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Poodle Breed Standard
Describing the Poodle as an individual
breed is best articulated by whats called a "breed standard." This
specific standard is compared with what genetics determine - a dog's
physical characteristics, such as height, weight, body type, color, or
coat. Breed standards also spell out the breeds desired temperament,
personality, and faults. Breed standards assigned by a kennel or dog club
may vary slightly from nation to nation, and can change over time.
In a nutshell, the breed standard paints a picture of what the ideal
Poodle should look like and how it should act, making it distinct and
special from other breeds. Only those dogs that most closely meet the
standard receive championship status or are elected to be bred, at least
in theory. The first American Kennel Club official standard for the Poodle
was approved in 1901.
The very first AKC breed standard for the Poodle was similar to the
standard for The Kennel Club (English), which was written in 1886. Three
distinct varieties of the Poodle - Toy, Miniature, and Standard - existed
then, but they were distinguished by weight rather than height as they are
now. The following description summarizes the current breed standard, as
set by the Poodle Club of America:
Appearance: The Poodle is intelligent and elegant in appearance. Known for
his alert expression, the Poodle is well proportioned and moves
gracefully. The Poodle has what enthusiasts call "an air of distinction."
Its poise and dignity are unique to this breed.
Size: There are three sizes or varieties of Poodles: Standard, Miniature,
and Toy. They are all the same breed. Toy Poodles are 10 inches tall or
less at the shoulder, Miniatures are 15 inches or less, and Standards are
15 inches or taller.
These three are the only sizes recognized by the American Kennel Club,
though prospective Poodle buyers may find "teacup" (very small Toys) or
"royal" (very large Standards) Poodles as one of their choices. However,
these are not AKC-accepted sizes.
Coat: No matter which size of Poodle you choose, the Poodle's curly coat
is her crowning glory. White, black, brown, cream, blue, gray, and apricot
are the colors accepted by the AKC. A well-bred Poodle's coat texture is
one-of-a-kind: harsh, dense, and curly.
Personality: The Poodle's other greatest asset is his personality. Poodles
are highly intelligent, good natured, sensitive, and adaptable. Poodles
are people lovers, and aim to please, generally following through on any
request their owner may ask. Poodles are suited to show careers, field
work, therapy dog work, or life as a pleasing companion. Being the
adaptable animals they are, Poodles can live happily in a city apartment
or take to life on the farm. There are more
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