The Poodle stands proudly among true aristocrats. Beneath the curly, low-allergen coat is an elegant athlete and companion for all reasons and seasons.
Poodles come in three size varieties: Standards should be more than 15 inches tall at the shoulder. Within dog shows, Poodles are usually seen in the elaborate Continental clip. Most pet owners prefer the simpler Sporting clip, in which the coat is shorn to follow the outline of the squarely built, smoothly muscled body.
Forget any preconceived notions about Poodles you may have: Poodles are eager, athletic, and wickedly smart dogs of remarkable versatility. The Standard, with his greater size and strength, is the best all-around athlete of the family.
What To Expect When Caring For a Poodle (Standard)
Owning a dog is not just a privilege; it’s a responsibility. They depend on us for, at minimum, food and shelter, and deserve much more. When you take a dog into your life, you need to understand the commitment that dog ownership entails.
HEALTH
Most Poodles live long, happy, healthy lives thanks to the efforts of dedicated, responsible breeders who routinely test all breeding stock. As with all breeds, however, some health issues can occur, including hip dysplasia and several eye disorders. Idiopathic epilepsy, sebaceous adenitis, von Willebrand’s disease, and immune-mediated disorders are also seen in the breed on occasion. Two orthopedic problems, Legg-Calve-Perthes and luxating patella’s, are more likely to occur in Toy and Miniature Poodles than in Standards. The Standard variety are more at risk for gastric dilatation with volvulus (bloat) and sebaceous adenitis.
Recommended Health Tests From the National Breed Club:
- Patella Evaluation
- Hip Evaluation
- Ophthalmologist Evaluation
- PRA Optigen DNA Test
GROOMING & EXERCISE
Unless you plan to keep your Poodle clipped in a short trim, you will need to learn how to brush how to brush him daily to keep his coat from matting. If you do not brush and comb a full-coated Poodle completely to the skin, the hair will mat near the roots and will have to be shaved off to start all over with new growth. Most pet owners opt to keep the Poodle in a shorter trim. Some owners learn to do this clipping and trimming themselves, while others choose to take their dog to a professional dog groomer every four to six weeks for a bath, grooming, and nail trim. The breed’s relatively non shedding coat makes the breed a good choice for people with allergies.
Poodles of any size are very active dogs who require good exercise every day to suit their high energy level. Poodles are eager for all kinds of activity, and they enjoy keeping busy. Swimming is great exercise for them, and most Poodles love to get in the water. Bred as hunting dogs, their impulse is to retrieve, so tossing toys, sticks, or balls for them will exercise both their mind and body. They also thrive on going for jogs or long walks with their human.
TRAINING
Poodles are extremely intelligent and are easily trained. They are agile and graceful as well as smart, and they enjoy and excel in a variety of canine sports, including agility, obedience, and tracking. They are excellent water-retrievers and also compete in dock diving and retriever hunt tests. Poodles are very people-oriented, and if your training routines are fun and positive, they are quick to please you. Just be sure that you are being consistent with what you ask.
"Scotts Solomon Pixel Project"
Call name: Pixie
Pixel is extra sweet, respectful, and listens to your every word. Pixel joined our family when she was six months old. Pixel is very intelligent and her aim in life is to please you. She is our big snuggle bunny. As far as she is concerned there is always room on the chair for one more even if I already have a dog on my lap! Her recall is remarkable and she is such a pleasure to be around. Pixel has a solid conformation and temperament.
Pixel is currently training as a PSD (Psychiatric Service Dog). A PSD can help activate your parasympathetic nervous system, however, the most beneficial task that a PSD can provide is DPT (Deep Pressure Therapy). People with conditions like PTSD, OCD, autism, anxiety, sensory processing disorder (SPD) and depression, are likely to suffer from sensory overload.
Genetic Health Panel
DM (SOD1A), (ATF2), (SLC13A1, Poodle Variant), (PRCD Exon 1), (VWF), CDDY/IVDD, Type I IVDD (FGF4 retrogene – CFA12, (HEXB, Poodle Variant) clear
Oh my Goodness Gracie
Call Name: Gracie
Gracie is the kind of poodle that makes you smile everyday with her playful willingness to any situation that arises. She loves her people and makes doggy friends everywhere she goes. Her confidence level and intelligence provides for a temperament breeder’s strive for. Gracie can open any door which keeps us on our feet. Her play zooms are that of an athlete, thankfully, she has a solid stop button. She is not a morning girl. Every day, she waits until you get out of bed to enjoy the solitude. Such a lady of luxury.
Gracie’s puppies take on her attributes. Both past puppy parents and people who meet her puppies specifically inquire that they want a “Gracie puppy” and are happy to be on her waitlist.
A mention from our Veterinarian, Dr. Bull @ Anderson Veterinary, Penticton, BC.
“Gracie you are so happy, healthy, and a good example of what a Standard Poodle should be. You could convince me to come over the Poodle side”.
Genetic Health Panel
DM (SOD1A), (ATF2), (SLC13A1, Poodle Variant), (PRCD Exon 1), (VWF), CDDY/IVDD, Type I IVDD (FGF4 retrogene – CFA12, (HEXB, Poodle Variant) clear
OFA: Hips: Elbows:
Lucy (Den Mother)
Call Name: Lou Lou
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Genetic Health Panel
DM (SOD1A), (ATF2), (SLC13A1, Poodle Variant), (PRCD Exon 1), (VWF), CDDY/IVDD, Type I IVDD (FGF4 retrogene – CFA12, (HEXB, Poodle Variant) clear
OFA: Hips: Elbows:
“I love animals and feel very strongly that people should not be allowed to buy a pet if they are not able to look after it. Until one has loved an animal, a part of one's soul remains unawakened.”
“I love animals and feel very strongly that people should not be allowed to buy a pet if they are not able to look after it. Until one has loved an animal, a part of one's soul remains unawakened.”
“I love animals and feel very strongly that people should not be allowed to buy a pet if they are not able to look after it. Until one has loved an animal, a part of one's soul remains unawakened.”
