Poodles

Poodles are well known for their good looks and high intelligence, but potential owners should be warned that poodle grooming can be a time-consuming process. The author shares his solid understanding of poodles in this book, and provides information on purchasing, exercising, grooming, training, feeding, and health care.

Preface

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Poodles: An Introduction

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Derivation of the Name

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The Origin of the Poodle Clip

6

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Poodles' Functions

7

(1)

Adaptability

8

(1)

Beautiful and Elegant

9

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The Real Dog Inside the Perceived Poodle

10

(1)

Disposition

10

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Intelligence

11

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The Perfect Dog?

11

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Advice for Potential Poodle Owners

13

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The American Kennel Club Standard for the Poodle

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Understanding Poodles

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Characteristic Poodle Behavior

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Poodles as Pets

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(1)

Poodles as Show Dogs

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Poodles in Obedience Work

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Poodles as Retrievers

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(1)

Other Poodle Contributions

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Sharing Your Home with a Poodle

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Poodles' Coats

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(1)

Smart Dogs Need Smart Owners

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Poodles and Children

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Poodles and the Elderly

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Poodles and Other Pets

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Keep the Poodle a Real/Dog

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Caring for Your Poodle

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Housing a Poodle

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The Poodle and Exercise

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How-To: Traveling by Air with Your Poodle

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Traveling by Automobile

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Leaving Your Poodle Home

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Less than Obvious Needs

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Before You Buy a Poodle

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Making the Right Decision

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Selecting a Puppy

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Your Poodle's Documentation

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Christmas Puppies

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Bringing Your Poodle Home

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Be Prepared

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The Trip Home

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Introducing the Pup to Its New Home

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How-To: Poodle-Proof Your Home

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Helping Your Poodle Adjust

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First Night Blues

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Starting Your Poodle Off Right

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Feeding

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Balance Is Everything

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Special Poodle Feeding Considerations

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Building Blocks of Good Canine Nutrition

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Commercial Dog Foods

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Types of Dog Foods

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Table Scraps

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Homemade Diets

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Treats

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Feeding Young Poodles (Under One Year Old)

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Feeding Adult Poodles (Over One Year Old)

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Feeding Older Poodles (Eight Years Old and Older)

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Training

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Your Poodle and Pack Behavior

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Using Pack Behavior to Make Training Easier

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Understanding Training Concepts

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Housebreaking

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When to Begin Training

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Training Equipment for Your Puppy

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Some Additional Training Hints

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The Five Basic Commands

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Obedience Classes

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Grooming

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An Overview

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Before You Start

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Professional Groomers

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Poodle Grooming Tools

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Bathing

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Poodle Clips

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Groom Early and Often

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Indirect Factors Affecting Grooming

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Medical Care

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Keeping Your Poodle in Good Health

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The Health Team Concept

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Preventive Care

76

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Parasites

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