Last Updated on August 11, 2021 by Fumipets

Many people have fallen in love with poodles throughout the years. Others are still wary of this kind of dog. I’ll go over all you need to know about poodles as pets in order to assist you to understand them as pets.

Poodles have a lifespan of 10 to 15 years. Poodles are sociable, energetic, clever, and devoted dogs. Poodles range in price from $700 to $1,500 for standard poodles and $1,000 to $2,000 for toy and miniature poodles. Grooming and feeding are the major expenses after the first purchase.

We’ll go through the specifics of how much you should anticipate spending for your poodle down below. We’ll also go over some specifics on how poodles behave and what you should do as their owner.

Poodle Physical Characteristics

Even if you’ve never had a poodle before, you’re likely to identify one from a mile away. These canines are well-known for a variety of reasons.

Poodles are one of the most popular show dogs in the world. Poodles are often seen in circuses doing amusing feats.

Poodles have a lengthy coat. Poodle’s curly, long hair continues to grow.

Poodles are hypoallergenic because of this. Poodles’ hair grows rather than shedding, giving them the long, gorgeous locks that we see so frequently.

The coats of poodles are likewise very curly. This is perhaps one of their most distinguishing characteristics. The coat colour of a poodle may vary. Their coat, however, will always be a solid colour, such as black, white, grey, or brown.

All three kinds of poodles have the same curly, long-haired coat. Poodles are divided into three kinds based on their size.

Standard: largest poodle

Miniature: Medium sized poodle

Toy: smallest poodle

At first sight, these names may seem to be meaningless. The term “standard” is often used to indicate a medium-sized item. Standard poodles, on the other hand, were the original poodle size. Following that, miniature and toy poodles were developed from standard poodles.

Aside from these morphological traits, there are many more that are common to all poodles.

The face of a poodle is long. This merely implies that their snout is stretched out. The snouts of some canines are closer to the rest of their faces than human noses are. The noses of standard poodles, on the other hand, are farther out.

The snouts of toys and tiny poodles are shorter. They may, nevertheless, be described as having lengthy faces.

Poodles have floppy ears as well. As they tumble lower, their ears still retain the beautiful curls.

A poodle’s outline resembles a square. Their dimensions are ideal for a square. This gives them a broad-shouldered appearance. The back of a poodle is straight rather than bent.

Poodles are a breed of dog that is usually beautiful. There’s a reason they’re the best show dog in the world.

Despite the fact that many people prefer toy and miniature poodles due to their smaller size, each breed of poodle has fairly comparable physical features.

Poodle Health

One of the most common concerns people have about poodles before buying one is how long they should live.

A poodle’s lifespan is estimated to be between 10 and 15 years.

Poodles have an average life expectancy when compared to other dog breeds. Poodles are known for living long, joyful, and active lives. Poodles have a high level of energy throughout most of their lives, with a small decline later on.

A senior poodle may have much more energy than a puppy with little energy, such as a bulldog.

Although poodles have a long life expectancy, there are a few things to keep an eye on to keep your poodle healthy.

Drooling, pacing, disorientation, trouble breathing, and odd motions are all symptoms of epilepsy.

Depression, anxiety, and digestive problems are all symptoms of Addison’s disease.

Hip Dysplasia causes weak limbs, limping, and a lack of willingness to play or climb stairs.

Loss of appetite, vomiting, diarrhoea, depression, weight loss, increased urination, and sluggishness are all symptoms of chronic active hepatitis.

Hair loss, increased hunger, change in hair texture, and frequent urination are all symptoms of Cushings disease.

Dilated pupils, watery eyes, running into objects, and night vision difficulties are all symptoms of progressive retinal atrophy.

Hair loss, increased appetite, weight gain, and a desire to be in warm places are all symptoms of thyroid disease.

Bloat: The dog will be in a lot of discomfort. A dog’s life may be cut short in a matter of hours.

Although none of these illnesses are certain to strike your poodle, they are always a possibility.

It is important that you be aware of these health problems so that you can recognise the signs and address the problems before they get too severe.

All three kinds of poodles are affected by these health problems. However, only toy and tiny poodles suffer from additional health problems. This is due to their sheer size. Although there are certain health concerns associated with being a tiny dog.

Because the standard poodle is the original size and has not been bred to be any smaller, it is unaffected by the following.

The following are some of the health problems that are unique to toy and miniature poodles:

Dental issues

Trachea 

Patellas Luxating

Adenitis of the sebaceous glands

Legg-Calvé-Perthes disease is another health problem that is unique to toy poodles.

As you can see, there are a number of things to keep an eye on in order to ensure that your dog lives as long as possible.

You should not have too many issues as long as you are aware of these factors. The most serious issue that may emerge as a result of your poodle’s health problems is the owner’s lack of knowledge.

Naturally, your dog will not suffer from all of these problems. In fact, kids may never have to deal with any of these issues. However, it is always preferable to be prepared.

It’s a good idea to take your poodle to the vet on a regular basis to ensure that he or she is in excellent health.

The Cost of a Healthy Poodle

Aside from the cost of treating any of these health problems that may arise, there are additional expenses to consider in order to keep your poodle healthy.

The cost of the first visit to the veterinarian is between $80-$100.

Your puppy’s first visit to the veterinarian is critical. The average cost is $80-100, which isn’t bad given all it involves.

The veterinarian will examine your puppy for the first time to verify that he or she is healthy. If your puppy has any potential problems, you should learn out about them at this appointment.

Grooming Poodles

One of the most significant distinctions between owning a poodle as a pet and other canines is the expense of grooming. Grooming isn’t necessary for all dogs. For example, the golden retriever I used to own just needed to be groomed every now and again.

Poodle hair, on the other hand, resembles human hair more than canine fur.

The hair of a poodle is continuously growing. Although this makes poodles ideal for allergy sufferers, it also makes grooming them a chore.

It’s simple for poodles’ hair to get matted since their hair is constantly growing and extremely curly.

If you’re not acquainted with matting, it’s when your dog’s fur gets knotted up in clumps of hair due to a combination of dirt and dander. Depending on how long it takes to get rid of the mattes, your poodle may have to be shaved bald to get rid of them.

Your poodle may also get skin diseases in addition to the mattes. Your dog’s skin is irritated by the mattes.

Brushing through a poodle’s hair on a regular basis is essential since their hair mattes quickly.

The coat of a poodle cannot be ignored without causing problems.

A poodle’s coat must be trimmed often to maintain it healthy and tidy. To begin, I would take your poodle to a professional dog groomer for grooming.

Depending on where you take the poodle and what type of grooming is required, these poodle grooming sessions may cost anywhere from $35 to 140.

Poodle Temperament

Because it is in their DNA, every dog breed has a tendency toward specific characteristics. Aside from that, each dog exhibits these characteristics in a unique way.

Before getting a poodle, it’s probable that you’ll want to learn a little more about them.

We’ll travel back in time to learn more about poodles and their personalities. Poodles were initially developed as water retrievers in Germany. Poodle is derived from the German term Pudeln, which means “to splash about.”

Poodles are excellent swimmers and are naturally lively as a result of this. They have a tremendous lot of energy and are extremely active dogs.