Std Poodle Pups

11/19/2025

Heard from former Pup (and future servo r dog), Azula’s mom today.

She says she “is doing great in her training as well she already knows two tasks to manage my disability and even alerted to my heart rate!”

Great progress for 6 months old!

11/16/2025

Former Pup, Bear - watches TV like this. He loves watching TV.

11/13/2025

We just love getting updates from our puppy families — and this one melted our hearts! 🥰

Beautiful Sundae (one of our former pups) is living her best life with her best friend Betty. These two are absolutely inseparable — playing, cuddling, and keeping each other smiling every single day. 💞

It’s always such a joy to see our pups growing up happy, healthy, and surrounded by love. Thank you to Sundae’s family for sharing this sweet moment with us! 🐾💗

11/13/2025

Former Pup, Leo & his big brother Bailey. Best of friends!

11/12/2025

Standard Poodles: Unexpected Heroes

When most people picture military dogs they imagine German Shepherds or Dobermans — not elegant Standard Poodles. But history shows poodles quietly pulled their weight on and off the battlefield, putting brains and bravery ahead of frills.

Poodles have been used as working and military dogs for centuries. Their origins as water and hunting dogs gave them strong retrieving instincts, excellent noses, and a remarkable ability to learn — qualities that made them useful to armies long before modern military working-dog programs were formalized. 

During World War I and II dogs served in many roles: messengers, sentries, ammunition carriers, and “mercy” or Red Cross dogs that searched battlefields for wounded soldiers. Though smaller terrier-type dogs often hunted rats in the trenches, larger intelligent breeds (including Standard Poodles) were valued for messenger and sentry work and for guarding installations at home. 

In the United States, the Army formally classified breeds for wartime service — and the Standard Poodle was among the 32 breeds listed as suitable for war-dog duties in 1942. Their trainability and steady temperament were cited as strengths, even as handlers had to manage a coat that required regular grooming to avoid matting. 

There are also heartening wartime stories: early WWII records note that some poodles helped get community defense programs and war-dog training off the ground — for example, women who raised and trained poodles in the Philippines contributed dogs to early U.S. war-dog efforts after Pearl Harbor. These real-life examples show that usefulness — not looks — determined which dogs served. 

Today we remember military dogs for their bravery, loyalty, and the comfort they gave soldiers in impossible situations. Standard Poodles might surprise you with their history on the home front and beyond — a reminder that any dog with the right temperament and training can be a hero. 

Credit to: Sources / credits (used to research this post):

• “Poodles went to war, too” — The War Horse Memorial. 

• “Dogs in WWI” — The National World War I Museum & Memorial. 

• “War Dogs: How WWI Led to the Military Working Dog Program” — U.S. Army / Army.mil. 

• Standard Poodle wartime notes (breed histories) — SpringerClan / breed writeups. 

• “Find: War Dogs of World War II” / Fold3 blog (early WWII poodle stories). 
• For general context on mercy/Red Cross dogs and wartime photos: History.com. 

11/10/2025

Former Pup, Lola with her “big” sister Mariela.

Her family says “Victoria,
We just wanted to send you a note to thank you for such an amazing puppy. And to let you know that Lola (formerly Juliette) is settling into her new environment very well and that we love her very much. She is adorable and smart and has the most amazing personality—she’s a real character and keeps us laughing.”

11/08/2025

🐩 Meet Chloe! 🩷

Born August 13, 2025, this stunning Standard Poodle girl is now available and ready for her perfect match! Chloe scored a 3.6 on her temperament test, showing excellent confidence, focus, and a fun, friendly nature.

She’s curious, eager to learn, and full of personality — the kind of pup who loves to be with her people and is always up for an adventure (or a cuddle). Raised with care and socialization, Chloe has the intelligence and steady temperament that make Standard Poodles such wonderful companions. 💕

If you’re looking for a bright, affectionate girl with beauty and brains, Chloe might be the one.

📩 Message me for more details or to schedule a visit!

11/08/2025

🌸 Meet Arabella! 🌸

Born August 20, 2025, this lovely Standard Poodle girl is ready to find her forever family!

Arabella scored a 3.4 on her temperament test, showing a wonderful balance of confidence, curiosity, and connection.

She’s affectionate, people-focused, and loves being part of the action — whether that’s playtime, training, or just relaxing nearby. Raised with care and attention, Arabella has the calm, steady nature that makes Standard Poodles such exceptional companions. 💕

If you’re looking for a smart, loyal, and loving addition to your family, Arabella might just be the one.

📩 Message me for more details or to schedule a visit!

11/08/2025

We were featured on TellTail! 😳

This feel-good Friday, we’re featuring a photo of gorgeous Poodles from Std Poodle Pups! 🐾

11/08/2025

🌸 Did you know? 🌸

Standard Poodle puppies are born unable to see or hear — and they depend completely on their mama for everything. 💕

In those first few days, they can’t walk, regulate their body temperature, or even go potty on their own. Their tiny noses guide them to mama, who lovingly licks each one to keep them clean and comfortable. 🐩

Their eyes begin to open around 10 days old, and by about 3 weeks, they start regulating their own body temperature.

Here at Standard Poodle Pups, we start Early Neurological Stimulation (ENS) on day 1 — gentle daily exercises that help each puppy grow into a confident, well-balanced Standard Poodle. 🌱

That first week of life is all about the basics: sleep, eat, and repeat. 🌼😊🌼

💖 Raising exceptional Standard Poodle Pups — one tiny paw at a time. 💖