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Breed Review: Poodle (17 Pics)

#4 Images of dogs resembling poodles in their appearance can be seen on ancient Roman and Greek coins, bas-reliefs of ancient Roman tombs.

Poodle dogs are depicted in medieval paintings at the Benedictine Monastery of Montreal in Sicily and the Abbey of Saint-Remy in France. Dogs with the characteristic lion haircut for poodles are featured on the canvases of the Dutch and Flemish schools. The first written descriptions of the poodle can be found in European chronicles dating back to the 16th century, and they already mention the varieties of these dogs, differing from each other in size and color.

#5 By the 18th century, poodles had become extremely popular among the European nobility.

At the same time, hairdressing was developing rapidly in Europe, and during the reign of Louis XVI, the first grooming salons appeared in France. The court hairdressers, who had mastered the new craft, began to cut the thick-haired favorites of their noble masters in various styles. The king himself, to please his wife Marie Antoinette, who adored poodles, proclaimed the miniature poodle as the official court breed.

#6 Creative, artistic and extravagant natures also liked the aesthetic appearance and kindness of the poodle.

These dogs were the favorites of such great people as Georges Sand, Thomas Mann, Schopenhauer, Ludwig van Beethoven. Poodles have also become the favorites of circus performers, as their outstanding ability to succumb to training allows them to perform stunning stunts in the arena. However, the poodle not only entertained high society and bohemians. His courage, loyalty, and ingenuity were also in demand in military battles - the dogs searched for the wounded, delivered secret reports.

Alice White

Written by Alice White

Alice White, a devoted pet lover and writer, has turned her boundless affection for animals into a fulfilling career. Originally dreaming of wildlife, her limited scientific background led her to specialize in animal literature. Now she happily spends her days researching and writing about various creatures, living her dream.

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