S'il y a un chien qui est devenu célèbre pour sa coupe de cheveux scandaleuse, c'est bien le caniche. Bien que la race ait été vue dans une variété de styles de toilettage, la "coupe de cheveux de caniche standard" - qui comporte des pompons sur les pieds, la queue, la poitrine, la tête et les oreilles - est peut-être la plus connue. Il y a une raison pour laquelle cette coupe de cheveux est si populaire et nous sommes ravis de vous en parler, ainsi que de nombreuses autres informations, alors continuez à lire.
Personnalité de la race et description physique
Lorsque nous parlons de races qui conviennent le mieux à des groupes d'âge ou à des personnalités particulières, les caniches semblent toujours se frayer un chemin sur la liste, peu importe la démographie. Ce sont des chiens remarquablement intelligents, doux et affectueux, et ils se sont avérés des compagnons fantastiques pour les enfants, les couples, les familles, les adolescents et les personnes âgées. Ils s'entendent même bien avec les autres animaux.
Les caniches s'adaptent bien à la vie dans de petits espaces, mais se débrouillent tout aussi bien dans de grandes maisons. Ce qui est finalement le plus important, c'est que leurs parents puissent passer plus de temps avec leur chien, car ils ont tendance à se sentir seuls. De plus, en raison de leur intelligence et de leur amour pour les gaffes, cette race prospère vraiment avec une série de formations d'obéissance. Ils réagissent très bien à ce type de formation, et suivre des cours peut être un processus enrichissant à la fois pour le chien et pour le parent.
Les caniches sont disponibles en trois tailles - Toy, Miniature et Standard - cette dernière étant la variété la plus ancienne et la plus grande. Les caniches jouets pèsent en moyenne neuf livres, les miniatures pèsent 11 livres et les caniches standard pèsent entre 45 et 70 livres. Leur espérance de vie est comprise entre 12 et 15 ans.
Breed History
While we often think of poodles as prim and proper, it’s important to note that this breed — while regal looking — are very hard-working. In fact, they are historically known to be water retrievers with duck being their prey of choice.
Originally from Germany, the name “Poodle” comes from the German word, pudel, which translates literally to “splash in the water” (anyone thinking of puddles?). On that note, let’s talk about that funny haircut they always seem to be sporting, which was born out of necessity way back in the 17 century. The poodle’s coat becomes excessively heavy when wet, but their pom-pom hairdo solves the problem by removing excess fur while keeping fur in places that require protection and warmth (such as their joints and head).
Though their exact lineage is still under debate, we can tell you that poodles originated in Germany over 400 years ago and were eventually developed by the French into the modern varieties we know today. Throughout history, they’ve served not only as water retrievers, but also truffle mushroom hunters, circus dogs, and even royal companions. King Louis XVI was especially enamored with toy poodles during his 18 century reign, as was his spouse, Marie Antoinette.
The American Kennel Club formally recognized them as a breed in 1887. The miniature is the most popular, but all three sizes are definitely American favorites.
Common Health Issues
Some common health concerns among poodles include Addison’s disease and Cushing’s disease, both of which affect the adrenal glands (releasing either too much or too little cortisol). They are also prone to developing hypothyroidism, which is when the body produces very low levels of the thyroid hormone. This can result in weight gain, hair loss, and general discomfort. Toy and miniature poodles, specifically, may develop issues that other small dogs commonly do, including kneecap dislocation, breathing difficulty, and dental issues due to crowding teeth. Luckily, these chronic conditions can be covered by pet health insurance, provided you enroll your pup before symptoms show.
Regardless of size, poodles require consistent grooming, so make sure this is something you’re able to keep up with if you decide to adopt one into your family.
Fun Facts
- Back in 18 century France, royals would give their toy poodles ornate haircuts and carry them around like trophies similar to the way some people carry around their miniature dogs today.
- We told you the poodle was super smart, but did you know it ranks as one of the smartest dog breeds right up there with German Shepherds and collies?
- Lots of notable celebrities have been poodle owners over the years, including Walt Disney, Elvis, Picasso, and Elizabeth Taylor.
Are you the proud pet parent of a perfect poodle? We’d love for you to share a picture of your fluffy doggo with us on Instagram by tagging #gohealthypaws. Et si vous n'êtes pas déjà propriétaire d'un animal de compagnie chez nous, envisagez d'obtenir un devis gratuit to help safeguard not just your lovable pup, but your wallet too.
