Poodles make excellant pets for children, if they are raised with them. But there are two important things to remember: One, is to always buy a from a reputable breeder that has dogs with good temperaments. And two, is to get the right size poodle for your families needs. Regular size toys or even small miniatures are usually much more suiteable for homes with small children. Tiny toys and teacups are very small and more fragile and can easily be dropped or stepped on by young children. And remember, all young children should be well supervised when playing with young puppies no matter what size they are, to ensure the puppies safety!
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Monday, June 29, 2009
Sunday, June 21, 2009
TRAINING
Poodles are great students - they poses intelligence and enthusiasm required for successful training. Poodle training can be rough at times as poodles are very sensitive and very intelligent, meaning they will pay great attention to every last detail. If you are angry or upset, they will know and act accordingly - don't train if you are in a bad mood. Keep it playful and cheerful. The highest priority for new poodle puppy is usually house training. The good news is that poodles are a relatively easy breed to potty train.Poodle - Dog Lover
Friday, June 19, 2009
FEEDING
Feeding Recommended daily amount:
Standards poodle : 1.5 to 3 cups
Miniatures poodle : 3/4 to 1 cup
Toys poodle : 1/4 to 1/2 cup
Feed the poodles by high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Standards poodle : 1.5 to 3 cups
Miniatures poodle : 3/4 to 1 cup
Toys poodle : 1/4 to 1/2 cup
Feed the poodles by high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Poodle - Dog Lover
Wednesday, June 17, 2009
HEALTH INFORMATION
Poodles are generally healthy and long-lived dogs, health problems still occur, despite your love and best care. Besides the common diseases seen in all dogs such as Canine Parvovirus and Canine Distemper, some of the health problems seen in Poodles include: Progressive Retinal Atrophy, Sebaceous Adenitis, Addison’s Disease and Idiopathic Epilepsy.Poodle - Dog Lover
Monday, June 15, 2009
TEMPERAMENT
Temperament of poodle is lively, intelligent, devoted, and obedient. Poodles are good with children and other pets and are often shy with strangers. The miniature poodle is easy to train and enjoys entertaining with tricks. It is often recruited by the circus because of its ability to learn quickly. It wants to be the center of attention and has an amusing personality. Although it has a tendency to be high-strung, it is also eager to please – so much so that many owners feel like it understands them when they talk.
Poodle makes a great watchdog and can bark too much. Spoiling may result in a pet that snaps and bites. The toy poodle is one of the most trainable dogs. It is even-tempered and sensitive, enjoys its family, and can be demanding. It should be socialized at an early age to help it overcome shyness. It also tends to bark excessively. The standard poodle is dignified and cheerful. It gets lonely when left alone and should be included in family activities. It is calmer than the smaller varieties, makes a good guard dog and makes a good hunting dog.
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Poodle makes a great watchdog and can bark too much. Spoiling may result in a pet that snaps and bites. The toy poodle is one of the most trainable dogs. It is even-tempered and sensitive, enjoys its family, and can be demanding. It should be socialized at an early age to help it overcome shyness. It also tends to bark excessively. The standard poodle is dignified and cheerful. It gets lonely when left alone and should be included in family activities. It is calmer than the smaller varieties, makes a good guard dog and makes a good hunting dog.Poodle - Dog Lover
Friday, June 12, 2009
FAQs
I bought a poodle from someone and it's coat is not curly. Or my teacup/tiny toy's ears are standing up. Does this mean that my dog is not purebred?
Most poodles have what is known as a puppy coat until they are a year old, and some dogs are late bloomers and may take up to two years to get their adult coat. The puppy coat is usually finer with more waves than actual curls. It is usually especially thin on their top of their head which makes for a very funny looking topnot at 4 or 5 months old! Many things can effect coat texture. Some lines genetically have gorgeous coats, while others don't. Also many times, very tiny toys/teacups can have thinner, finer coats than some of the larger poodles. Some tinies have such thin coats and ear leather that their ears stand up as young puppies! Luckily as the hair grows and thickens, it weights down the ear leather and their ears usually go down as they mature. Once a poodle gets their adult coat it usually comes in thick and curly and they become the beautiful dogs they are supposed to be.
