With their usual poofy haircuts and association with French fashionistas, Poodles have an unfair reputation for being more flamboyant than fun. While they aren't short on pride, the Poodle is actually ...

The fascinating history of the Standard Poodle takes us back to its roots as a skilled water retriever in Germany during the Middle Ages! The breed's name, "Pudel" or "Pudelhund," originates from the ...

Despite the breed’s fancy looks, the poodle actually originated as a working dog. They were bred in Germany as water retrievers to work alongside duck hunters. Their name comes from pudelhund – pudel ...

Poodles have a fascinating history that's full of surprises. Originally bred in Germany as waterfowl hunters, poodles were later standardized as a breed in France. The origin of the poodle as a ...

Unmistakable is the note of polite consternation that colours Aleks Wasowska’s response to my question about her dogs’ obedience. Those in question — 3½-year-old silver bitch L’Eau and 2½-year-old ...