NEWS THE POODLE, THE DOG WITH CURLY HAIRS

The Poodle is the pet dog par excellence. He is intelligent, lively, docile, faithful and happy. What more can a dog ask for? One of the only drawbacks that can be blamed for it is to bark sometimes excessively, especially the poodles.

• Size: 24 cm to 60 cm
• Weight: from 6 kg to 25 kg depending on the types
• Hair: curly
• Color: black, white, gray, brown and apricot
• Life expectancy: 15 years
• Gestation period: 63 days

Description and characteristics of the poodle

The Poodle is recognizable among thousands with its harmonious body, curly hair and almond eyes, usually dark in color. Some varieties of poodles have a hair called “corded”, that is to say similar to fine and tight cords, but they are much rarer. It is a dog with a beautiful head wear that gives him a proud and distinguished look. His ears are long enough, flat and drooping, and covered with hair. The Poodle also has perfectly straight limbs. The look of the Poodle is unique: light and bouncy.

There are three large varieties of poodles that are distinguished by their size. The poodle can be up to 60 cm, the average poodle (between 35 and 45 cm), the dwarf poodle (28 to 35 cm) and finally the toy poodle whose size does not exceed 28 cm. These varieties are then divided into five subgroups of different solid colors: black, white, gray, brown or apricot.

Origin of the Poodle

The Poodle, originally from France, comes down from Barbet, a dog specialized in hunting in the aquatic environment. The poodle was in this case used for hunting ducks, hence the origin of its name. Today, perfect pet, the Poodle has still kept his instinct of hunter and swimmer. It is the most famous dog and the most widespread in the world.

Character and behavior of the Poodle – Who is it for?

The Poodle is one of the most playful dogs we know. He is lively, always happy and extremely curious. His intelligence also stands out from all other breeds of dogs. The Poodle is also a great charmer who is ready to do anything to show the unfailing affection he brings to his master. In return, he also needs a loving family. He particularly appreciates the presence of the children whose cuddles he loves.

How to take care of his poodle: his needs

A Poodle is suitable for both indoor and outdoor living. The important thing for him is that he can regularly, or as he wishes, get closer to his masters whose presence is indispensable to him. It is a dog that does not support loneliness and needs to be solicited regularly. The Poodle is better suited to an active master, even sporty, and who has time to devote to him.

Because of his hunting dog origins, the Poodle needs to spend, depending on its size. He loves long walks with his masters.

We often have the image of the Poodle as a well-dressed dog whose hair is cut and coiffed. For those, maintenance can be tedious and expensive. But it is quite possible to normally maintain the dress of his Poodle by brushing every day, because it does not lose its hair naturally.

The Poodle’s diet

The poodle’s diet, and especially its dosage, depends on the variety to which it belongs. The needs are indeed different depending on the size of the dog. Nevertheless, the basis of his food is for all meat, vegetables and cereals. The croquettes also adapt well to the food needs of the Poodle if they are well balanced and rich in proteins. Like all dogs, the Poodle must always have fresh and clean water at its disposal.

The health of the Poodle

The life expectancy of the Poodle is high, it is about 15 years old. It’s a dog with solid health that does not pose real problems. Only his ears are to monitor and clean regularly to prevent the occurrence of ear infections. Poodles that belong to medium and small varieties are also more fragile and fear for example the cold and humidity.

Price of a Poodle puppy

The price of a Poodle puppy will depend on the sex, the pedigree of the parents, the conformity to the standards of the breed, etc.