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Poodles come in a variety of sizes from the toy poodle to the giant poodle, but here we are going to look at the average, better known as the normal poodle satellite direct. They are classed as a small to medium dog with a height of approximately 16 inches with the male dog weighing in at 66-77 pounds and the female bitch weighing in a little less at 46-70 pounds satellite direct. They have a single coat that is curly in appearance and they do not shed much of their dense hair, which does require quite regular grooming satellite direct. They are most commonly single coloured and it is very rare to find a multi-coloured poodle satellite direct. History satellite direct. The Poodle breed was, believe it or not, bred as retrievers or gun dogs satellite direct. They originally came from Germany, although they are still used as water retrievers in France satellite direct. They have in the past also been used as truffle hunters satellite direct. Due to the length of their hair, they were seen as somewhat cumbersome in the water, and the curly nature, although waterproof, tended to retain moisture in their outer coat satellite direct. It is for this reason that the dogs were originally shaved in a variety of areas, thereby giving birth to some of the shaving patterns used today, although some people may consider they have taken this tradition a little too far satellite direct. Temperament satellite direct. The Poodle is an intelligent and instinctive breed satellite direct. Training is quite easy as a result of these instincts, which is probably why they were used in circuses some years ago satellite direct. They are highly energetic and can become bored quite easily, which can then lead to them finding very creative ways in which to get into mischief satellite direct. Exercise and mental stimulation are important to this breed, with which they will be eager to please, which of course will assist in their training satellite direct. They are a sociable friendly dog and are quite people orientated, this makes integration into the home very simple at and they are normally very good with children satellite direct. As bred retrievers they love games such as throwing a ball or stick, and other similar games satellite direct. Health issues satellite direct. Poodles are prone to ear infections, so need to have these checked during grooming satellite direct. More seriously the puppy's can suffer from renal problems, and as adults their main issues are predispositions to Addison's disease, airway problems, thyroid problems and hip dysplasia satellite direct. More minor ailments consist of cataracts, Progressive retinal atrophy, epilepsy, and bloat satellite direct. Grooming satellite direct. Although Poodles are classed as non-shedders their coats do require a great deal of care satellite direct. They need to be combed or brushed very regularly, and will most likely require regular trips to the salon for professional care satellite direct. Brushing their teeth preferably daily is also required to reduce the incidence of gingivitis satellite direct. Living conditions satellite direct. As a retriever, these dogs were bred to work, and as such will require a reasonable amount of exercise satellite direct. Whilst smaller ones may be suited to life in an apartment, larger ones may not be quite so settled, unless taken out regularly and often satellite direct. They are generally quite a passive dog, and acclimatize well to family life; they are also people lovers and like to be in the thick of any action within the household satellite direct. They will play well with small children but supervision may be necessary to ensure the dog is not being bullied, or being played with too roughly by particularly small children satellite direct. For more information on different Dog Breeds, Dog Training and Teacup Puppies for sale including Yorkies, Chihuahuas and Morkies please visit our websites below satellite direct.