Standard Poodle
Brilliant, low-shedding, quietly the smartest dog in the room.
Vital stats
| Size | Large · 45–60 cm (Standard) |
| Weight | 20–32 kg |
| Life expectancy | 12–15 years |
| Energy | High — 60 min+/day |
| Shedding | Very low (curly, continuously growing coat) |
| Coat | Dense curly single coat · many solid colours |
| Group | Non-Sporting · AKC / FCI №172 |
Breed traits
Friendliness
Care
Mind
Temperament
Behind the show-ring clip is a serious water retriever and one of the most trainable dogs alive. The Poodle is sensitive, quick and a touch reserved with strangers — it thrives on mental work and can grow anxious or inventive when bored.
Habits & quirks
Endlessly clever
Learns fast, including things you'd rather it didn't — needs mental jobs.
Low-shed, high-maintenance
Barely sheds, but the coat must be brushed and clipped every few weeks.
Sensitive soul
Reads mood keenly; harsh handling backfires — reward-based training only.
Secret athlete
Under the fancy coat is a tireless swimmer and retriever.
Care
| Grooming | The real commitment — brush several times weekly, professional clip every 4–6 weeks |
| Exercise | 60+ min/day of body and brain work — agility, scent and retrieve games |
| Health | Screen for hips, eyes and Addison's; generally a long-lived breed |
| Enrichment | Give it problems to solve — a bored Poodle invents its own |
Common questions
Are Poodles hypoallergenic?
No dog is truly hypoallergenic, but the Poodle's low-shedding curly coat makes it one of the best choices for allergy sufferers.
Are Poodles high maintenance?
In grooming, yes — regular brushing and a clip every 4–6 weeks. In trainability, they're among the easiest.
Are Standard Poodles good family dogs?
Very — smart, playful and gentle, they suit active families who can meet their exercise and grooming needs.