Poodle

Poodle

Pudel
Poodle

The Poodle is among the most intelligent breeds, available in Toy, Miniature and Standard sizes. Its curly coat needs regular grooming. Excellent for families and people with allergies.

📊 Characteristics

Size
Small (5–15 kg)
Energy
🏃 Very active — intense daily exercise
Coat
Curly — regular grooming
Life expectancy
12–15 years
Care level
🔴 High — experienced owners
FCI group
Group 9

📈 Breed profile

Energy
78
Size
32
Coat care
98
Sociability
84
Trainability
74

Orientative rating (0-100) based on the breed’s general characteristics. Every dog is unique: its real energy, temperament and care needs may vary.

⚕️ Health — most common risks

⚠️
Patellar luxation
⚠️
Eye conditions

This information is orientative. Always consult your vet for preventive monitoring.

💉 Recommended vaccination

💉 DHPPi (Distemper, Parvo, Hepatitis)Every 3 years
💉 RabiesYearly or every 3 years by country
💉 LeptospirosisYearly (high exposure)
💉 Bordetella (kennel cough)Yearly if boarding

Orientative schedule. Your vet will adapt the calendar to the geographic area and lifestyle of your Poodle.

💰 Estimated monthly cost

🥩 Food
~40
🩺 Vet
~18
🧸 Accessories
~12
📊 Total / month
~70

General estimate for Spain. It varies depending on food brand, city, pet insurance and lifestyle. It does not include extraordinary expenses.

📅 Life stages of the Poodle

🍼
Puppy0 – 12 months
  • ·Initial vaccination schedule (8, 12 and 16 weeks)
  • ·Socialisation with people, dogs and new environments
  • ·No going outside until vaccinations are complete
  • ·Puppy food suited to its size
🦴
Young adult1 – 3 years
  • ·Energy peak — needs consistent daily exercise
  • ·Basic training well established (sit, stay, recall)
  • ·Decide on neutering with your vet
  • ·Switch to adult food
🐕
Adult3 – 9 years
  • ·Stable routine of walks and feeding
  • ·Weight control (obesity affects the joints)
  • ·Annual vet check-up + vaccination reminders
  • ·Watch for early signs of common breed conditions
👴
Senior9+ years
  • ·Adapt exercise: more walks, less intense
  • ·Senior diet (fewer calories, more antioxidants)
  • ·Check-ups every 6 months + annual blood work
  • ·Orthopaedic beds if there is arthrosis

🔍 Similar breeds

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Small · 12–15 years
🐕
West Highland White Terrier
Small · 12–16 years
French Bulldog
French Bulldog
Small · 10–12 years
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