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Q: Poodle ???
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1 year old dog from the pound. All they give me is that his primary breed is miniature poodle, but what does he look like to you ?
Becuase they usually guess on the breed, and his fur looks funky to me.

A: He looks like poodles I’v seen that have never been groomed, the pound didn’t clean him up , the SPCA or no kill would never leave him like that, poor little guy, bring him to the Vet first for a complete check up & shots and while there as if the Vet Tech will groom him, for the first time you want to have someone do it that will be careful, a puppy cut is cute, and I can see a beautiful little face behind that hair, love him, I’m glad you rescued him, I bet his ears are a mess inside with the hair like that, he is probably very uncomfortable, its like putting you fingers thru your hair when it has tangles in it, but don’t try to mess with his ears let the vet take care for the first time, if their sore he might nip and it won’t be his fault

Q: poodle???????????????
are poodles yappy???
what are some dog breeds that dont bark
a lot and has minor shedding???

A: poodles are great, are yappy if you are!! Shih Tzu’s are also a wonderful dog, hearty yet small and tend to also take on it’s owners personna. Try to remember “yappiness” is a way of communicating. If you encourage this type of communication, that’s what you’ll get..in almost any breed!! Good Luck in your quest

Q: How to determine if the poodle puppy will grow up to toy poodle size?
I am planning to buy a non registered toy poodle puppy. I am afraid that I might be cheated by the breeder by giving me a miniature poodle puppy. So is there any way to know which type of poodle the puppy will be?

A: hmmm..i had that same prob. they said my dog was a full breed toy poodle,but he grew wayy to big. the only way to really tell is by watching its growth rate. if by 6 months it is more than 10 lbs,u know it is not a toy. toy poodles are supposed to be between 5-8 lbs when they are full grown. even if it isnt a toy poodle,you should still love it and care for it the same way that you would if it were.

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Q: What is the poodle quarintine time on entering australia?
We bought a poodle in Australia.However we live in Qatar,so if we return to australia what is the quarintine time for bringing the poodle back into australia?

A: There is more than just quarantine to think about. There is quite a detailed procedure involving titres, etc.

I am in the process of starting a puppy on the protocols to go to Australia. I’ll go find my link and edit it in.

However, if all the protocols are followed the quarantine is a minimum of 30 days.

Q: How do I find a good poodle breeder in the mid-Atllantic area?
Our dog recently died of cancer and we’ll be looking for a new dog later this spring or summer. We’re interested in getting a minature poodle. We’ll consider adopting from a local shelter first (and would consider a poodle mix), but we also want to look into getting a poodle puppy. We’re not interested in a show dog, just a healthy, easily trainable family pet. How do we find and evaluate breeders?

A: Well if you’re interested in a puppy, you can still definitely rescue.
Just like finding a reputable and responsible breeding, finding the right dog in the shelter takes time too–and may require traveling.
A great website you can check is http://www.petfinder.com/ and you can search for miniature poodles (and other breeds) in your area that need homes.

When looking for a breeder, this will require quiet a bit of work. To find a responsible and ethical breeder, you’ll want to visit dog shows or visit the breed parent club.http://www.poodleclubofamerica.org/
There is a link to a site. Not only should it have helpful information on the breed, but it should have a list of breeders who are ethical, reputable, and responsible who breed for the love of the breed. (and rescues)

When purchasing your dog, AVOID at all costs:
-Buying online or pet stores (These dogs come from puppymills, which are nothing more than factories for the mass production of dogs to ship across the country to pet stores) To learn more about the horrors of pet stores and puppymills click http://www.stoppuppymills.org/

-Buying dogs from newspaper Ads. (People who sell through newspapers, excluding adoption ads from rescues, are ‘backyard breeders’ they don’t breed for the love of the dog, they breed for profit and you don’t want to support that)

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when looking at breeders you’ll always want someone who does genetic/health testing on their dogs (and only breeds those dogs who pass those tests well), does NOT breed mixes, is active in work/show, is knowledgable about the breed, the breed standard, genetic issues in the breed, questions you as much (or more) than you question, and is interested in matching the best pup/dog to you rather than making a profit. They should breed for the love of the breed and only to the breed standard, never breed dogs younger than 2 years old, keeps the pups in clean, safe environment, and rarely has pups available (1-2 litters per year).
This is just a general overview, but the parent site may have more on how to find an ethical and responsible breeder.
Good luck on your search

Q: How do you tell the difference between a Bichon Frize and a Poodle?
I recently took my toy poodle to a groomer and the groomer though he was a Bichon. I looked up the breed and found that they are somewhat similar to poodles. I am just wondering what the differences are between the two breeds (other than origin, mainly physical features only). I have no doubt that my poodle is a poodle, I have been around poodles almost my entire life and I purchased my poodle from a reputable breeder.

A: Go to the AKC website and look at pictures of poodles and Bichons. They will list the “confirmation” points for each dog and that should tell you. I think the Bichon has a shorter, wider nose. They have similar coats but I am amazed that a groomer could not tell the difference. I would be very observant of any changes in your dog’s personality after grooming and of how the groomer handles other things. You may need a more knowledgable groomer.

Q: What happens if you mix a mini poodle with a standard poodle?
If a male miniature poodle, and a female standard poodle have puppies what size are they? Are they standard, mini, or somewhere in the middle? I have been trying to find this answer all day, and haven’t had any luck.
Thanks!

