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Poodle Dog Care – Blog Update

by Sue Vickers on October 16, 2010

I have not posted in quite a while and I want to explain why. In February, Cleo’s stomach became a little bloated and at first I thought she had just gained weight. At 11 years old, she was showing signs of aging and was becoming less active. Then she became restless, pacing and pacing when usually she would be laying on the couch flat on her back. One morning we got up and it look like Cleo had swallowed a basketball.
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How To Brush Your Poodle’s Teeth

February 8, 2010

Tooth brushing should be a part of your poodle’s daily routine. Daily brushing will help prevent the formation of plaque and tartar. Build up of plaque and tartar can lead to dental disease.

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Why Dental Care Is Important For Your Poodle

February 8, 2010

Your Poodle needs dental care – regular, professional care from your veterinarian, as well as care at home from you. Clean, white teeth are not only nice to look at, they’re important for the overall well-being of your poodle. When tartar accumulates on the teeth, gum disease follows.

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Clipping Your Poodle’s Nails

January 14, 2010

Clipping the nails is an important part of your Poodle’s grooming routine. Most dogs detest having their nails clipped or their feet handled for any reason, so it is best to start nail trimmings when your poodle is a puppy. The nails should be kept short and neat. This post will explain how to clip your poodle’s toenails.

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Anal Gland Care

January 10, 2010

A regular check of the anal glands and expressing them if full, should be a part of the poodles grooming routine. Impaction of the anal glands seems to be more common in Toy Poodles and other small breeds, than larger dogs. This post will show you how to express the anal glands.

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Poodle Eye Care

December 29, 2009

Your poodle needs daily eye care. Daily attention to the eyes can help control tear stains, most common in white and light-colored Toy Poodles. Since the poodle is prone to genetic eye diseases, it will help you detect eye problems early on.

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Poodle Ear Care

December 18, 2009

Ear care should always be part of a poodle’s grooming routine. Ear care consists of cleaning the ears and plucking the excess hair from the insides of the ear flaps. When excess hair mixes with ear wax, a plug can form, which inhibits air flow and can lead to ear infections. This post will show you how to take care of your poodles ears.

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Poodle Grooming Requirements

December 17, 2009

When it comes to grooming, poodles require much more attention than most other dog breeds. The poodle must be brushed, bathed and clipped on a regular basis. Dogs that are well-groomed are less likely to suffer from mats, tangles, skin problems and external parasites.

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Biting, Snapping & Aggressive Behavior

December 7, 2009

Aggressive behavior is not typical behavior for a Poodle, but can occur. Any dog has the potential to bite if the circumstances are right. Puppies start out nippy. We expect them to mouth, nip and bite during teething between 3 to 6 months of age. If the behavior is not corrected and modified, it can become a serious problem in an adult dog.

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Destructive Chewing

December 4, 2009

Destructive chewing is a serious problem and could be life-threatening for your dog. The most destructive chewing is done by young adult dogs. Because the reasons for chewing are so diverse, it should be considered a sign or symptom of some underlying motivation. It’s important to understand why your poodle is chewing before you attempt to change the behavior.

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