AboutKim Wingate Expertise I can answer general questions about Poodles. My specific area of expertise is Standard Poodles, but I will answer all questions about Poodles and dog related questions if I can. If I can't answer your question, I will be able to find information or someone who can.
Experience I am a Dog Groomer and Dog Trainer, who has raised Standard Poodles for over 20 years. I can answer Housebreaking questions, Obedience questions, Grooming questions, Breeding questions, and General Dog questions.
Organizations I am a member of the AKC.
Education/Credentials I have worked at several Pet stores in my area, worked for a year as a Vet Tech, was an apprentice for a Dog Trainer, and have also worked at a Grooming/Showing kennel for several months. I have also raised, shown, trained, and groomed my own Standard Poodles for over 20 years.
Expert: Kim Wingate Date: 6/25/2008 Subject: standard poodle size
Question I understand that one cannot predict how large or small their standard poodle will be, but with some relevant info, would you be able to "guesstimate" how tall the dog would be as an adult? Dam = 21.5"tall, Sire = 26". Right now at 10 weeks, the puppy is 14" at the withers and 16lbs. Thanks.
Answer Hello Karen,
You are right, its pretty hard to guestimate how big a puppy is going to be just by looking at it now.
What is its size in comparison to his/her littermates? If it is one of the larger puppies, I would say that it will be on the large side. Smaller, I would say on the small side. You also didn't say whether its a male or female. That can make a difference as Males tend to be larger than females. Feeding and Nutrition can also determine how big a puppy will get. Genetics can also play a part in size; what you see now is not always what you'll get.
Going by what you have told me about your puppys size now, I would say that your Pup could top out at 24"-25" at the shoulder and weigh around 55-60lbs, if its a male and 23"-24" at the shoulder and 40-50lbs if its a female.
It is only a guestimate, your pup could run larger or smaller.
If you know of any Show people in your area, you might ask them to look the puppy over. Some show people can feel the puppies growth plates in his/her legs and tell how big the puppy will be.
If you want to send me a pic of the litter and which puppy is yours in the litter, I may be able to tell you a more accurate height and weigh at adulthood.
My e-mail addy is MsTopkdog@yahoo.com
I hope this helps you some. If you have questions or concerns about this or your Poodle in general, please feel free to contact me.
