Poodle
Elegant, athletic, and wickedly smart
Exceptionally smart, active, and excelling in obedience. Poodles are one of the most trainable breeds.
Breed Statistics
Compatibility Overview
Personality & Temperament
The Poodle is exceptionally intelligent, eager to learn, and highly responsive to training. They are sociable dogs that generally get along well with children, other pets, and strangers when properly introduced. Despite their elegant appearance, Poodles are athletic and enjoy activities that challenge them mentally and physically. They can be sensitive to tension in the household and do best in calm, consistent environments with engaged owners.
Daily Exercise
Moderate (45–60 min)
Recommended daily activity to keep this breed healthy and happy.
Known Health Conditions
- Hip Dysplasia
- Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
- Sebaceous Adenitis
- Addison's Disease
- Bloat (Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus)
- Epilepsy
- Thyroid Issues
- Von Willebrand's Disease
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