• Is the Poodle the right dog for me?

Think about your lifestyle, your household, the financial commitment both at purchase and throughout the Poodle’s life, feeding, grooming, exercise, and training. Which is the right size and age of Poodle for you? See the Characteristics page. Remember – only a quality, pure bred Poodle from a reputable breeder will have all the main characteristics of the breed.

• What do you want to do with your Poodle?

Do you want your Poodle to be a personal and household companion only or do you also want her to be a show dog, an obedience or agility dog, a farm dog, or other performance dog eg Dances with Dogs? See the About Poodles tab. What steps do you have to take to achieve your goals?

• How do you choose your pup, assess the quality and well-being of puppies, and assess the pup’s readiness to leave its breeder?