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There are three sizes of poodles: '''Standard''', the original breed, ranging from 15-24 inches high, '''Miniature''', ranging from 11-15 inches high, and the '''Toy''', ranging from 8-10 inches high. The Standard and Miniature Poodles are placed in the Non-Sporting Group of the [[American Kennel Club|AKC]], and the Toy Poodle is placed in the Toy Group.

There are three sizes of poodles: '''Standard''', the original breed, ranging from 15-24 inches high, '''Miniature''', ranging from 11-15 inches high, and the '''Toy''', ranging from 8-10 inches high. The Standard and Miniature Poodles are placed in the Non-Sporting Group of the [[American Kennel Club|AKC]], and the Toy Poodle is placed in the Toy Group.

Poodles have a curly, single-layer coat that does not shed, making them suitable for people who are allergic to dogs. They are renowned for their intelligence, being able to know all sorts of tricks.

Poodles have a curly, single-layer coat that does not shed, making them suitable for people who are allergic to dogs. They are renowned for their intelligence, being able to know all sorts of tricks.  They are the second smartest dog breed (by debatable standards), after Border Collies, even before German Shepherds in 3rd place.

[[Category: Dog Breeds]]

[[Category: Dog Breeds]]