Poodle

The Poodle is a breed of dog, and is regarded as one of the most intelligent breeds of dog.[1] The poodle breed is found in small, medium, and large sizes, and in many coat colors. Originally bred as a type of water dog, the poodle is skillful in many dog sports, including agility, obedience, tracking, and even herding. Poodles are elegant in the conformation ring, having taken top honors in many shows, including Best in Show (BIS) at the Westminster Kennel Club show in 2002 and BIS at the World Dog Show in 2007.
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1 History
2 Characteristics
2.1 Appearance
2.1.1 Poodle sizes
2.1.2 Coat
2.1.3 Show clips
2.1.3.1 Second Puppy
2.1.3.2 Continental clip
2.1.3.3 English Saddle clip
2.1.4 Pet clips
2.1.5 Corded coat
2.2 Temperament
3 Health
3.1 Addison's Disease
3.2 Gastric dilatation volvulus
3.3 Longevity and causes of death
3.4 Common illnesses
4 Poodle Mixes
5 Hypoallergenic qualities
6 Famous poodles
7 Notes
8 References
9 External links