poodle

a breed of dog – originally gun dog (= dog used in hunting) – related to the retriever – very small, medium and large with long thick curly hair (fur) with cone shaped head, large forehead, large drooping ears, long narrow muzzle (= mouth and nose part), slender neck, narrow body, straight legs (front legs longer than the back legs), medium-sized straight tail; size: (varies widely) from the smallest – 6 inch tall, 6 inch long, and 600 grams in weight, to the largest – 1½ feet tall at the shoulder, 2 feet long, and 20-25 Kg. in weight; feeds on the usual dog food; lives for 12-15 years; originally from Europe – either France or Germany, but now bred all over the world

Special Features:

Poodles are one of the best breeds of dogs – active, intelligent, loyal and cute; so, no wonder they are one of the most loved pet dogs!

Poodles are originally bred to be used in hunting, and they are still good at assisting hunters.  They love water; in fact, their name is derived from ‘pudle’ which means ‘puddle’ (= a small pool of water, usually rain water found on the roads or uneven ground).

Poodles are known to be very loyal to their owners, and are noted for their intelligence and obedience!

The poodles presented at the dog-shows are partly shaved, or have their hair cut into more attractive shapes; and they are the dogs that win more titles at most dog-shows.

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