Standard Poodle
large breed
High activity
Average lifespan: 12 years
About the Standard Poodle
The largest of the three Poodle varieties, developed in Germany and refined in France as a skilled water retriever, prized for its intelligence and trainability. Athletic and elegant, with a dense, curly, low-shedding coat.
Temperament
Highly intelligent, active, and eager to please, the Standard Poodle excels in obedience, agility, and retrieving work, and forms close bonds with its family.
Common health issues
- Hip dysplasia
- Bloat / gastric dilatation-volvulus (GDV)
- Addison's disease
- Progressive retinal atrophy
Grooming needs
The dense, curly coat does not shed much but mats easily and needs brushing several times a week along with regular professional clipping.
This information is general and educational — it isn't a substitute for advice from your veterinarian,
who knows your individual dog's health history.
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