A: there is no “in between”

Standards are anything over 15 inches.

Minis are 10-15 inches…

for the records, toys are any that are under 10 inches

so you’d have to see what size the pups end up being as adults… some may be minis and some may be standards.

The problem is that you have minis that may potentially carry the gene for larger sizes.. so you could end up getting standards if you breed that mini back to another mini..

the standards from that litter coule potentially carry genetics for smaller sizes, so you could get minis if you breed back to another standard.

This is what is called “throwback” genetics.

Q: How can I stop my male poodle from peeing on the floor & furniture?
I have grown up with poodles. About two years ago, we adopted a new male poodle after ours passed away from cancer. He is a sweet baby, but we are still having a problem with him peeing on everything. At first we thought, he was marking his territory, but he’s the only animal in the house & has been since we got him. He has enough allergies & asthma (breathing problems) that the vet is afraid he will die if he is given anesthesia to be neutered, so I am looking for other ideas.
I have had 2 different vets say they don’t feel comfortable performing the neuter surgery on him.

Also, we take him out after he eats & he goes to the bathroom, but at random times, we’ll notice he’s left the room & then we find it in another room. (He also does it while we’re asleep at night, even though he gets to go out to the yard just before bed & first thing in the morning.)

A: I think that maybe he is just marking his territory because he can still smell your other dog. You should wash everything in your house. Even wash down that walls at his height because your other dog could have rubbed on them. Maybe even buy your dog his own new toys. Throw out any other toys that belonged to other dogs. If this doesn’t work maybe you should try rubbing his face in his uran because he may finally learn that it is not okay to do that. Well good luck!

Q: What is a very good quality toy poodle bed that is inexpensive?
I am adopting a 4 week old poodle ,and I want to make it feel at home when it arrives. And I am looking for a soft good quality bed. Also any tips on bringing home a new toy poodle puppy?

A: AHHH…so cute. The only recommendation is to buy her/him a small soft toy to sleep with. ( the same size as the pup ) After leaving mom and siblings, It makes them feel more secure when they sleep.
I just bought a bed at Bed Bath and Beyond that is very soft and cozy.
They are on sale for 9.99. Good luck with your puppy.

Q: How will a toy poodle and a german shephard behave in the same house?
My husband wants a germanshephard and I would like a toy poodle. How would these two breeds react towads each other?

A: I personally hate poodles, and love Shepard’s. So if you put them together, can only hope the Shepard loves easy meat.

Q: What does a Standard Poodle puppy look like with no clipping?
I’m in the market for a Standard Poodle puppy, and have been looking at some pictures online of some 9-week-old puppies available from a rescue. These puppies look shaggy, with furry muzzles and fuzzy ears. In all honesty, they look like little terrier dogs to me. How can I know if I’m really getting a purebred Poodle? What should I look for in a Poodle pup?

A: They remind me of a curly sheep dog and contrary to popular belief you DO need to have the puppy’s coat cut well before they are 1 year old!!!! If you let it go it is a severe case of mats that can hold moisture, bacteria, and dirt not to mention the fact that the skin cannot “breathe” and can become inflammed and unhealthy! Also St. Poodles MUST have their ears plucked free of hair fairly regularly to prevent ear infections. A lot of St. Poodle puppies will have been groomed and their hair cut before they leave the breeder. I know I have 2 Standard Poodles myself.

Q: How can I make a poodle skirt flowy without using a crinoline?
I am making a poodle skirt( I haven’t made it yet) and I was wondering if i could make it more flowy and puffy without using a crinoline.Would i sew something into it? I would prefer not to buy one because the crinolines are not cheap.

A: If you cut the fabric like a donut…so the radius would be your skirt length…and you use a stiff fabric (like felt)…this should keep the skirt “poofy”.

Q: What dogs can be breed to a mini poodle?
Hi, I have a female poodle and I know that other dogs becides poodles can be breed to her but I would like to know all of my options. If you have any information that can help me it will be greatly appreciated! Thanks!

A: PeaGreen gave you the best answer, listen to her

Q: How do i Keep my poodle from jumping the fence?
My standard poodle seems to always jump our fence when im not looking. We have put up fishing line, shade cloth, boards and more but he can still jump over them! I need some advice!

A: Put up a break away fence at the top of your fence. Attach chicken wire so that it stands up but will fall down if any weight is applied. So when he goes to jump he is dumped back into his own yard. You will have to adjust the a few times until it works right.

After a few attempts & being dumped right back into his own yard he’ll get the idea.

If that doesn’t work you can run a electrified wire (fence charger) at the top. It is a amp or two so all that will happen is he’ll get a little jolt but it is harm less.

Q: How can we keep our poodle from going to the bathroom in his pen?
We have a ten-year-old, very intelligent poodle. Only recently, has he begun to go to the bathroom in his pen which he has never done before in his entire life. Nothing has changed in his environment that would indicate this is a behavioral problem. Could it be because of his age? Please offer your suggestions how we can alleviate this problem.

A: it most likely is age-related. as he gets older (just as people do), he has difficulty controlling his bladder. it could be hormone-responsive incontinence – he is an older dog; alternatively, it could be stress incontinence, the most common nonhormonal cause of incontinence. take him into the vet, they’ll run a urinalysis on him to see if there’s any source of infection. if it is one of those two, he’ll be put on phenylpropanolamine to tighten his bladder sphincter. good luck!

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