Poodle Dog Breed Information
- AKA:Barbone, Caniche
- Size:Small/Medium/Large
- Ease of Training:High
- Grooming:High
- Shedding:Low
- Exercise Needed:Daily walks and runs
- Energy Level:Medium
- Protection:High, barking alarm
- Good with Children:Yes, best with older children
- Health Clearances:OFA, CERF, vWD, SA skin test
- Weight:45-65 lbs
- Height:15-21 inches
- Coat Colour:Any solid colour
Poodle Coat
The Poodle has a dense, harsh coat that is either curly or corded. The colour of the coat comes in such solid colours as silver, cream, gray, blue, black, white, apricot, red, caf-au-lait, and brown. It is possible to have a Semi patterned coat. However, that type of coat is not accepted in the show ring. This breed sheds little to no hair.
Poodle Character
The Poodle is an agile, athletic, and graceful breed. They are considered to be one of the most intuitive, attentive, and intelligent breeds. Lively and playful, they have a tremendous sense of humour and a true love of life. Poodles are a breed of distinction, elegance, and dignity.
Poodle Temperament
One of the most popular breeds in the world, the Poodle is loyal and deeply devoted to their owner and family. They thrive on human companionship and are extremely sensitive to their families moods and emotions. The Poodle may become overly attached to one particular family member and suffer from separation anxiety. The Standard and Miniature varieties are typically more amiable than the Toy variety, which has a tendency to be neurotic. The Standard does well in a home with children and other household pets. The Miniature and Toy varieties are best suited for homes with older, considerate children. The Poodle is reserved with strangers and makes a good watchdog. This breed has a tendency to bark excessively.
Poodle Care
The Poodle requires extensive grooming. Professional clipping must be done every six to eight weeks. The coat may be groomed in three different styles: the Pet Clip, English Saddle, and Continental. Bathing should only be done when necessary using a mild shampoo. Daily brushing is highly recommended to prevent mats and tangles. It is important that the Poodles teeth and ears are checked and cleaned on a consistent basis.
Poodle Activity
The Poodle enjoys swimming, family play sessions, and securely leashed walks. They greatly benefit from regular opportunities to romp and run off lead in a safe area. Poodles will do okay in an apartment or condominium dwelling provided they are sufficiently exercised and stimulated to help curtail their tendency to excessively bark, and to keep them physically fit.
Poodle Health and Life Expectancy
The life expectancy of the Poodle is around 10-13 years for Standard Poodles, 13-16 years for Miniature Poodles and up to 16 years for Toy Poodles. There are a number of health problems to look out for with this breed, and this includes Addison's Disease, HD, PRA, bloat, SA, epilepsy, entropion, cataracts, renal disease, and allergies. The parents of the Poodle puppy should have OFA and CERF certificates, and you should also ask about clearance relating to vWD and SA (sebaceous adenitis). . This breed is prone to cataracts, PRA, allergies, skin disorders, diabetes, epilepsy, and heart disease.
Latest Poodle Dogs for adoption

Mike - Male Poodle
- Leicester
£220 adoption fee
Mike is a worry wart and even though he wants to be loved, he struggles with his emotions and is a very sensitive boy. He prefers the outdoors and has taken a shine for chicken slices and has started

Woody - male Poodle (Miniature) Cross
- Shoreham-By-Sea
Adoption fee: Please check with the rescue
Ten-year-old Woody is certainly one of a kind. While he’s only a small chap, his larger-than-life character lights up a room! Don’t let Woody’s age fool you, he has plenty energy and loves to ke

Noodles - male Poodle
- Liverpool
Adoption fee: Please check with the rescue
Noodles and his pal Princess are looking for a home together after their owner was no longer able to care for them. Noodles is a very tactile boy who loves to be near you, being stroked and sitting cl

Savvy - Female Poodle Cross
- Carmarthenshire
Adoption fee: Please check with the rescue
19-12-24 Savvy arrived at the rescue back in April this year from a breeder. She was as terrified as they come and had absolutely no idea about us humans or our intentions. She didn’t want to be any

Rob Roy - Male Labradoodle (Labrador cross Poodle)
- Carmarthenshire
Adoption fee: Please check with the rescue
06-07-24 Rob Roy has come to us from a breeder ready to find his forever home. He is a worried boy who is a little overwhelmed to find himself here at the moment and will try his best to run away from