The Standard Poodle is a little different from the miniature and the toy poodle.The Standard Poodle has been around since the 13th century and it comes from France. It was used as a gun dog in Germany and retrieved waterfowl in France. After that it was used in the circus.
The Poodle can come in colors of white, cream, brown, apricot, black, silver, and blue. They can get up to 15-24 inches. They are very good watchdogs but can be fun and sometimes sensitive. These dogs do not have to exercise often but still will need it.
The Poodle needs to be groomed regularly. Many Poodles have the lion cut.
The Poodle can bloat, and can have eye problems, and hip dysplasia.