Poodle AKC Standard

Oct 27,2023
3Min

The main difference between Poodles is the difference in size. They look particularly cute, giving people a lively and cheerful impression and a pleasant mood. Nowadays, most families regard poodles as a small member of the family. They can not only cultivate the relationship between adults and puppies, but also serve as companions for children as they grow up.

【Appearance Standard of Poodle】

For standard, mini, and toy poodles, the standards for all indicators are the same, except for height.

【Appearance, posture and status】

The Poodle is a very active, alert and elegant dog breed. It has good body proportions and vigorous movements, showing a confident posture. After traditional trimming and careful grooming, the Poodle will show its innate unique and noble temperament.

[Size, proportion, body shape]

Standard: Over 15 inches (38 cm) tall at the withers. Any Standard Poodle 15 inches or less at the withers will be eliminated from competition.

Miniature: 15 inches (38 cm) or less and more than 10 inches (25 cm) high at the withers. Any miniature poodle over 15 inches or less than 10 inches will be eliminated from competition.

Toy: 10 inches (25 cm) or less at the withers. Any Toy Poodle over 10 inches will be eliminated from competition.

The body should be well proportioned and the proportions should be satisfactory such that the length from the sternum to the point of the tail is approximately the same as the height from the highest point of the shoulders to the ground. The bones and muscles of the front and rear legs should be in proportion to the dog's body.

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