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Poodle

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Key Takeaways

  • Medium breed belonging to the Companion Dogs group, known for typical breed characteristics.
  • High-energy breed best suited for active owners who can provide plenty of daily exercise and mental stimulation.
  • Easy to train and a good choice for first-time owners; responds well to positive reinforcement.
  • Low-maintenance coat with minimal shedding; suitable for allergy sufferers.

Quick Facts

Group

Companion Dogs

Size

Medium

Life Span

11-15 years

Popularity

#7

Puppy Price

$1000-$1500

Energy Level

High

Shedding Level

Minimal

Trainability

Easy to Train

Common Names & Aliases

BarboneCanicheChien CanneGrosse PudelFrench Poodle
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⚖️Poodle Pros & Cons

Advantages

  • Allergy Friendliness:Hypoallergenic breed, ideal for allergy sufferers

  • Shedding Level:Minimal shedding, easy to maintain

  • Affection Level:Exceptionally devoted and affectionate

  • Lifestyle Adaptability:Exceptionally adaptable, thrives anywhere

  • Training Difficulty:Highly trainable, great for first-time owners

  • Child Compatibility:Exceptionally child-friendly, perfect family pet

  • Dog Friendly:Very friendly with other dogs

Disadvantages

  • Grooming Requirements:Very high maintenance, daily grooming required

  • Activity Requirement / Exercise Need:High exercise needs, requires active lifestyle

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Price and Availability

Price Range

$1000-$1500

If you choose to purchase the Poodle, you should know that the mentioned amount of money is an average of the collected data from breeders' sites and puppy finder places. If you have a Poodle for sale, please advertise it on a reliable website to make sure the Poodle gets to a happy place.

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Availability

5/5

Availability

Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get. There is a risk of overbreeding, as it is an extremely popular breed.

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History

The Poodle is considered to be one of the oldest breeds developed especially for hunting waterfowl. Many historians believe that the Poodle is originated from Germany, where the word "pudelin" refers to splashing water.

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Recognition

Classifications

AKC Classification
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Non-Sporting & Toy breed.
FCI Classification
Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Poodle section.

This breed is recognized by the following organizations:

American Kennel Club
Fédération Cynologique Internationale
American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Australian National Kennel Council
Canadian Canine Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Continental Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Kennel Club of Great Britain
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
North American Purebred Registry
United Kennel Club
American Canine Association
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Poodle is a great choice for allergy sufferers due to its low-shedding coat.

The Poodle demands daily grooming and frequent professional grooming to maintain coat health.

The Poodle barely sheds at all, perfect for those seeking a low-maintenance coat.

highly energetic and requires several hours of exercise and mental stimulation daily, making the Poodle perfect for active families.

highly trainable and eager to please, making the Poodle ideal for first-time dog owners who want a responsive companion.

The Poodle is exceptionally patient and protective with children of all ages.

The Poodle is very friendly with other dogs and enjoys canine companionship.

The Poodle requires high levels of daily exercise, including long walks, runs, or active play.

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Poodle Comments, Reviews and Questions

Graeme

2023-08-21

We have two and they are the most beautiful companions.

Melissa

2022-09-19

I had an adult Standard many years ago and they are so smart! Just recently got a puppy and forgot about teething etc. Still very loving and smart dogs.

Ragtag61

2022-07-08

This is a poor depiction of poodles from someone who obviously has no experience with the Brees

lhasa apso

2022-03-09

love them

Nia

2022-02-25

Seriosly poppy one star

Poppy

2022-01-13

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jj

2021-12-21

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Aarman

2020-06-09

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Julien

2020-06-08

The poodle is my type of dog, it is great with my kiddos and is very, very smart.

poodle lover

2020-06-07

They are the best dogs you could ever imagine. They also are very good with kids and are very, very smart.

Amit

2020-06-04

Poodles are one of the best dogs. They are good with my kiddos, are good with our other pets, and he follows all the rules for the puppy school that my son founded.

Djdhhsia

2020-04-24

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Djdhhsia

2020-04-24

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Poodle Owner

2019-10-04

Poodles are very good dogs. I own one, his name is Coco. He is the best dog I have ever had. He likes hiking with me off leash. He also doesn't shed. He needs to be brushed a lot. They are very good with children and other pets.

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