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Standard Poodle information
 Description
The Standard Poodle is a medium to large-sized dog, with a profuse, but well groomed and clipped, wiry curly coat. This is an active, intelligent and elegant appearing dog, squarely built, well-proportioned, moving soundly and carrying itself proudly. It still retains its ability as a gundog and is a very good swimmer. This dog is highly intelligent and eager to learn which makes it popular in obedience trails. This breed is steady, smart and loyal. This is a happy, good-tempered dog and makes an excellent family pet. There are three varieties of Poodle: Toy, Miniature, and Standard. The three sizes are considered one breed and are judged by the same standard. Today, the Poodle is primarily a companion and show dog, though it can learn almost anything.
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Other names:
Barbone, Caniche
Country of Origin:
France
Group:
AKC Non-Sporting, Gun Dog
Height:
15 (38cm) or more.
Weight:
Dogs 45-70 pounds (20-32kg.)
Bitches 45-60 pounds (20-27kg.)
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Temperament: The Standard Poodle is proud, elegant, dignified, gentle and good-natured. It is happy, pleasant, cheerful and sensitive. This breed is highly intelligent and is one of the most trainable breeds. The Standard Poodle tends to be a bit calmer than the smaller variety of Poodles. It needs close human companionship; it likes to be with people and dislikes being alone. The Standard Poodle is generally friendly toward strangers, and is excellent with children. It makes a good watchdog. Usually it gets along with other dogs. This dog enjoys a fair amount of exercise; it likes swimming and retrieving, walks or free run. Makes a great jogging partner. The Standard Poodle retains its sporting instincts, has great stamina, and needs more activity than the smaller varieties.
Learning Rate: Very High, Obedience - Very High, Problem Solving - Very High
Colors: All solid colors are permissible: black, blue, silver, gray, cream, apricot, red, white, brown, or cafe-au-lait.
Coat: Very profuse and dense, harsh texture, either curly or corded. Extensive grooming is needed. It must be bathed regularly and clipped every six to eight weeks. The traditional clips were developed to lighten the weight of the coat for swimming and protection to the joints and major organs from cold, but many owners opt for the plain lamb clip - the same length all over, because it is easier and more economical to maintain. This breed sheds little to no hair and is good for allergy sufferers. The Poodle's coat may be groomed into three basic styles: - the "pet clip" or puppy clip (under 12 months), with relatively short hair all over the body - the "English saddle" clip, - the "Continental" clip with the rear half of the body shaved, bracelets left around the ankles and pom-poms left on the tails and hips. All other clips are not admissible in shows.
Litter Size: 3 to 8
Life Expectancy: 12-15 years
Health Issues: Generally a healthy, long-lived breed. Nevertheless, subject to many genetic diseases. Cataracts and progressive retinal atrophy may cause blindness, allergies and skin conditions (possibly due to unskilled use of clippers or allergies to shampoo and/or color reinforcer). It is also prone to hip dysplasia, runny eyes and ear infections, PRA., and Von Willebrand's Disease. Prone to bloat, so it is wise to feed your Standard Poodle 2-3 small meals a day, rather then one large one. Brown Poodles tend to become prematurely gray.
Living Environment: This breed will do okay in an apartment if it is sufficiently exercised. It is relatively inactive indoors and will do best with an average-sized fenced yard.
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