Poodles are very active, elegant and alert dogs. Their body proportions are perfect, and their powerful movements reflect their confident posture. Through traditional pruning methods and careful grooming, poodles will show noble temperament and innate uniqueness.
[Size, proportion, number]
Standard size: shoulder height exceeds 15 inch (38 cm). No matter which standard poodle's shoulder height is higher or lower than 15 inch, it will be eliminated in the competition.
The body is symmetrical, and the length from sternum to tail is close to the height from the highest point of shoulder to the ground. This size ratio is the most satisfactory.
The bones and muscles on the front and rear legs should be in line with the overall proportion of the dog's body.
[Avatar and Expression]
Eyes are black oval, eyes are very smart, forming the focus of intelligent expression.
Protruding eyes, big eyes or too shallow eyes are the main defects.
Ears: The ears droop close to the head, the roots of the ears are at or below the level of the eyes, the auricles are long and wide, and there are thick hairs on the surface. But the ears should not be too long.
Head: the small head is round and slightly prominent. The bridge of the nose, cheekbones and muscles are smooth, and the length from the occipital bone to the bridge of the nose is the same as the length of the nose and mouth.
Nose and mouth: slender nose and mouth are long and straight, and lips are not drooping. Slightly sunken under the eyes. The mandible is neither too small nor too small, with a clear outline and no tapering. Unclear mandible is the main defect.
Teeth: white teeth are strong and the bite is scissors-shaped.
Protrusion of the lower jaw and upper jaw and irregular tooth shape are serious defects.
[Neck, Dorsal Line, Trunk]
The poodle's neck is well proportioned, slender and strong. Can fully support the head, reflecting noble and dignified quality. The hair on the throat is soft and the hair on the neck is thick. Smooth muscle is connected to the head and shoulders.
The main defect is the sheep neck.
From the highest point of the scapula to the tail root, it is horizontal, not inclined or arched. There is only a small depression behind the shoulder.
The poodle's chest is wide and stretched. Ribs are elastic.
The waist is short and wide, strong and muscular.
Tail straight, high and upturned. The length of the truncated tail can fully support the balance of the body.
Main defects: the tail is low and curly, and it leans back too far.
[Bust]
The poodle has a strong front half and smooth and powerful shoulder muscles. The scapula is completely closed and the length is equivalent to the upper part of the front leg.
Rugged and protruding shoulders are the main defects.
From the front, the forelimbs are straight and parallel. Viewed from the side, the forelimbs are directly below the shoulders. The ankle is so strong that the wolf's toes may be cut off.
Feet:
The feet are slightly smaller, oval, and the toes are arranged like foxes. The pads on the feet are thick and strong. Toes are short, but you can see them. The direction of the feet is not inward and outward.
The main defect is soft toe separation.
[second half]
The first half is balanced. Viewed from the back, the hind legs are straight and parallel. Muscles are wide and thick. The rear knee joint is firm and firm, and the bending angle is very suitable; The length of femur and tibia is similar; The distance from the tarsal joint to the heel is relatively short, perpendicular to the ground. When standing, the hind toes are more above the tail.
The main defect is the bovine tarsal joint.
[fur]
Quality -( 1) Coarse hair: the texture is naturally rough and the fur is thick.
(2) Soft hair: It hangs tightly and smoothly, with different lengths. Hair on ears, head, body and chest is longer. The hair on the joints is short and fluffy.