Poodles are often portrayed in popular culture as delicate dogs;
in fact it may surprise you to see the size of a full grown
standard poodle. While there are toy and miniature versions of
this breed, the Standard poodle puppies will grow into quite
large dogs. In fact they fall into the large dog category and
can weigh up to 70 pounds.
This is certainly no lap dog, though your dog might think otherwise.
This is a great family dog and will do very well in a household of
people. There are a few things you need to think about before you
bring home Standard poodle puppies.
Grooming
Before you even think about buying Standard poodle puppies you
should be aware that these dogs need a lot of grooming care. These
dogs don’t really shed and are a great choice for people with
allergies. However to keep a Standard poodle’s coat in good shape
you need to have its coat clipped every 6 to 8 weeks.
Your puppies also need regular baths. This can be a lot of work and
can prove to be quite an expense; if you can’t afford to spend this
much time and money on your dog’s grooming then look for another
breed.
Your Home
While your puppies may not look like it, they will grow into big
dogs. This means they need regular exercise. If your home does not
have a yard then is prepared to take your Standard poodle puppies
for long walks. These dogs do like homes that have a yard, so keep
this in mind when choosing this breed.
Choosing The Right Puppy
When you are choosing Standard poodle puppies you want to choose one
that is healthy above all things. This can be a little hard when you
don’t consider yourself to be a dog expert. How do you know what
exactly constitutes a healthy pup? There are a few guidelines that
you can follow when looking for Standard poodle puppies.
First make sure that you pick up your puppies from a breeder rather
than a pet shop. The advantage of going to a breeder is that you
will be able to look at the parents of your little puppy. It is
important to see the health and temperament of your puppy’s parents.
While it is tempting to spend your visit at the breeders with the
puppies you want to spend more time with the parents.
The behavior of the parents will give you a better idea of what your
poodle will be like when it grows up. Before you make a purchase you
want to read up a little on problems that affect Standard poodles
and make sure that the parents do not have any of these problems.
When you are satisfied that the Standard poodle puppies you are
about to buy come from good parents you should make sure that the
puppy itself is a healthy one. You want to choose a lively puppy
that is not afraid of people. If the puppy you are thinking of
buying is skittish, think again. It may be harder to train and may
not do well in your household.
The coat of your Standard poodle puppies should be healthy. There
should be no sign of fleas, any sore patches, or bald patches. There
should be no black dirt on the belly, this is actually flea
excrement. Your puppy should not be constantly scratching itself.
When you pick up Standard poodle puppies you don’t want to feel the
skin tight on its bones. The skin should feel a little loose when
you touch it. Your puppy should also be nice and plump, but look out
for a puppy with a distended belly. This could mean health problems
like worms.
You should also check that your Standard poodle puppies have nice,
bright eyes. You don’t want to choose a puppy that has red eyes, or
discharge coming out of its eyes. The ears of your puppy should also
be healthy looking, a light pink color is indicative of good health.
The
inside of the ears should not smell and there should be no
discharge. Once you have done all your homework and chosen a good
breeder you should have no problem finding great Standard poodle
puppies.
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