Poodle care!
Poodles are smart and playfull!
Spaying or nuetering your female before the first heat can prevent breast cancer and urine infections while doing the same
for males before the age of four can prevent testicular cancer,curb aggression and help maintain a healthy prostate.
Don't forget to take your little buddy to the vet!
Pet's are so much like people when it comes to care and can always use a check-up.Please keep your dog/puppy current on all vaccinations as different dogs and different locations all effect the type of vaccinations needed to keep your pet at optimum health!
Some reccommend giving your dog biscuits and treats that help care for thier teeth.
The best foods for poodles are a dry dog food with meat being the first ingredient,this can be mixed with moist food or canned food but be sure to have enough dry food to prevent tarter build up.try to pick food with nutritional value with a balance of protein, carbs, fats, fiber, vitamins and minerals.
Although more active indoors make sure you give your pet time to romp around outside and if possible take them on walks daily.
try to socialize your pet at a young age or he/she may become timid or high-strung, this will also help prevent behavioral problems.Be sure to train your poodle gently they respond much better to this than harsher training methods.
when bathing your poodle use a mild shampoo,also make sure the coat is clipped every three months this is best done by a professional.
Take your pup to the vet ask your vet to pluck the hair from inside the ears,when cleaning a dogs ears use a dog ear cleaning solution and a cotton ball.
Poodles have HAIR instead of fur so they are great for people with fur allergies.
Poodles love people But, can sometimes be shy. So introduce them to social situations at a young age.
In general poodles excel at learning tricks and like to retrieve things.
These dogs may bark alot but this can be avoided with trainging and lots of toys for stimulation they also need regular excersize. Be cautious when introducing children to a poodle as they do not like to be teased and may snap at kids if they do this.
Poodles have genetic tendencies toward runny eyes, cataracts, Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA), ear infections, digestive disorders, heart problems, allergies, skin disorders, slipped stifle, diabetes and epilepsy BUT,proper care and check ups can help you and your pup avoid these dilemas.
