๐Ÿฉ

Poodle Walking & Care Guide

Don't let the haircut fool you โ€” Poodles are serious athletes

Exercise

60โ€“90 (Standard), 30โ€“45 (Miniature/Toy) min/day

Intensity

high

Weight

4โ€“70 lbs (varies by size)

Lifespan

12โ€“15 years

Poodles are among the most athletic and intelligent breeds. Standard Poodles need vigorous daily exercise, while Miniature and Toy Poodles need less but still more than most owners expect. Their hypoallergenic coat requires strict grooming schedules.

IntelligentActiveProudEager to learnAthletic

How much exercise does a Poodle need?

2 walks per day with mental stimulation

Poodles excel at structured walks with training commands mixed in. They get bored with repetitive routes, so use GPS tracking to vary your paths and discover new areas.

Feeding your Poodle

2 meals per day

Generally not overeaters, but Toy Poodles can be picky. Logging meals helps establish consistent feeding patterns.

Grooming schedule

Professional grooming every 4โ€“6 weeks, daily brushing

Their coat never stops growing. Missing a grooming appointment leads to painful matting. Recurring reminders in DogApp are essential.

Health concerns to watch for

โš Progressive retinal atrophy
โš Hip dysplasia (Standard)
โš Patellar luxation (Miniature/Toy)
โš Addison's disease
โš Bloat (Standard)

Recommended vet schedule: Annual exam, eye checks every 6 months

How DogApp helps Poodle owners

Three features that matter most for this breed:

Grooming reminders

Never miss a grooming appointment โ€” matted Poodle coats are painful and expensive to fix

Route variety tracking

Use GPS heatmaps to make sure you're varying routes โ€” Poodles need mental stimulation

Training logging

Track training sessions to keep your Poodle's sharp mind engaged

Poodle is best for

Allergy sufferersActive familiesOwners who enjoy training

Track your Poodle's walks, meals, and vet visits

Free to download. No account needed. Set up your Poodle's profile in 30 seconds.

Download DogApp for Free