Poodle (Standard)
A low-shedding sporting dog whose coat and cleverness both need a schedule. The weight, exercise, and yearly cost figures below are ranges for a typical healthy adult. A licensed veterinarian who has examined your animal still has to confirm the plan.
Researched & Compiled by the PetAuthority Editorial Team
Clinical Data Sources: ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center & Merck Veterinary Manual
These pages describe clinical possibilities and a Green, Yellow, or Red triage path. They do not diagnose an individual animal or replace an examination by a licensed veterinarian. Read the editorial standards.
Quick facts
| Weight | 45–70 lb (20.4–31.8 kg) |
|---|---|
| Lifespan | 12–15 years |
| Grooming | 5 of 5 |
| Energy | 4 of 5 |
| Apartment | Suitable for many apartments |
Which kennel clubs recognize this breed?
The American Kennel Club in the United States, The Kennel Club in the United Kingdom, and the Australian National Kennel Council publish a conformation standard for this breed. Those standards describe appearance and typical temperament. They do not predict an individual dog's health, and a veterinarian still has to examine your dog.
Daily calorie and portion estimation
A typical adult Poodle (Standard) starts near 1,250 kcal/day, with about 60 minutes of steady daily activity. Enter the current weight in pounds (kilograms) in the calculator, because a lean animal and an overweight animal do not share the same portion.
Feed a measured adult diet and book grooming before the coat mats to the skin. Matted hair can hide ear and skin disease; measure meals in ounces (grams), and keep treats near ten percent of the daily calorie target. Ask a veterinarian before you add supplements or switch to a homemade recipe.
Calculate Poodle (Standard)'s Custom Food Portions →Common health predispositions
Addison's disease
UrgentWatch for: Waxing weakness, vomiting, or collapse during stressCheck this sign in symptom triageHip dysplasia
CommonWatch for: Stiffness after exerciseCheck this sign in symptom triageEar infections
CommonWatch for: Odor or head shaking under heavy ear hairCheck this sign in symptom triageProgressive retinal atrophy
CommonWatch for: Hesitation in dim light that slowly worsensCheck this sign in symptom triage
What should Poodle (Standard) owners ask first?
Owners most often ask about housing, grooming, and which signs cannot wait. The answers below are educational ranges for a typical Poodle (Standard), including weight in pounds (kilograms) and yearly costs in dollars and pounds. They do not diagnose the animal you live with.
Are Standard Poodles hypoallergenic?
They shed little hair, so many allergic people tolerate them better. No dog is allergen-free; saliva and dander still circulate in the home. These points are educational ranges, and a veterinarian who has examined your animal still has to confirm them.
How often should a Standard Poodle be groomed?
Plan a full clip every 4–8 weeks plus brushing several times a week. Skipping months lets mats pull on the skin; these points are educational ranges, and a veterinarian who has examined your animal still has to confirm them. Confirm this before you bring the animal home.