The Poodle is the world's oldest water retriever, circus performer and truffle hunter. Despite the Poodle being regarded as the national dog of France, the breed is in fact believed to have originated in Germany. It has subsequently gained universal acceptance as one of the world's most popular breeds of dog. Part of his popularity is no doubt due to the fact the Poodle comes in three different sizes, and an almost unlimited variety of colours, so buyers can mix and match sizes and colourings to suit their own personal preferences.
The Miniature Poodle is the most popular of the three breeds. He is an entertaining companion for all ages and very responsive to training.
To aid his efficiency as a retriever of waterfowl, the Poodle's traditional coat trim was originally devised to aid his progress in the water and, at the same time, protect his vital organs and joints from the cold. Today his glamorous coat enhances his smart, stylish appearance, giving him an air of distinction and dignity. Both for appearance and comfort, he will need to be clipped every eight weeks, but the Miniature Poodle thoroughly enjoys his regular visits to the beauty parlour.
The standard poodle is
over 18 inches(45-60 centimeters) at the highest
point at the shoulders. The miniature poodle is
between 14 to 18 inches high (35-45 centimeters).
The dwarfpoodle is between 11 to 14 inches high
(28-35 centimeters) and finally the toypoodle is
under 11 inches at the highest point of the
shoulders (under 28 centimeters). In other
countries there are only three sizes of poodles:
standards, miniature and toys. The poodle colours
are: black, brown, apricot, white and silver.
The Toy Poodle can be an ideal companion for the
less active and those with limited living space.
The breed makes a fine little watch dog, protective
of his home but not a dog that barks at every thing
that moves. Poodles are nice to train and compete
with in obedience because they are more easy to
bring up than many other breeds. Poodles don´t
shed like ordinary breeds and therefore some
dog allergics could have the breed. But the coat
grows throw the dogs life and you have to maintain
it or pay others to do it. It should be brushed
frequently and clipped regularly about four times
a year minimum. Poodles and Children do fine
together, but both need to be taught with patience
how to treat the other. They need to know for
certain what is and is not allowed.
