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Expert: Kim Wingate - 11/28/2003


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what is the size difference between a standard poodle and a royal standard?

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Hello Maria,
While there isn't a real defination of height according to the American Kennel Club (AKC) guidelines, they are classified as Standard, Royal, and Giant.  
The Standard is anything from 15"-20", the Royal is from 20"-25", and the Giant is anything above 25".  The average size for a "Standard" poodle is around 24"-26" at the shoulder for males and 22"-24" at the shoulder for females.  I have heard of "Giant" poodles being 33" before.  

Its the same for the Toys.  The Tiny Toy and Teacup Poodles are just a height recongnization and are not recongnized by the AKC.

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

Have a great day, and Many "Royal" Tail Wags.
Topkdog  

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I can answer any questions concerning Poodles, with my main expertise being with Standard Poodles. I can also answer questions pertaining to Grooming, Training (Obedience-Showmanship-HouseTraining), Socialization, Behavior Modification, Raising Puppies, Health Issues and Dealing with Problem Dogs.I also have resources to help me with difficult questions, so please feel free to ask me anything about Poodles.

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I have owned Poodles all my life and have been raising Standard Poodles for over 10 years now. I own my own Grooming and Training facility where I work with all breeds of dogs, but the Poodle is my favorite. I also show my dogs both in Conformation, Obedience and will be starting Agility in the near future. I have worked for a Professional Trainer for 3 yrs and have had my own Grooming Business for 5 yrs running, plus have Groomed my own dogs since I was 10.

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