variety they belong to, and are also very popular at dog shows.
Poodle Features
The body of these dogs is proportional and slightly longer than tall. The back is short and the height of the crest is equal to that of the withers, so the topline is horizontal. The trunk is strong and muscular and the coat oval and broad.
The head is straight and has a distinct look. Well shaped, it's not massive but it's not too delicate either. The nasal-frontal depression is not very marked and the nose is black in black, white and gray dogs, but brown in brown dogs. The eyes are almond shaped and very expressive, usually dark. They may be dark amber in brown puppies, but in puppies of other shades the eyes should be black or dark. The ears, flat, long and covered with wavy fur, fall to the side of the cheeks.
The poodle's tail is very high set and was traditionally amputated in newborn pups. Unfortunately, this cruel custom continues to apply in many places and the FCI continues to accept dogs with tails clipped to a third or half their natural size. Fortunately, the use of amputators or dogs for aesthetic reasons is decreasing around the world.
The poodle's fur is abundant, with a fine, woolly texture. It can be curled or tufted. O by curly, well-curly and stretchy hair is the best known and usually receives the typical poodle grooming. The tufted fur forms characteristic strings.
Poodles have only one color which can be: black, white, brown, gray, orange and reddish. According to the official FCI standard, the heights for the different types of poodle are as follows:
the poodle son of a color solo, which can be: black, white, brown, gray, leonado anaranjado (albaricoque) and leonado red. According to the official FCI standard, the heights for the different varieties are as follows:
- Giant Poodle - 45 to 60 centimeters at the withers.
- Medium Poodle - 35 to 45 centimeters at the withers.
- Dwarf Poodle - 28 to 35 centimeters at the withers.
- Toy Poodle - 24 to 28 centimeters at the withers.
The FCI standard does not indicate an ideal weight for each type of poodle, but they are usually lighter than other breeds of the same size.
poodle personality
In general, poodles are dogs very smart, faithful, happy and playful. In fact, they are considered one of the five smartest dogs in the world. They learn very easily and love to run, swim and look for things with their mouth. The two larger poodle types tend to be a little quieter than the smaller varieties.
Although poodle puppies excel in many disciplines, it's as a pet that they stand out the most. They are perfect for families and people who have dogs for the first time, with the large size being the most suitable for first-time tutors. However, although they don't require much exercise, they are not good pets for very sedentary people. When they are well socialized, they tend to interact very well with children.
Poodle care
The fur of poodles tends to tangle easily, being ideal brush it between two and three times a week when they are companion animals. However, when it comes to show animals with the corresponding grooming, daily brushing is recommended. To keep the grooming, it is necessary to take the pet to a dog salon every month or every month and a half, the same frequency recommended for bathing this breed.
Like all other dog breeds, poodles need a lot of company and they are not dogs to live in isolation in a garden or courtyard, as they may suffer from separation anxiety. They can adapt very well to life in big cities and live very comfortably in a department whenever they go out. walk at least twice a day. Giant poodle puppies also adapt easily to country life.
Poodle dogs need Daily exercise. Their activity needs are not as high as sheepdogs, but they do require moderate exercise as a minimum. In addition to the daily walks, the search games (go get the ball) and tug of war are excellent for channeling the energy of these dogs. It is also good that, as much as possible, they practice agility or freestyle canine, even if it is not in competition.
Poodle training
When they are adults, Poodle puppies can be reserved with strangers, being essential to socialize them well from puppies. However, they are usually not aggressive and tend to be sociable, or at least tolerant, with other people and dogs. Due to their hunting past, they have a very developed predatory drive, and it is essential to socialize the dog from an early age to avoid problems with small pets.
Due to their great intelligence, poodles are very easy to train who excel in any form of canine training whenever we use positive reinforcement as the basis of their education.
While not usually confrontational, poodles can also have some behavior problems. When they don't receive adequate physical and mental stimulation, these dogs get bored and can become pets that bark and destroy a lot. What's more, those of small varieties tend to bark in excess.
Because they are such intelligent puppies, it is very important to practice the basic commands regularly, dedicating 5 to 10 minutes a day at most. In this way, not only will we be encouraging a good response from the dog, we will also increase his safety and improve our communication with him. Finally, and so that they don't get bored, it's useful to teach them fun tricks, play different intelligence games and try stimulate them physically and mentally. Field visits, obedience repetitions and the use of different stimuli and toys will make the dog truly happy.
poodle health
although the poodle tend to be a healthy dog, there are some diseases that are frequent in this breed. Among these diseases, we find sebaceous adenitis, gastric torsion and Addison's disease. Less often, you may suffer from hip dysplasia, cataracts and epilepsy.
However, if we follow the vaccination schedule and provide good care for the poodle puppy, he will be in good general health. It's also important. visit the veterinarian every 6 months to quickly detect any disease.
Finally, we remember that it is essential to deworm the dog externally on a monthly basis and internally every 3 months. If we follow these guidelines, our poodle dog will always be free of parasites.