Poodle Wiki – Weight, Size, Temperament and Training

The Poodle is a beloved dog breed known for its active, intelligent, trainable temperament and curly, dense coat. Classified as a non-sporting breed, the Poodle is a medium/large dog with an average weight of 45-70 pounds and a height of 15-21 inches.

This breed typically has a 10-18 year life span and requires high amount of exercise per day. As for grooming needs, the Poodle has high grooming requirements.

In this guide, we’ll take a closer look at the Poodle’s personality traits, exercise and grooming needs, as well as common health issues associated with the breed.

Poodle Breed Information

Breed Group: non-sporting

Average Weight (lbs): 45-70

Average Height (in): 15-21

Life Expectancy (years): 10-18

Daily Sleep: 12-14 hours

Size: medium/large

Poodle Appearance

Coat Type: curly, dense

Coat Colors: black, white, brown, gray, apricot, cream, red, blue, silver

Size: medium/large

Poodle Temperament and Personality

Temperament: active, intelligent, trainable

Trainability: highly trainable, eager to please, responds well to praise

Exercise Needs: high

Grooming Needs: high

Poodle Health

Common Health Issues: hip dysplasia, progressive retinal atrophy, bloat

To learn more about this breed, visit our Dog Breeds category.