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Group: | Non-sporting |
Size: | Medium |
Life Span: | 12-15 years |
Height: | Male: 16-18 inches |
Female: 16-18 inches | |
Weight: | Male: 45-65 lbs |
Female: 45-65 lbs |
Poodle Standard Facts
Coat : | Curly or corded, harsh , dense |
Gait : | Lightly springy |
Color(s) : | Any solid color like blue, black, gray, silver, brown, apricot, white, cream |
Living Area : | Any |
Hair Length: | Medium |
Exercise Need : | Daily walk |
Recognized By : |
(CKC) Canadian Kennel Club (FCI) F�d�ration Cynologique Internationale (AKC) American Kennel Club (UKC) United Kennel Club (KCGB) Kennel Club of Great Britain (CKC) Canadian Kennel Club (ANKC) Australian National Kennel Council (NKC) National Kennel Club (NZKC) New Zealand Kennel Club (CCR) (APRI) America Pet Registry, Inc. (ACR) American Canine Registry (DRA) Dog Registry of America |
Date of Origin : | Ancient |
Place of Origin : | Germany |
Todays Use : | Companion Dog |
Originally Used : | Water retriever |
Other Name : | Caniche |
Poodle Standard Information
Poodle Standard Description:The actual origin of the Poodle is bit controversial but as per the AKC, this dog was originated from Germany where it derived its name from the German word “Pudel” means “one who plays in water”. This breed was originally used for water retrieving. Hunters designed “Poodle Clip” to enhance the efficiency of the dog to move in the water. The Standard Poodle is believed to be the oldest Poodle variety. The Toy and Miniature Poodle were bred down from the Standard Poodle. Due to its intelligence and unusual appearance toy poodle was used in circus. Poodle was first recognized by the AKC in 1887 and now has become one of the most popular breed in the world. |
Poodle Standard Care & Grooming:Poodle’s hypoallergenic coat sheds little to no hair. Show dog needs lots of grooming. As a family pet also, it needs daily maintenance to keep its coat clean and healthy. Its coat should be brushed frequently to avoid any tangles and matt. Poodles should be bathed regularly and clipped in every six to eight weeks. The ears and eyes of the dog should be cleaned regularly and the claws should be trimmed properly. Hair around the ears, eyes and paws should be trimmed regularly. |
Poodle Standard Health Problems:Poodle is generally a healthy and long living breed with relatively few major health problems. They are prone to hip Dysplasia, Epilepsy, Hypothyroidism, Diabetes, Heart problem, PRA (Progressive Retinal Atrophy), Von Willenbrands, Ear infection etc. |
Group: | Sporting |
Size: | Large |
Life Span: | 10-12 years |
Height: | Male: 23-27 inches Female: 22-25 inches |
Weight: | Male:70-85 lbs Female: 60-75 lbs |
Color: | White; White with orange or brown; orange ... |
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