Adopting a Standard Poodle rescue dog is a great idea if you're looking for a new dog or puppy. Standard Poodles are wonderful pets.

They're affectionate, patient with kids, intelligent and attractive. Shedding is minimal, if any. It all adds up to one fact: a Standard Poodle rescue dog might be ideal for your family.

You could always go to a Poodle breeder and buy a dog or puppy there, but we strongly encourage you to think about adopting a Standard Poodle rescue dog. In addition to being inexpensive, adoption is an act of compassion, and you'll get a great dog.

No matter which way you go – a breeder or a rescue group - you'll want a dog that fits into your family. The information below can help you know what to look for and find a happy, healthy companion.

If you go the breeder route, you'll want to ensure that you're dealing with someone who's knowledgeable and responsible.

Don't buy a Standard Poodle from a backyard breeder or someone whose dog became pregnant accidentally. Ask trustworthy people for the names of some reputable breeders.

Local vets, dog trainers and people who show Standard Poodles are good resources for this information.

Once you get some recommendations, visit the breeders' facilities. By looking around you'll be able to determine whether the facilities are clean and the outside areas are fenced safely.

Ask the breeders all the questions you can think of because you'll want to learn about their dogs and how they're treated.

For example, do the dogs live in the house, or are they kept outside? You'll want a Poodle that has been socialized, treated well and fed the proper food.

If you have any children, a dog or puppy that has been raised with well-behaved children will be a bonus.

Or, you could save a life by adopting a dog from a Standard Poodle rescue group or animal shelter. Giving a loving home to a Standard Poodle rescue dog is highly rewarding and fulfilling.

Some of the dogs that are up for adoption have been abandoned or neglected, while others have simply strayed and gotten lost. They all need to be adopted by a loving family.

Before allowing a dog to be adopted, Standard Poodle rescue groups and reputable breeders with dogs available for adoption will ensure that the dog is healthy and well-adjusted.

Pre-adoption spaying or neutering is a pretty standard practice, so you won't have to take care of that.

And, Standard Poodle rescue groups go to great lengths to ensure they find the best permanent homes for their dogs. You'd almost certainly be required to complete an application to adopt one of their dogs, but it's meant to ensure that adopting a Standard Poodle would be good for you and the dog.

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Article written by:

Edie MacKenzie