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Poodle breed profile

Training and intelligence
The Poodle is very intelligent and, in theory at least, very trainable. They can be a challenge to occupy, but be gentle and consistent. These dogs are particularly sensitive to your voice, which you can use to your advantage.

Temperament
There are three different sizes of Poodle, and obviously character differs accodring to size. In general the Poodle has an abundance of desirable qualities - they are clever, affectionate, playful and lively.

Attitude towards strange dogs and people
Poodles are alert - they make good watch dogs, but have no real guarding instincts. They are generally friendly to strangers, people or dogs.

Grooming and shedding
Poodles famously don't shed, but they will need plenty of grooming and clipping. Don't be fooled into thinking a Poodle is the answer if you have dog allergies. Some Poodles may not aggravate some people's allergies, but this is not a sure thing.

Exercise
All Poodle love exercise, but obvisouly the bigger the Poodle, the more exercise they will need. Bare I mind that poodle are very intelligent, will love training activities such as agility and flyball, and also will enjoy learning tricks.

Need for company
Poodles love family life and will want to be with you as much as possible. As with all intellignet breeds, if they are left alone too much they will find their own ways to relieve the bordeome.

General
Poodles are wonderful companions, being very in tune with their owners, and the variety of size means there is probably a poodle to suit most homes. However - THERE IS NO SUCH THING AS A HYPOALLERGENIC DOG.

Sharing

273 - dog parkour and dog news discussion

Dog trainer Emma Hendy explains how Dog Parkour can help your bond with your dog, and give you both a new mindset. Julie gives her opinion on some dog news stories which caught her attention.

189 - The Dog Healers and War Dogs Remembered

In this episode you can hear Mark Winik talk about his debut novel, The Dog Healers, and listen to Julia Robertson explain why she founded the charity War Dogs remembered. Plus there's the DogCast Radio News, and what Mischief the German Spitz puppy has been up to.

188 - Service Dogs UK and Roxie the Doxie Finds Her Forever Home

In this episode you can hear about Service Dogs UK, a fantastic charity which trains assistance dogs to support veterans of any service - military personnel, police, firefighters, paramedics and the coastguard - who develop Post Traumatic Stress Disorder due to their job. Also, listen to Dr Jody A Dean, a clinical psychologist talk about how her book, Roxie the Doxie finds her Forever Home, is helping children understand and talk about adoption and other family issues. Plus the DogCast Radio News and some thoughts on the alpha dog myth.

187 - Muffins Halo and Chorley Fun Dog Show

In this episode you can hear about Muffin's Halo for Blind Dogs, and what motivates people to enter their dog in a fun dog show. In the DogCast Radio News, listen to stories about the latest dog related research. Plus there's a new member of the DogCast Radio team!

186 - Maxwell Muir on wolves

In this episode you can hear trainer, behaviourist, writer, broadcaster and wolf expert Maxwell Muir talk about what wolves mean to him personally, their plight in a modern world, and his hopes for their future. Plus we have the DogCast Radio News.