About the Breed

Incredible... In Every Color

Standard Poodles are intelligent, affectionate, athletic dogs known for their beauty, versatility, and deep devotion to their families. They are elegant enough to turn heads, playful enough to keep life interesting, and smart enough to thrive in many different homes when they are given the time, training, grooming, and companionship they need.

At Heart Song Standard Poodles, we love the whole poodle - not just the curls and color. Standard Poodles are wonderful companions for families who want a dog that can be active, social, loving, and deeply connected to their people. Many enjoy walking, hiking, swimming, training, playing, and simply being wherever their family is.

Poodles are often described as non-shedding, but that beautiful coat does require regular grooming. Their intelligence also means they need mental stimulation, structure, and attention. A Standard Poodle is not a dog to leave outside alone or expect to entertain itself all day. These dogs are happiest when they are included as part of the family.

One of the joys of the breed is the wide range of colors and patterns. Standard Poodles can be solid colored, parti colored, red, apricot, black, brown, cream, silver, blue, phantom, sable, brindle, tuxedo, abstract, and more. Some coats hold their color for life, while others lighten, deepen, or change as the dog matures. That color journey is part of what makes every poodle unique.