Toy Poodle

There is exactly one dog breed that has convinced the world it belongs at a Parisian café, a fashion runway, and an agility championship — all in the same afternoon. The Poodle is, without question, one of the most spectacularly versatile and wildly misunderstood dogs on the planet. Beneath that signature curly coat and that regal posture is an athletic, wickedly intelligent, deeply affectionate dog who would absolutely destroy you...

The Poodle is one of those breeds that surprises people. Sure, they look like they just stepped out of a Parisian salon, but underneath those gorgeous curls is one of the smartest, most athletic dogs on the planet. Poodles were originally bred as water retrievers, and their famous haircuts actually started as a way to help them swim more efficiently while keeping their joints warm. That combination of beauty and...