Poodle
Medium breed · Germany/France
Poodles are highly intelligent, elegant dogs that come in three sizes (Standard, Miniature, Toy). Despite the fancy haircuts, they are athletic water retrievers at heart.
Breed Statistics
- 12–15 yrs
- Lifespan
- 20–32 kg
- Weight
- 60 min/day
- Exercise
- Daily grooming
- Grooming
Temperament
- Intelligent
- Active
- Alert
- Faithful
- Instinctual
Daily Calorie Range
900–1300 kcal/day
For an average adult Poodle. Adjust for weight, age, and activity level.
5 Facts About the Poodle
- 1
Poodles are the 2nd most intelligent dog breed after the Border Collie.
- 2
Their iconic clip was originally designed to help them swim more efficiently.
- 3
Poodles are hypoallergenic and shed minimally.
- 4
Standard Poodles were used as military dogs in WWII.
- 5
The name 'Poodle' comes from the German 'Pudel' — to splash in water.
Poodle Age Calculator
Affects aging rate — giants age fastest.