Dog breeds :
Miniature Poodle / Poodle (miniature)
Greyfun´s Drop of Devil, owner: Pia Ahlqvist-Kontunen
General
Placed in the utilitary and companion dog
classification. Dog of harmonious type, of medium proportions, with characteristically
frizzy coat, curly or corded. Appearance of an intelligent animal, constantly alert, active,
harmoniously built and giving an impression of elegance and pride. The Poodle has a light
and springy gait. He must never have a long and flowing gait. Dog reputed for his
faithfulness, willing to learn and being trained, which makes of him a particularly pleasant
companion dog.
Characteristics
That of a very active, intelligent and elegant-appearing dog, squarely built, well
proportioned, moving soundly and carrying himself proudly. Properly clipped in the
traditional fashion and carefully groomed, the Poodle has about him an air of distinction
and dignity peculiar to himself.
Temperament
Carrying himself proudly, very active, intelligent, the Poodle has about him an air of
distinction and dignity peculiar to himself. Major fault: shyness or sharpness.
History
The Miniature and Toy Poodles were probably developed by crossing small
Standard Poodles with Maltese and Havanese to bring down the size. While
the Standard Poodle was first developed as a hunting dog, the Miniature and
Toy varieties were strictly companion dogs, popular in the French court from
the reign of Louis XIV through that of Louis XVI. Miniature and Toy Poodles
appear in many 17th century paintings. These dogs were also popular with
circus performers and clowns from as early as 1700 through the late 1800's.
Poodles were first brought to the United States at the end of the 19th
century, but the breed did not become popular until after World War II. By
the mid '50s, the Poodle was the most popular breed in the United States, a
position held for over 20 years. Today the Poodle is divided into two breeds:
the Standard Poodle, which serves primarily as a gun dog and companion
animal, and the Poodle, composed of the Miniature and Toy varieties, and
which serves primarily as companion breed. The standards of the two breeds
are essentially identical but for size.
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