Beautiful, sophisticated, and intelligent, the Poodle stands out in the crowd.

Vital Stats

Height: Toy, up to 10 inches at shoulder; Miniatures, 11 to 15 inches at shoulder; Standards, about 22 inches at shoulder
Weight: Toys, 6 to 9 pounds; Miniatures, 15 to 17 pounds; Standards, 45 to 70 pounds
Coat: dense and curly
Life span: 12 to 15 years

Summary
Elegant. Proud. Clever. Poodles are impressive dogs, as the many best-in-show winners from this breed can attest. Behind the blue ribbons, impressive hairdos, and regal attitude, you’ll find an affectionate family dog with an ancient history and many talents.

Full Poodle profile on DogTime.com

[usrlist “Good for new owners:5” “Playfulness:5” “Potential for weight gain:4” “Predatory tendencies:4” “Tendency to bark or howl:4” “Need for exercise:4” “Energy Level:4” “Friendly toward strangers:4” “Compatible with kids:4” “Dog friendly:4” “General health:2” “Wanderlust:2” “Drooling potential:1” “Ease at being home alone:1” ]