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owning a poodle is like having a fancy
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little companion who can also be your
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therapist workout buddy and sometimes
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your personal stylist but before you
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rush to the nearest breeder let's break
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down the 12 pros and cons of having one
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of these curly-haired Kines pros of
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owning a poodle intelligence first off
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poodles are incredibly smart we're
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talking about a breed that could
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probably teach itself to read if it had
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thumbs they learn commands faster than
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you can say fetch which means training
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them is less of a chore and more of a
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fun game just don't be surprised if they
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start outsmarting you there's a reason
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they're often seen in dog shows
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hypoallergenic coats for those of us who
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sneeze at the thought of pet dander
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poodles come to the rescue with their
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hypoallergenic coats their curly fur
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traps dander and hair so they shed less
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than your average dog it's like having a
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pet that doubles as an air purifier who
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knew you could have clean air and a
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furry friend at the same time versatile
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sizes whether you live in a mansion or a
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cozy studio apartment there's a poodle
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for you they come in standard miniature
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and toy sizes it's like choosing between
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different coffee sizes at your favorite
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Cafe just pick the one that fits your
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lifestyle athleticism if you're looking
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for an exercise buddy who won't bail on
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you after the first mile poodles are
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your dogs they're energetic and love to
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play fetch go for runs or even join you
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for yoga though I can't guarantee they
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won't steal your mat they'll keep you
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active and remind you that couch potato
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option affectionate nature these dogs
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are known for their loving personalities
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they thrive on human interaction and
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will shower you with affection when you
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need it most just be prepared for some
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serious cuddling sessions once they're
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in your lap good luck getting them to
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move long lifespan poodles generally
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live longer than many other breeds often
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reaching 12 to 15 years or more so when
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you bring one home you're not just
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getting a pet you're signing up for a
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long-term relationship filled with love
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and laughter cons of owning a poodle
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high maintenance grooming here's where
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things get real poodles require regular
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grooming to keep their coats looking
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fabulous you'll be spending time
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brushing them out and scheduling trips
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to the groomer more often than you'd
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like it's like having another child but
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without the college fund separation
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anxiety these pups love their humans so
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much that they can become anxious when
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left alone for too long if you work long
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hours or travel frequently be prepared
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for some serious puppy drama when you
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leave the house than sad eyes and
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size and energy levels while their
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energy is great for keeping you active
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it can also lead to chaos if not managed
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properly a board poodle is like a
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toddler with too much sugar they'll find
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something to destroy just to entertain
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themselves health issues like many
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breeds poodles can be prone to certain
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health problems such as hip dysplasia
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and eye issues so while they might look
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glamorous on the outside underneath that
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fluff is a potential Health mine field
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that requires regular vet visits vocal
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Tendencies if you're looking for a quiet
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companion think again poodles can be
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quite vocal barking at anything that
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moves or makes noise outside your window
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you might end up with a dog that thinks
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it's the neighborhood watch complete
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with its own barking alerts
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socialization needs finally poodles need
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proper socialization from an early age
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to prevent them from becoming overly
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reserved or skittish around strangers
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without this crucial step you might find
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yourself with a dog that acts like it's
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auditioning for a role in the dog who
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cried wolf in conclusion owning a poodle
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can be one of life's great Joys or it
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can feel like adopting a high
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maintenance Diva who needs constant
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attention and grooming these dogs are
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intelligent affectionate companions who
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bring joy and laughter into our lives
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but also require commitment and care so
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if you're ready for the challenge and
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the joy of owning one of these
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delightful creatures go ahead just
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remember with great fluff comes great
