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Poodle Behaviour & Training

Poodles are clever, busy and quick to learn, which is both a gift and a challenge. This library covers puppy training, obedience, recall, barking, separation and the quirks that come with a smart breed.

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Frequently asked questions

Are poodles easy to train?

Yes. They are among the most trainable breeds and learn quickly with reward-based methods. The risk is boredom, so keep sessions short and interesting.

Why does my poodle bark so much?

Usually alerting, boredom or excitement. Poodles are not the noisiest breed, but an under-exercised one will find plenty to comment on.

How do I stop unwanted behaviour?

Meet the underlying need first, usually exercise and mental work, then reward the behaviour you want. Punishment tends to add stress and makes most problems worse.