Poodle

Pudl

Poodle – side view
Photo: John Leslie from London, UK, CC BY 2.0, source
Poodle – front view
Photo: Don Ramey Logan, CC BY-SA 4.0, source
Poodle – head
Photo: Jason Turse, CC BY-SA 3.0, source
Poodle – head
Photo: Eva Rinaldi, CC BY-SA 2.0, source
Poodle – front view
Photo: Swpso, CC BY-SA 4.0, source

Key facts

FCI group9. Companion and Toy Dogs
Country of originFrance
CategoryMedium
Height at withers24–60 cm
Weight3–32 kg
Life span12–15 years

Recognition features

Purpose

Originally a German and French water retriever; later an elegant companion and show dog in standard, medium, miniature and toy sizes.

History

Bred in France from water dogs; the French poodle is a national dog. Sizes: toy, miniature, medium, standard.

Coat

Dense, curly, wooly coat.

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The information is indicative. Texts are based on available sources and may contain inaccuracies; for binding details (e.g. for breeding or shows) use the official breed standard. Report a photo or rights.