Standard Poodle

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History/Origin
Original poodles were thought to be hunting dogs, and they were used to retrieve gunned fowl from bodies of water. The poodles were originally believed to have originated from France because of their popularity in the French courts; the standard poodle is also thought of to come from Russia or Germany. However, some experts’ today claim that this dog breed actually came from Iberia. The poodles are related to the breeds Irish Water Spaniel and the Portuguese Water Dog, and they have become a favorite companion of people in history. Today, the poodle has gained a somewhat celebrity status, as they are frequently seen carried by famous celebrities and political figures.

Description
Measuring at 38 cm or 15 in at the shoulder, the poodle is among the most popular and well-loved breeds of dogs that are in existence. A standard poodle is easily recognizable because of its naturally curly fur that is often tightly clumped and is set in ringlets. With continued brushing, the fur of the poodle will remain soft and somewhat straighten, yet it will still have its curly or wavy look. The common coat colors for the poodle are black, brown, white, gray, apricot, or blue. For show ring purposes, coats of other color or those who have partial or phantom shades are not allowed to participate.

A poodle’s show ‘bracelets’ or fur covering their leg joints is believed to have been carried over from the days of winter hunts and are carried over today. This practice of clipping their fur except for the joints was done in order to make them swim better while protecting their joints from cold weather.

Temperament
The poodles are known to be very intelligent, active and alert. Fairly energetic, these dogs are ideal as companions or guard dogs for their masters. They can easily mix with other breeds and are not as aggressive as others. However, unless properly trained, poodles are not ideal to be brought in contact with little children, as they have low tolerance for playful children. Most poodles have an aristocratic air, and some may be aloof to others. Just as they are portrayed in movies and shows, poodles can be very temperamental, especially if they were brought up that way.