Poodle Puppies and Dogs

Fast Facts & Guide to Poodle Puppies and Dogs

Have a glance at our Fact File and Guide to Poodle Puppies and Dogs. Discover some fast facts to gain a really fast overview of the Poodle.

Poodle Guide and Fact File

Height: Standard over 15 inches, Miniature 10 to 15 inches, Toy 10 inches or under

Weight: The Standard Male Poodle weighs 45-70 pounds, the female weighs 45-60 pounds 

Size of Dog: The standard poodle is medium sized, the toy and miniature are small in size

Breed Type and Dog Group: Standard, Miniature and Toy belong to the Non-Sporting Group

Country of Origin of the Breed: The Poodle is believed to have originated in Germany

Exercise Needs: All types of Poodles require moderate, regular exercise

Coat Type: The Poodle has a harsh, hypoallergenic coat which can be curly or corded

Shedding hairs: The Toy, Miniature and Standard Poodle doesn't shed any hair at all

Grooming needs: The Toy, Miniature and Standard Poodle requires moderate grooming

Training a Poodle (Trainability): The Poodle is easily trainable

Other Names of Poodle: Caniche, Barbone, Chien Canne, Grosse Pudel, French Poodle

Poodle Lifespan - This dog lives for approximately 12 - 15 years

Number of puppies per litter: Toy and Miniature 3-4 puppies, Standard 7 puppies per litter

Temperament / Behaviour: Smart, Highly Trainable, Honourable, Happy and Active

We hope that the fast facts and information provided in our Poodle puppy and dog fact file and guide will prove a useful overview of this particular breed. Please click one of the links at the top of the page for detailed articles relating to training, pet care, grooming, personality, exercise needs, male and female Poodle dog names, illness and health problems.

Summary of Poodle Puppies and Dogs

Poodle puppies and dogs are spirited and energetic. The Standard Poodle in particular has an calm temperament and is nicely natured. Despite some beliefs that the Poodle is brainless, it is in fact a very intelligent and smart dog. This breed is very obedient and learns very easily - it is highly trainable. The Poodle has a bright character, it is a friendly dog that likes to socialize with everybody. Puppies and dogs from this breed have a graceful and dignified appearance and this is mirrored in their behavior. This is a proud breed that shows willingness and enthusiasm, dogs and puppies will want to please their owner. They have alert, cheerful, content personalities and temperaments which makes them appealing family pets. The Poodle is usually good with children but like all breeds, they should be supervised accordingly. This is not a solitary animal, it likes company, so it should be kept indoors as opposed to outside in a kennel.

Choosing Poodle Puppies and Dogs as Pets

Poodle puppies grow into Toy, Miniature or Medium sized adult dogs and the above summary will help you to determine whether they are suitable as a family pet. If you are considering whether to buy a Poodle puppy, adoption is also an option for this particular type of dog, or even selecting one from a rescue centre, or reputable dog breeder as this will give you access to health clearances for any particular puppy that you may be interested in buying. This breed is generally healthy and lives to a good age. There are some conditions which commonly effect their health, and more details can be found under the Health Issues link. The Poodle doesn't shed hair at all which makes it a great breed of dog for allergy sufferers as the coat is hypoallergenic. Dogs should be professionally clipped every 6 to 8 weeks, and bathed regularly. This highly trainable breed has a cheerful personality and makes a great, all-round family pet.

Poodle Puppies and Dogs