Se c'è un cane che è diventato famoso per il suo taglio di capelli oltraggioso, deve essere il barboncino. Mentre la razza è stata vista in una varietà di stili di toelettatura, lo "Standard Poodle Haircut" - che presenta pompon su piedi, coda, petto, testa e orecchie - è forse il più noto. C'è un motivo per cui questo taglio di capelli è così popolare e siamo entusiasti di raccontarti tutto al riguardo, insieme a una miriade di altre informazioni, quindi continua a leggere.
Quando parliamo di razze che sono le migliori per particolari gruppi di età o personalità, i barboncini sembrano sempre farsi strada nella lista, indipendentemente dalla fascia demografica. Sono cani straordinariamente intelligenti, gentili e affettuosi e si sono dimostrati compagni fantastici per bambini, coppie, famiglie, adolescenti e anziani. Vanno d'accordo anche con altri animali.
I barboncini si adattano bene a vivere in piccoli spazi ma si comportano altrettanto bene in grandi case. In definitiva, la cosa più importante è che i loro genitori animali domestici siano in grado di trascorrere più tempo con il loro cane, poiché hanno la tendenza a sentirsi soli. Inoltre, a causa della loro intelligenza e dell'amore per gli scherzi, questa razza prospera davvero con un ciclo di addestramento all'obbedienza. Rispondono molto bene a questo tipo di formazione e seguire le lezioni può essere un processo gratificante sia per il cane che per i genitori.
I barboncini sono disponibili in tre dimensioni:giocattolo, miniatura e standard, con quest'ultima la varietà più antica e più grande. Toy poodles weigh an average of nine pounds, Miniatures weigh 11 pounds, and standard poodles weigh 45 to 70 pounds. Their life expectancy is between 12 and 15 years.
While we often think of poodles as prim and proper, it’s important to note that this breed — while regal looking — are very hard-working. In fact, they are historically known to be water retrievers with duck being their prey of choice.
Originally from Germany, the name “Poodle” comes from the German word, pudel, which translates literally to “splash in the water” (anyone thinking of puddles?). On that note, let’s talk about that funny haircut they always seem to be sporting, which was born out of necessity way back in the 17 century. The poodle’s coat becomes excessively heavy when wet, but their pom-pom hairdo solves the problem by removing excess fur while keeping fur in places that require protection and warmth (such as their joints and head).
Though their exact lineage is still under debate, we can tell you that poodles originated in Germany over 400 years ago and were eventually developed by the French into the modern varieties we know today. Throughout history, they’ve served not only as water retrievers, but also truffle mushroom hunters, circus dogs, and even royal companions. King Louis XVI was especially enamored with toy poodles during his 18 century reign, as was his spouse, Marie Antoinette.
The American Kennel Club formally recognized them as a breed in 1887. The miniature is the most popular, but all three sizes are definitely American favorites.
Some common health concerns among poodles include Addison’s disease and Cushing’s disease, both of which affect the adrenal glands (releasing either too much or too little cortisol). They are also prone to developing hypothyroidism, which is when the body produces very low levels of the thyroid hormone. This can result in weight gain, hair loss, and general discomfort. Toy and miniature poodles, specifically, may develop issues that other small dogs commonly do, including kneecap dislocation, breathing difficulty, and dental issues due to crowding teeth. Luckily, these chronic conditions can be covered by pet health insurance, provided you enroll your pup before symptoms show.
Regardless of size, poodles require consistent grooming, so make sure this is something you’re able to keep up with if you decide to adopt one into your family.
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