Category: Poodle

The most important thing to remember is to never let your poodle consume human food! You may even have seen some poodle owners attempting to feed their pets human food by giving them turkey. This is not the way to go and should never be done. Poodles are not vegetarians, so you must choose a…

Aside from enforcing your house rules, there are some simple methods you can try to keep your dog from using the bathroom indoors. You can create a toilet corner in the house or use a pooper scooper to encourage your dog to relieve himself outdoors. To encourage your poodle to toilet outside, you can reward…

Poodles can be susceptible to ear infections. While a dog may not show obvious symptoms, this condition can have negative consequences, such as a loss of hearing or balance. A vet may perform allergy or blood tests to determine the root cause of the condition. In addition to checking your pup for symptoms, a vet…

If your dog has a bad allergic reaction, you may think about giving it Benadryl. This brand name antihistamine can relieve itching, swelling, and nausea. However, you should know the risks and side-effects of this drug. Here’s a quick guide to Benadryl for your dog. Make sure to talk to your veterinarian first to determine…

How short can I trim my poodle? You should start by considering the shape of your dog. The body shape of a poodle can be easily trimmed to create a more manageable size. When determining the proper length, keep in mind to maintain the proportions of the face, tail, feet and tail tips. These are…

How many commands can a standard puddle know? That’s the question many owners ask. But a poodle doesn’t just learn these commands. It also learns how to behave under certain conditions. For instance, staying is a command that reinforces safety. The laying down command is used to train your poodle puppy to relax and get…

There are many factors to consider when traveling with your pet. Airlines may not allow you to take your pet, but they all have some general guidelines. Make sure you have the proper food and water and that your pet is securely crated during transit. Read airline reviews to determine whether they will allow pets,…

There are no hypoallergenic dogs. However, there are a few precautions a person with dog allergies should take before getting a poodle. First, get tested. There is no such thing as a hypoallergenic dog. Next, be sure to purchase your poodle from a responsible breeder. This article will discuss these precautions in more detail. Hopefully,…

Allergies to poodles are less common than to other breeds of dogs, but you should be aware that there are ways to minimize your symptoms. First, if you are allergic to pollen, watch the weather channel for the pollen count in your area. Pollen counts can tell you if you are suffering from hay fever…

While a poodle may have the largest paw, a standard breed is still small enough to fit into an apartment. This is a good size for a first apartment and will allow you to be flexible in its needs. Standard poodles do best in smaller apartments because they’re less energetic and can be more tame.…