Exceptional intelligence ranking within the top five dog breeds
Low-shedding, allergy-friendly single-layer curly coat
Highly trainable and versatile across dog sports and activities
Gentle and patient with children, forming strong family bonds
Requires regular professional grooming every 6-8 weeks
Needs substantial daily mental and physical stimulation to prevent boredom
Toy Poodle variety is fragile and requires careful handling with children
Prone to bloat in Standard size; vigilance and preventive feeding practices essential