Poodle (Standard)
Overview
The Standard Poodle is a breed of dog that is well-known for its elegance, intelligence, and versatility. They are one of three recognized sizes of Poodles, with the other two being the Miniature and Toy Poodles. Originally bred in Germany as water retrievers, Standard Poodles have since become popular show dogs, family pets, and even working dogs.
Temperament
Standard Poodles are known for their intelligence, affectionate nature, and love for human companionship. They are very trainable and excel in obedience competitions, agility, and other dog sports. They are also known to be playful and love to play fetch or other games with their owners.
Lifespan
The average lifespan of a Standard Poodle is 10-12 years, although some have been known to live up to 15 years with proper care and attention.
Shedding
Standard Poodles are a hypoallergenic breed, which means they shed very little and are great for people with allergies. However, they do require regular grooming and trimming to keep their coat healthy and prevent matting.
Puppy
When looking for a Standard Poodle puppy, it's important to find a reputable breeder who follows responsible breeding practices and conducts health screenings on their breeding dogs. Puppies should be well-socialized from a young age to ensure they grow up to be friendly and well-adjusted dogs.
Standard Poodles are a wonderful breed of dog that make great family pets, show dogs, and working dogs. They require regular grooming and exercise, but in return, they offer their owners love, companionship, and a lifetime of memories.
Breed Information
| Popularity: | 2022: #7 2021: #7 2020: #7 2019: #8 2018: #7 2017: #7 2016: #7 2015: #8 |
| Origin: | France Germany |
| Breed Group: | Non Sporting (AKC:1887) Gun Dogs (UKC) |
| Size: | Medium |
| Type: | Purebred |
| Life span: | 12-15 years |
| Temperament: | Active Alert Faithful Instinctual Intelligent Trainable |
| Height: | 15 inches (38 cm) or more |
| Weight: | Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg) Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg) |
| Colors: | Apricot Fawn Black Blue Brown Cream Gray Red Silver Silver Beige White |
| Litter Size: | 2-4 puppies |
| Puppy Price: | Average $1000 - $1500 USD |
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Dog names
| Rank | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Milo | Penny |
| 2 | Dexter | Zoe |
| 3 | Winston | Ginger |
| 4 | Baxter | Piper |
| 5 | Bruno | Princess |
| 6 | Roscoe | Izzy |
| 7 | Brody | Ella |
| 8 | Blue | Missie |
| 9 | Apollo | Charlie |
| 10 | Hunter | Willow |
| 11 | Chance | Peanut |
| 12 | Koda | Cleo |
| 13 | Copper | Cocoa |
| 14 | Kobe | Grace |
| 15 | Scooter | Oreo |