Poodle insurance and breed information
Known for their intelligence and trainability, Poodles are playful and loving family dogs.
At a glance
Around 1 hour of exercise per day
Life expectancy of 11 to 13 years
Large, 20kg to 32kg
Fun-loving, intelligent, active
Around 1 hour of exercise per day
Life expectancy of 11 to 13 years
Large, 20kg to 32kg
Fun-loving, intelligent, active
Poodle – the loyal and mischievous family dog
Poodles are lively and loving, ideal for active and busy households. Clever and playful, Poodles are eager to learn and responsive to training. They bond fast with their family but can be shy around people they don’t know. Poodles come in 3 sizes; standard, miniature and toy.
Are you looking for insurance for your Poodle?
Buying or rehoming a Poodle
As with any dog breed, bringing home a Poodle is a big commitment. If you want a puppy, make sure you buy from a responsible and reputable breeder. You could also adopt your Poodle from a shelter. Before you bring them home, consider the following:
- Make sure your home is safe for your dog and give them a place to sleep in peace
- A crate can be a great safe space for your dog. Learn about crate training and if you decide to do it, buy a crate
- Make sure you have a collar, ID tag, lead, dog bowls, bed and food
- Prepare the rest of your household, especially young children
- Check your garden is secure and that your Poodle can’t escape through fences or bushes
- Poodles are well-known for their cute curly coats. Their hair doesn’t stop growing, so they need trims as well as regular brushing. Read up on grooming routines and techniques
- Poodles love to play, swim and run and need lots of exercise. Games that involve their retriever instincts, such as fetch, are great for Poodles
- Consider pet insurance to help with any unexpected vet costs
Fun fact
The iconic Poodle haircut was originally for function when retrieving waterfowl.
Top 5 health conditions in Poodles
We’ve put together the most common claimed for conditions for Poodles. Data is based on MORE THAN pet insurance customer claim for Standard Poodles only.
Condition | Number of claims | Average paid out |
|---|---|---|
| Vomiting and diarrhoea | 1 | £1,293.59 |
| Kidney/renal disease | 1 | £717.92 |
| Heart disease | 1 | £749.07 |
| Epilepsy/fitting/seizure | 1 | £247.96 |
| Disc problems | 1 | £6,738.05 |
Common health issues and problems in Poodles
Poodles are considered a healthy breed, but there are some health conditions they can be prone to.
Some are due to genetics and commonalities within the breed. The following gives you a list of ailments and symptoms to look out for.
Click on the hotspots to find out more about the Poodle’s most common health issues. Information provided by our in-house vet team (November 2023).
How are premiums likely to grow for older Poodles?
As Poodles age, they may become more susceptible to certain health conditions. These include conditions common in the breed or associated with aging in general. Older Poodles may require more specialised and expensive treatments.
As your Poodle gets older, they a more likely to need veterinary care and medication. This results in higher insurance premiums.
Poodle temperament and family friendliness
Due to their lively and loving nature, Poodles are well known for being good family pets. Their eagerness to please and learn can mean great fun for all the family. Especially when learning new tricks and commands!
Teach children how to interact with a dog safely before bringing home your Poodle.
Family friendly
- Intelligent
- Affectionate
- Fun-loving
- Faithful
