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A poodle is a companionable pet to have. A pure poodle breed is also less likely to have health problems than a cross-breed where certain weaknesses have been in-bred. Take the German shepherd or Alsatian dog for example – because breeding was used to strengthen only certain characteristics while ignoring others, the Alsatian has come to be the current standard dog which is prone to knee and hip displacement which can cause the dog considerable pain, especially in its later years. A poodle which has been bread so that innate health difficulties are phased out of the gene pool is more resilient. A purebred poodle is a dog with a stable temperament which will

be a large relief to previous dog owners who have had to battle with their pet’s aggression. Having a dog which attacks innocent people can other animals can be embarrassing in the extreme, not to mention traumatic. Dogs which are socialized at a young age and which are treated well from birth are less likely to be angry and quick to snap. A gentle, loving poodle makes not only a great companion but a great pet to have when small children are around, as its patience will mean that it will not snarl and nip at the child easily. If you have little children, they will delight in a puppy, and the act of buying a family dog is a great way to bring the whole family

Closer, as everyone will probably get involved and have fun playing with and petting the new addition to the family. Little children should be monitored with animals as much as possible, and it is important to teach older children about the importance of treating other living beings with respect and compassion. The lessons which a child learns about being mindful of the feelings of a pet will stay with the child and help him or her treat fellow human beings with similar reverence. When you purchase a poodle which has been bred from the crème de la crème of poodles, you can expect to pay slightly more than you would for an abandoned dog of indeterminate breed.

Although purchasing the more affordable dog which needs a home will make you feel good, so will not having to fork out for as many expensive vet bills, as a taken in stray is likely to need all kind of de-worming and other treatments. Adopting an unwanted dog is still always a viable option for obtaining a friend for you standard or toy poodle, but you would probably do better to obtain a similar dog with a similar temperament. When you have purchased a poodle which has been raised on a good diet which will help to ensure longevity, you will not want to disrupt your new pet’s health by feeding him or her inferior food. Luckily, a novel food-grading resource is available via your poodle breeders’ website. A general list of less than ideal ingredients to avoid will help you to ensure that you feed your pet the best. t

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