Poodle
AKA: Barbone, Caniche
Description: The Poodle comes in three varieties Toy, Miniature, and Standard. The standard Poodle is medium to large in size and is graceful yet sturdy build. They looked so elegant and well groomed. Eyes are dark and oval shaped, head and muzzle are long, a bit rounded head with ears wide and hanging close to head. The teeth should formed a scissors bite. The tail is docked to half the original length. length from breastbone to rump is approximately the same as the height at the withers. The top line is level except for a slight depression behind the withers. The croup is rounded and the feet are compact, small, and oval. The tail is docked to half the original length. All solid colors are allowed. These dogs are known for their abundant, tight curls, with a coat that is profuse and harsh in texture.
Temperament: This breed are proud,dignified, elegant and a good natured dog. They are highly intelligent so they are a fast learner especially on their trainings. They are happy yet sensitive at times. Compared to smaller poodles, standard poodles are more calm. Generally, poodles are very friendly. They enjoy having companion so they like being with people. Socializing with people is their favorite even with strangers as well as with children. And they could be with other dogs too. This breed is also a good watch dog and some of them are trained to be hunters.
Activity: Barbones are inactive indoors but they could live in an apartment provided, they should have a daily exercise even just in a small yard. A daily walk would also be best for them and they also love water. Compared to other breeds, poodles are not demanding kind of breed as long as they had enough exercise and a daily walk. However, will keep in better spirits and be fitter if given regular opportunities to run and play off the leash in a safe area.e Standard poodle is a sport-minded dog they have great stamina and enjoys doing a lot of activities than the smaller poodles.
Grooming: This breeds requires a thorough grooming. They must be bathed regularly and be clipped every six to eight weeks to help them lighten weight of their coat for swimming while protecting the joints and their major organs from cold. Also, ears should be checked regularly and its necessary to pull out hair on their ears. Teeth should have regular scaling. Poodles shed little to no hair .
Health Problems: The life span of Poodle is around 10-13 years for Standard Poodles, 13-16 years for Miniature Poodles and up to 16 years for Toy Poodles. The health problems to look out for this breed are: Addison’s Disease, HD, PRA, bloat, SA, epilepsy, entropion, cataracts, renal disease, and allergies.
Breed Group: Non-Sporting
Color: any solid color
Height: 15 (38cm) or more
Weight: Dogs 45-70 pounds (20-32kg.) Bitches 45-60 pounds (20-27kg.)
Country Of Origin: Germany
Dynamics: Poodles are extremely intelligent, loving, and playful. They do not shed and do not cause allergies. They are well tolerated by allergic people. They are pretty vocal and can be good guard dogs, but never aggressive. It is a natural watch dog with a strong sense of territory. The Poodle love exercising and thrive on attention. High-spirited and full of joie-de-vivre, he is bold and assertive, making a highly intelligent companion for all age groups.
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