PrincessPiercings

I know every creature is different, but I was wondering if anyone could suggest to me who actually owns a poodle, how lazy/energetic they are? Preferably from one of each size as I haven't decided yet

Thanks you!

plumcrazy

You're right, PrincessP... every creature is different. Even every dog within a single breed can be different. There will be generalities, but you can't count on those as fact or solid truth...

In *MY* poodle experience (standards only) our two girls are energetic while outside zooming around the yard, but once we're inside in the living room, they find a comfy spot and relax - sometimes even nap. We actually have the best of both worlds!

I've taken Lucy to several dog events (Canine Carnival and a couple of Rally O classes) and when it's time for her to "do" something, she's involved and engaged, but when we're waiting our turn for something, she'll usually either just sit or lie down at my feet until they're ready for us.

Again - it's ONLY standard poodles that I'm familiar with and ONLY our two girls (a 16 month old spayed brown female, and an almost 5 month old red female puppy)

Good luck with your research!!

Marian

I've had the best of both worlds with my two poodles as well. One of the reasons I like having a smaller dog is that it takes less room to exercise them. We have a very small yard, but it's perfect for a little dog to run and play. We play fetch just about every day, weather permitting. It means that he can run until he passes out and I can stand perfectly still. It's perfect for us. LOL

flyingduster

Paris is HIGH energy. Up there with neurotic, highly driven, working dogs. Others spoos I know personally are much lower energy, and while obviously they all love and need a run and play, some NEED it more than others (ie, Paris!)
At the same time, Paris is still fast asleep with her head under the bed behind me, dreaming quietly to herself.

Generally poodles are fairly high energy when compared to similar sized breeds (ie a lab or golden, or a cocker or something) but with decent training, they are still happy to lounge about too!

PrincessPiercings

Thank you for the answers! I'm hoping for a pup that is fairly low energy, up for three hour long walks a week and lots of playing and cuddling. I am slightly disabled so I want a companion to spend time with me, to be doted on but also to be up for some fun!

jak

Saffy is pretty low energy. She is happy to be fast asleep beside me (as she is now) or the next minute, going for a long walk or have a play session. She is happy to do whatever we want, and if we want to relax, she'll relax, and if we want to play, then she'll play.

PrincessPiercings

They're all just so darn special!

Olie

THEY ARE! I have 2 standards and they do have some serious energy outside, and they can inside too.....BUT they are pretty smart so when we correct their bouncy, airplane rides and landings to the couch they usually settle down.

Mandycasey'smom

Casey is a lot more laid back then Mandy and is happy with just a walk or quick run BUTTTTTTTT he is so laid back you don't realize he is chewing something he shouldn't be LOL He is a sneaky bugger. Mandy is a runner and lives to run she gets comments at the dog park all the time about her running and speed but I can manage it with a trip to the dog park or longer walk.
She will settle into her chair with a bone but is reactive to any noise. She is up and barking or jumping to find out what it is.

Both are much better at almost 2 but remember most dogs in shelters are under 2 because of energy and work they take

PrincessPiercings

I'm hoping to adopt an adult pup from shelter or ex breeding dog.

I would love a poodle but if they require lots of exercise perhaps I'm better off with toy poodle?