How do you pick a poodle?

What is better male or female poodle?

Male poodles are more affectionate, playful, and easier to train due to their intense desire to please their owners. Female poodles tend to be more independent, stubborn, and willful than their male poodle counterparts. It's essential to spend time with any poodle to ensure its temperament fits your family's needs.

Which poodle breed is best?

Goldendoodle. The Goldendoodle is a cross between the Golden Retriever and Poodle. This has become one of the most sought-after "Doodle breeds" due to their winning combination of good looks, smart wits, and hypoallergenic coats. They also make reputable therapy pets.

Do I want a male or female Standard Poodle?

Male poodles tend to be more playful, loveable, and trusting. They are more likely to do better about getting along with other dogs and household pets. Because females are more independent and like to assert their dominance, they may be less likely to tolerate other pets.

Which poodle size is most popular?

Of the three sizes of the Poodle, the miniature is most people's favorite. Although some Poodles still work as water retrievers, the majority live happily as family pets.

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What color poodle is the smartest?

Some people say that black and white poodles are the smartest, their reasoning for this being that these are the original standard colors for poodles, where breeders focused mostly on intelligence and temperament.

Are two toy poodles better than one?

For the most part, they like people, and they like other dogs. Having a second poodle will allow your dog to have a lifelong, reliable friend to keep them company and to play with. If you live alone with your poodle, you may not be able to give your poodle enough attention, which is where puppy number two comes in.

Do poodles attach to one person?

Yes, they could easily get attached to one person only. It is like they picked their favorite person in the house. You see, poodles tend to cling onto their person, a particular person in the house. They will show a very close bond to that person but remains distant to all other household members.

Do poodles like to cuddle?

In fact, Poodles like to cuddle and bond with their owners so much that it can work against them (and your home), as Poodles have a predisposition for getting separation anxiety. The bond between dogs and humans has thousands of years of history.

Are poodles a good first dog?

Standard Poodle

Poodles are highly intelligent dogs and adept at learning new tricks and commands. They are also playful, loyal and loving, all of which makes them a great choice for first-time owners. Poodles are also a high-energy breed and most need at least two walks a day.

What is the calmest Doodle?

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Should I get a poodle or a doodle?

Poodles have better personalities than many doodles. Some doodle puppies turn very hyper and difficult for families to train. Many doodles lack the confidence that poodles and retrievers both exhibit. Some doodles are not as easy to live with...they are more destructive with longer puppy phase from the retriever side.

Are poodles good house dogs?

Poodles are generally great family dogs and are friendly and accepting of animals in the house. They're gentle and polite with kids, but because of their hypersensitive nature they can be easily overwhelmed by small, loud children and will need time to decompress.

Are male or female poodles more protective?

Females. Female Poodles are more smart and intelligent than male Poodle. This smartness makes them more independent and protective. They are playful and affectionate, but there is no comparison to the male Poodles.

Are poodles big chewers?

Poodles are most susceptible to excessive chewing within the first year of their life, so to avoid any toothmarks on your coffee table or loose thread on your couch, you should be vigilant in using preventative products such as bitter sprays and lots of distracting toys for teething puppies.

Can Poodles be left alone?

It is always recommended to have friends, family or a pet sitter watch your Poodle if you will be gone longer than the average work day (8-9 hours). While a Poodle can survive alone overnight, if given enough water and food, this can be very stressful for the dog.

Are Poodles aggressive?

Poodles are not typically aggressive animals, but they can develop anxiety that may lead to aggressive behaviors. When these dogs get anxious, they may also get fearful, which can cause them to look at everyone as an enemy. They can also suffer from separation anxiety if they are apart from their owners for too long.

Do Poodles shed alot?

Commonly pictured in their famously fluffy show cut, they have a soft, single coat of curly hair that is virtually hypoallergenic. They won't shed all over your sofa, but just like humans, Poodles can and will shed a few strands of hair at a time.

Why does my Poodle growl at me?

Growling is a warning. It means that the Poodle is perturbed. While dogs may not plan out their actions, like humans do by weighing the pros and cons of choices, canines growl to warn that if the situation does not change, a bite may follow.

Do Poodles like being held?

Toy poodles, miniature poodles, and standard poodles enjoy being petted, rubbed or stroked on their belly, back, chest and head. Most poodles do not like having their tail, or legs touched.

Why are Poodles so mean?

Poodles can be very territorial, which is another side effect of their loyalty and dominance. They want to keep their homes safe for you, your family, and themselves, so they may show signs of aggression when a stranger comes in.

At what age do poodles calm down?

The answer to “what age do poodles calm down” has a lot to do with the particular dog and the owners' work with the dog, but a well-trained poodle can level out its temperament as soon as eighteen months, while others may not calm down till two, three, or even four or five years of age.

Should I get a toy or miniature poodle?

The Toy Poodle is slightly more fragile, and thus may be a better option for older kids who can treat a puppy more gently. The Miniature Poodle is still on the small side, but will require a bit more exercise. Miniature Poodles are sturdier than Toy Poodles, which may be a consideration for certain people.

Should you get 2 puppies from the same litter?

Well, not usually. Most training professionals strongly recommend against adopting two pups at the same time. The biggest challenge of adopting two new puppies is their tendency to bond very closely with each other, often to the exclusion of a meaningful relationship with their humans. They can become inseparable.