Picking A Poodle Puppy Is Easy

Everyone loves puppies, and there's something especially appealing about a poodle puppy. Like most purebred dogs, poodles do have a few medical conditions and disorders that are particular to the poodle breed, so it is important that you have your poodle puppy checked by a veterinarian – before you take delivery of the puppy, if possible.

How to choose the right poodle puppy is a decision that must be based on your head, not your heart. Decide what factors are important to you before you expose yourself to a litter of adorable poodle puppies, all vying for your attention and begging to go home with you.

Some Poodle puppy shoppers like to select the puppy that is the strongest, most aggressive in the litter, while others are drawn to the runt of the litter. But whatever Poodle personality you prefer, choose a dog that walks and trots briskly, without limping. And don't choose a dog that has a discharge around the eyes.
There are a few medical conditions that the Poodle breed seems to be prone too. Reputable Poodle breeders are well aware of these conditions, and will be able to tell you whether your Poodle puppy's parents have any of these conditions. Toy and Miniature Poodles may have conditions such as urolithiasis, trichiasis, cryptorchidism, patella subluxation, and leg and calve perthes. Standard Poodles may have one of these conditions: gastric torsion, Addison's disease, sebaceous adenitis, and cancer. Toy, Miniature, and Standard poodles are susceptible to conditions like hip dysplasia, progressive retinal atrophy, cataracts and other eye disorders, seizures, Von Willebrand's disease, Cushing's disease mammary tumors, hypothyroidism, and epilepsy.

Don’t let these problems prevent you from getting a Poodle puppy. By taking your Poodle puppy to the veterinarian for regular checkups, you can stay on top of any health problems that arise. Your veterinarian will tell you how often your puppy needs to be seen for checkups.
If you've never had a Poodle before, consider the grooming needs of Poodle puppies before you get a puppy. Are you prepared to bathe and clip your Poodle every four to six weeks and brush its hair every day? You can delegate the grooming and clipping to a groomer, but you'll need to do all the brushing yourself.

To keep your dog healthy, don't make any sudden changes to your Poodle puppy's diet. Get a sample of puppy food from the breeder, enough to feed the puppy for a few days, until you can buy some of the same food. Consult your veterinarian about food your puppy should eat as it develops into a grown dog.

A Poodle puppy isn't for everyone. Puppies require a lot of energy and a lot of training. Poodle care costs more during the first year or two than any other time in a dog's life. If you think a puppy might be too much for you to handle, consider getting a Poodle rescue dog. Homeless purebred Poodles – Toys, Miniatures and Standards – are just waiting to be matched with someone who loves Poodles.

The best way to find healthy Poodle puppies is to go to a reputable breeder. Choosing the right breeder is the first step toward knowing how to choose the right Poodle puppy.