Great (Royal) Poodle

Name: Great (Royal) Poodle
Official name: Caniche
FCI Number: 172

This is a nearly square dog with an elegant and proud appearance, a deep chest and a short back. His head is well cut, dry, high carried and with almond shaped eyes that are set far apart. The overhanging ears are long, broad and low set. His legs are straight and muscular. The tail is set high and carried at an obtuse angle to the line of the back when moving. The tail is shortened where permitted.

Character of the breed Poodle Large (Royal)

This is a lively, intelligent, friendly and loyal dog who loves to learn new things and enjoys the company of people.

Height of the Poodle Large (Royal)

The FCI standard does not specify weight.

Coat of the Poodle Large (Royal)

Rich, firm, elastic, dense and curly. Poodles have either a curly or stringy coat. The curl is uniform in length and formed into curls. Stranded is formed into uniformly long thin strings, at least 20 cm long. Classic (lion), modern and English. Plus puppies are cut with a special cut.

Coat colour

Black, grey, brown, apricot and white.

History of the breed Poodle Large (Royal)

Poodles appeared in Europe about 400 years ago, when their versatile skills were used in hunting, battles and circuses. But their exact origins and ancestry are unknown.

Advantages - why get a Poodle Large (Royal)

The Large (Royal) Poodle is very intelligent and easy to train, making it an excellent companion for families and individuals. Its hypoallergenic coat makes it suitable for people with allergies and its coat styling offers a variety of styling options. Poodles are known for their loyalty and love to be in the company of people and this makes them great family dogs. Their high energy levels and playfulness make them ideal for active owners who engage in long walks, running or dog sports. They are also versatile and can be used in a variety of dog disciplines including agility, obedience and even as working dogs.

Disadvantages - why not get a Poodle Large (Royal)

The Large (Royal) Poodle requires considerable coat care and this includes regular clipping and combing to prevent matting. They have high energy levels so need a lot of physical and mental stimulation, which can be challenging for owners with less active lifestyles. Poodles can be prone to certain health problems - such as hip dysplasia and various hereditary diseases. Their high intelligence also means they can get bored quickly if they are not kept busy enough and this can lead to destructive behaviour.