Poodle
The Poodle comes in three sizes (Standard, Miniature, Toy) and is renowned for its intelligence, hypoallergenic coat, and elegant appearance. Originally a water retriever from Germany, they excel in o...
45–60 cm
20–32 kg
12–15 years
Very high — professional grooming every 4–6 weeks is essential
Moderate to high — 1–2 hours daily depending on size
Germany (standardised in France)
Dense, curly, non-shedding, hypoallergenic
Medium
Temperament
Intelligent, alert, active, proud, trainable
Exercise & Care
Exercise: Moderate to high — 1–2 hours daily depending on size. Standard Poodles need more exercise than Toys. They excel at dog sports.
Grooming: Very high — professional grooming every 4–6 weeks is essential. Daily brushing at home to prevent matting of the dense curly coat.
Coat: Dense, curly, non-shedding, hypoallergenic
Health & Considerations
Known health issues
Hip dysplasia, progressive retinal atrophy (PRA), Addison's disease, epilepsy, bloat (Standard), patellar luxation (Toy/Miniature)
Origin
Germany (standardised in France)
Size category
Medium
About the Poodle
The Poodle comes in three sizes (Standard, Miniature, Toy) and is renowned for its intelligence, hypoallergenic coat, and elegant appearance. Originally a water retriever from Germany, they excel in obedience and agility. Their non-shedding coat makes them popular with allergy sufferers.
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