Don’t be fooled by their fluffy exteriors. Poodles are actually among the smartest dog breeds.
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Did you know that? How much do you really know about the poodle?
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Here are some more fascinating poodle facts:
- Their German name is “Pudelhund,” which roughly translates to “dog that likes to jump in puddles.”
- Their outer layer is made of hair, not fur.
- Like many humans, they get anxious when left alone for too long.
- While they are classified as gun dogs, they are rarely used for hunting these days.
- The poodle was used to save other breeds, including the schnauzer and Bichon, from extinction.