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Poodle

Beautiful, sophisticated, and intelligent, the Poodle stands out in the crowd.

Height: Toy, up to 10 inches at shoulder; Miniatures, 11 to 15 inches at shoulder; Standards, about 22 inches at shoulder
Weight: Toys, 6 to 9 pounds; Miniatures, 15 to 17 pounds; Standards, 45 to 70 pounds
Coat: dense and curly
Life span: 12 to 15 years
Breed Group: Companion Dogs

Elegant. Proud. Clever. Poodles are impressive dogs, as the many best-in-show winners from this breed can attest. Behind the blue ribbons, impressive hairdos, and regal attitude, you'll find an affectionate family dog with an ancient history and many talents.

Poodle profile on DogTime.com

General Characteristics

Amount of shedding

Drooling potential

Friendly toward strangers

Heat tolerance

Need for exercise

Playfulness

Predatory tendencies

Vigor

Wanderlust

Mouthiness

Sensitivity

Affectionate with family

Compatible with kids

Good for novice owners

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