Owner guide - Get Poodle from responsible breeder

Only get your poodle from a poodle rescue, shelter or responsible breeder. If buying from a breeder, make sure to visit in person and see the dog’s parents. This is crucial since poodles are often bred in puppy mills or by irresponsible “backyard” breeders and could end up with a variety of health problems.

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Owner guide - Study your Poodle's health problem

Poodles may have genetic tendencies toward runny eyes, cataracts, Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA), ear infections, digestive disorders, heart problems, allergies, skin disorders, slipped stifle, diabetes and epilepsy.

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Owner guide - Miniature and Toy poodles may snap if teased by young children

Miniature and Toy poodles may snap if teased by young children, therefore do better in households with older children and adults. Standard and Miniature poodles tend to be more friendly and outgoing than Toy Poodles.

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Owner guide - Poodles may tend to bark a lot

Poodles may tend to bark a lot, but can be trained not to. Make sure they have plenty of toys for stimulation, regular exercise and that they aren’t left in a yard where a lot of people and animals pass by.

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Owner guide - Poodles excel at learning tricks

Poodles excel at learning tricks, including agility and retrieving.

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Owner guide - Poodles love to be around people

Poodles love to be around people, but are sometimes shy with strangers.

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Owner guide - Poodles hardly shed

Poodles hardly shed and have hair instead of fur, therefore are good pets for people with fur allergies.

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Owner guide - Bathe your poodle when necessary

Bathe your poodle when necessary with a mild dog shampoo and clean the ears regularly with baby oil or an ear cleaning solution for dogs. Make sure the coat is clipped at least every three months. Having it done by a professional is best for a poodle.

The groomer will also clip the nails and remove hairs that grow in their ear canals that could cause infections. Brushing your poodle daily is a good way to prevent mats and tangles, plus it will make the grooming easier.

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Owner guide - Train your poodle

Give your poodle patient and consistent training. They are very trainable and eager to please, but tend to be sensitive and don’t respond well to harsh training methods.

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Owner guide - Socialize your poodle

Socialize your poodle at a young age to prevent behavioral problems. If not socialized early, they may become timid or high-strung.

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Owner guide - Poodles don't require a yard

Poodles can live in apartments and don’t require a yard. They should, however, be taken on daily walks and frequent off-leash romps for exercise and to prevent boredom. Toy and Miniature poodles are more active indoors than Standard Poodles.

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Owner guide - Feed your poodle

Feed your poodle a nutritious diet with the proper balance of protein, carbs, fats, fiber, vitamins and minerals. If feeding a commercial dog food, choose a quality brand with meat as the first ingredient.

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Owner guide - Take your poodle for regular medical

Take your poodle for regular medical and dental checkups and stay current on vaccinations, flea and heartworm preventative. You can also do a monthly home exam of the skin, eyes, ears, nose, teeth and gums. Have your poodle’s teeth scaled professionally; ask your vet or a teeth-cleaning professional to recommend a schedule.

Preventative dental maintenance can include: feeding dry dog food (which can be mixed with canned or moist), tartar-control biscuits as treats and safe tartar-control chew toys. You may also choose to brush your poodle’s teeth with a dog toothpaste.

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Owner guide - Spay your female poodle

Spay your female poodle before the first heat to prevent breast cancer and uterine infections. Neutering your male poodle will prevent testicular cancer, help maintain a healthy prostate and curb aggression.

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DOG FAQ - Do poodles have webbed feet?

Poodles have webbed feet. They are the original water retriever, poodles as a breed are very old, way before labs.

DOG FAQ - What is the average life span of a poodle?

The life span of the standard poodle is 14 to 16 years. The life span of the miniature poodle and toy poodle is 15 to 18 years.

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DOG FAQ - Who is the most famous poodle?

The most famous type of poodle is the toy poodle.

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DOG FAQ - What is the difference between a teacup poodle and a toy poodle?

The Toy Poodle stands 10 inches and weighs between 6 to 9 pounds when full grown.Teacup Poodle weight is between 4 to 6 pound.

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DOG FAQ - Do poodles shed?

Poodle dog does not really shed however there is a lot of grooming involved and that can get pricey.

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DOG FAQ - How to Choose a Poodle puppy Breeder?

There are many ways and places of getting a Poodle puppy. How to choose a Poodle puppy can by facilitated by attending exhibitions. Dog shoes could be fruitful if you are looking for a dog that can compete in the future. Details of these exhibitions can be found in national publications about dogs.

These publications usually have information about breeders offering pedigree dogs for sale. A common breed puppy is not hard to find, but one from a special breed could take some time. In some countries there are guides, published and revised yearly, with details about available breeders and breeds. Any national canine club can also help you with information. Generally, rare breeds and puppies of a very appreciated one, are very expensive. Sometimes, a breeder can have a puppy with some imperfection at a very cheap price. Be careful with those with some physical defect, cause in the long run they could be more expensive. Your veterinarian can also recommend you some breeder as long as his dogs are not too expensive.

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