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France has been officially recognized as the Poodle’s country of origin, but the Poodle’s earlier ancestors came from central Asia. The German variety has probably influenced the modern breed most (‘Poodle’ is German for ‘splash’ or ‘puddle’). In 18th and 19th century Europe, the Poodle served a wide variety of purposes, including duck hunting, guiding, and later circus performing, from whence the modern grooming style likely arose. The Poodle became a popular pet for the French aristocracy, and in time was officially adopted as the national dog. Poodles were imported to America in the 20th century. They slowly rose in popularity and eventually became the country’s most popular dog. Famous Poodles include author John Steinbeck’s dog Charley, subject of the book ‘Travels with Charley: In Search of America’, and Weird Al’s Poodle Bela, who…uhm… sat on his head for the album cover of ‘Poodle Hat.’ Full-grown, they typically weigh 60-80 pounds and stand 16-22 inches tall.

Sheepadoodles are generally excellent with children of all ages. The Standard Poodle gets along well with other animals, other dogs, and children. Standard Poodles are highly adaptable and make good watchdogs. They're relatively quiet and don't bark much.

The Standard Poodle requires substantial amounts of exercise. Standard Poodles require long walks and outdoor activities such as swimming or playing catch. The Standard Poodle is fond of retrieving, as it has origins as a hunting dog. Overall, their exercise needs are high.

The Standard Poodle has a distinctive fine, frizzy, wooly coat similar in texture to sheep’s wool. Solid white is most common, but the coat may also be solid grey, brown, apricot, or black. There are three distinct grooming styles for show Poodles: puppy clip, continental clip, and English saddle clip. Grooming-wise, this breed is moderate.

Sheepadoodles are best suited for apartments and smaller homes. They are moderately trainable with consistent effort.

The English Goldendoodle is a popular hybrid dog breed that is a cross between an English Golden Retriever and a Poodle. They are also often used as therapy dogs due to their gentle and affectionate nature. Full-grown, they typically weigh 25-55 pounds and stand 14-24 inches tall.

English Goldendoodles are generally excellent with children of all ages. English Goldendoodles may be well-suited for individuals or families who have an active lifestyle and can provide regular exercise and socialization opportunities. They're moderate barkers — they'll alert you when something's up but aren't excessive.

The English Goldendoodle is an active and social dog that requires daily exercise and human interaction to stay happy and healthy. English Goldendoodles enjoy spending time with their families and participating in a variety of activities, such as walks, hikes, runs, and playtime in the yard. They are also known for their love of water and may enjoy swimming and playing in lakes or pools. Overall, their exercise needs are high.

The English Goldendoodle's coat is typically wavy or curly, depending on the genes inherited from their Poodle parent. The coat is typically low-shedding and hypoallergenic, making it a great option for individuals with allergies. Grooming-wise, this breed is high-maintenance. English Goldendoodles are considered hypoallergenic, which can be a plus for allergy sufferers.

English Goldendoodles are best suited for apartments and smaller homes. The English Goldendoodle may adapt well to apartment living, but it's important to keep in mind that this breed is active and requires regular exercise to maintain good health and behavior. They are highly trainable and eager to learn.