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Standard Poodle Dog Breed Facts
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Breed: Standard Poodle
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Also Called: Barbone, Caniche Moyen, Grand Caniche
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Height: The Standard Poodle is about 22-27 inches tall.
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Weight: The Standard Poodle weighs between 45-70 lbs.
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Colors: The Standard Poodle can be any solid color.
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Physical Appearance: The Standard Poodle is a very active, intelligent and elegant-appearing dog, squarely built, well proportioned, moving soundly and carrying himself proudly. Properly clipped in the traditional fashion and carefully groomed, the Poodle has about him an air of distinction and dignity peculiar to himself.
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Temperament/Personality: The Standard Poodle is proud, active and intelligent.
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Care: The Standard Poodle needs frequent trimming, brushing and shampooing of the coat. Ears must be kept very clean. Nails trimmed short and teeth brushed weekly.
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Health Concerns/Problems: The Standard Poodle has been known to have experienced the following health problems: Progressive Retinal Atrophy, Sebaceous Adenitis, Addison’s Disease, and Idiopathic Epilepsy.
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Training: Standard Poodles are intelligent dogs who learn quickly if handled properly. Gentle and consistent training is the best method.
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Activity: Standard Poodles enjoy outdoor exercise such as swimming and retrieving. They make a great jogging partner. A fenced yard is great for this breed.
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Life Span: The Standard Poodle lives an average life of 10-13 years.
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Litter Size: The Standard Poodle has an average litter of 3-8 puppies.
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Country of Origin: The Standard Poodle originated in France.
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Brief History: Dogs similar in type to today's Poodle were carved in Roman tombs as far back as 30 A.D. and can be seen in European paintings as early as the 15th century. Although the breed took its name from the German word ""pudel,"" which means ""to splash in water,"" the French were responsible for bringing the Poodle to international attention. The first Poodles in England were known as ""Rough Water Dogs"" and they served primarily as hunting companions. Poodles were first brought to the United States at the end of the 19th century, but the breed did not become popular until after World War II. By the mid '50s, the Poodle was the most popular breed in the United States, a position held for over 20 years. Today the Poodle is divided into two breeds: the Standard Poodle, which serves primarily as a gun dog and companion animal, and the Poodle, composed of the Miniature and Toy varieties, and which serves primarily as companion breed. The standards of the two breeds are essentially identical but for size.
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