Poodle - Dog Lover
Most poodles have what is known as a puppy coat until they are a year old, and some dogs are late bloomers and may take up to two years to get their adult coat. The puppy coat is usually finer with more waves than actual curls. It is usually especially thin on their top of their head which makes for a very funny looking topnot at 4 or 5 months old! Many things can effect coat texture. Some lines genetically have gorgeous coats, while others don't. Also many times, very tiny toys/teacups can have thinner, finer coats than some of the larger poodles. Some tinies have such thin coats and ear leather that their ears stand up as young puppies! Luckily as the hair grows and thickens, it weights down the ear leather and their ears usually go down as they mature. Once a poodle gets their adult coat it usually comes in thick and curly and they become the beautiful dogs they are supposed to be.
Poodle - Dog Lover
Sunday, June 7, 2009
GROOMING
Grooming standard poodles completely takes about three hours, once you get good at it. Grooming miniature poodles and toy poodles takes almost as long. While you're still learning, you might have to spread the job out over a few days. This is both to give you a break, and for your poodle. If you're not willing to learn poodle grooming on your own, or are worried about the time it takes, you'll have to choose a professional to do it. Remember to pick this person out carefully. Talking to other poodle owners is a good way to find a good groomer.
You'll have to decide which trim you prefer. Poodles have coats that lend themselves to plenty of different looks. However, your choice will in part be dictated on how much time and effort you're willing to put into keeping your dog's coat in shape. Why you keep your poodle will make a difference too. Show poodles have a very limited range of acceptable trims.
All show poodles must have a variation on the traditional lion cut. There are three variations on this kind of poodle grooming - continental, English saddle, and puppy. However, they're all related to the traditional "poodle" cut that we know so well. Originally, this cut was created to help these dogs swim more effectively while retrieving birds from the water. A long mane of fur on the chest protected the lungs and heart, and the tufts on the legs offered joint protection.
For non-competing poodles, there's a lot more to choose from. You can choose a shorter trim, which is easier to maintain, and especially easier to dry in the winter. longer trims are showier, but they'll require more maintenance. Check some grooming books, or take a look at a few poodles to figure out what you prefer.
Most people choose to clip the fur at the base of the tail and on the feet and face very short. It works better for the dog's hygiene, since long hair can trap food. Short clipped feet don't pick up grass seeds, and mean that your dog won't track in as much dirt. Remember that shorter coats are easier to wash and dry, and they don't need as much brushing as a fluffy, long coat. Always wash your poodle before grooming to keep your clippers and scissors in good shape. Use high quality equipment, too. While it's more expensive to start with, it'll make poodle grooming much easier.
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You'll have to decide which trim you prefer. Poodles have coats that lend themselves to plenty of different looks. However, your choice will in part be dictated on how much time and effort you're willing to put into keeping your dog's coat in shape. Why you keep your poodle will make a difference too. Show poodles have a very limited range of acceptable trims.
All show poodles must have a variation on the traditional lion cut. There are three variations on this kind of poodle grooming - continental, English saddle, and puppy. However, they're all related to the traditional "poodle" cut that we know so well. Originally, this cut was created to help these dogs swim more effectively while retrieving birds from the water. A long mane of fur on the chest protected the lungs and heart, and the tufts on the legs offered joint protection.
For non-competing poodles, there's a lot more to choose from. You can choose a shorter trim, which is easier to maintain, and especially easier to dry in the winter. longer trims are showier, but they'll require more maintenance. Check some grooming books, or take a look at a few poodles to figure out what you prefer.
Most people choose to clip the fur at the base of the tail and on the feet and face very short. It works better for the dog's hygiene, since long hair can trap food. Short clipped feet don't pick up grass seeds, and mean that your dog won't track in as much dirt. Remember that shorter coats are easier to wash and dry, and they don't need as much brushing as a fluffy, long coat. Always wash your poodle before grooming to keep your clippers and scissors in good shape. Use high quality equipment, too. While it's more expensive to start with, it'll make poodle grooming much easier.
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