Poodle (Standard) Caniche, Barb, French Poodle
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Summary The Standard Poodle is a highly intelligent and versatile breed originating from Germany, known for their non-shedding coat and trainability. They require a lot of exercise, mental stimulation, and regular grooming, and are very affectionate with their families. Origin and Purpose Appearance Dimensions Gender Height Weight Female Over 15 inches (38 cm) 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg) Male Over 15 inches (38 cm) 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg)
Coat Attribute Notes Color Solid Colors Black White Brown Apricot Cream Gray Silver Blue Red Type Length
Care Attribute Notes Shedding Grooming Daily Professional Grooming every 4-8 weeks Drooling
Body Attribute Notes Head In proportion to the body Well-chiseled Skull Ears Set at or below eye level Long Drooping Close to the head Eyes Dark Oval shaped Black or brown pigment Nose Muzzle Teeth Neck Strong Slightly Arched Sufficient length Forequarters Muscular Angulated Shoulder blades well laid back Fore Legs Hindquarters Well muscled Broad In proportion to front assembly Angulated Hind Legs Feet Small Oval Arched toes Padded Tail Set high Carried up and slightly backwards May be docked or natural Gait
Temperament Intelligent Trainable Active Alert Sensitive Playful Social Attribute Notes Affectionate with Family Good with Children Good with Dogs Good Can be reserved with other dogs Good with Cats Openness to Strangers Playfulness Level Protective Nature Adaptability Level
Working Roles Water retrieving Hunting Circus performer Companion Therapy Exercise Needs High At least 1 hour daily Mental stimulation is also needed Health Hip dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy Addison’s disease Bloat Thyroid issues Additional Notes Requires regular mental stimulation and exercise Very versatile breed Hypoallergenic coat References 
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