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About Kim 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.

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Poodles - poodle hopping

Expert: Kim Wingate - 10/27/2009

Question
My poodle is about 4 years old, and when we take him for walks he hops quite a bit. Sometimes he will switch sides, sometimes he hops once or several times in a row. He doesn't act like he's in pain and really enjoys going for walks, and he is very energetic but I just wanted to make sure everything was ok with him. Thanks, Natalie

Answer
Hello Natalie,
I have heard of other Poodles doing this when they walk. I don't really know why they do this, but there doesn't seem to be anything that causes it and the others that I have heard of don't seem to be in any pain. If he were to keep doing it and showed signs of distress, then it would be more of a cause for concern, but since he seems fine for now, I would continue with the walks.

I hope this helps you some. If you have other questions for me, please feel free to ask.

Thanks for using AllExperts.com,
Kim

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