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    WHY do they call French poodles French, when actually they are German?

    Question #21017. Asked by Lenny. (Jul 31 02 6:54 AM)


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    		The breed name probably stems from the German word 'pudel', which means to splash in the water and describes the dogs' affinity for water activity and skill at aquatic retrieval.
    Many dog enthusiasts agree that the modern breed emerged in France, where it performed in circuses and worked as a duck retriever.

    www.petswarehouse.com/breeds/poodle.htm

    The original purpose of the topknot was for the owner to keep track of the dog when in the water.

    Jul 31 02, 12:28 PM

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