THE POODLE 75 



believe was only once beaten in the show ring. He died some 

 few years ago at a ripe old age, but a great many of the best- 

 known Poodles of the present day claim relationship to him. 

 One of his most famous descendants was Ch. The Joker, 

 also black corded, who was very successful at exhibitions. 

 Another very handsome dog was Ch. Vladimir, again a 

 black corded, belonging to Miss Haulgrave. 



Since 1905 the curly Poodles have very much improved, 

 and the best specimens of the breed are now to be found in their 

 ranks. Ch. Orchard Admiral, the property of Mrs. Crouch, 

 a son of Ch. The Joker and Lady Godiva, is probably the best 

 specimen living. White Poodles, of which Mrs. Crouch's 

 Orchard White Boy is a notable specimen, ought to be more 

 widely kept than they are, but it must be admitted that the 

 task of keeping a full-sized white Poodle's coat clean in a 

 town is no light one. 



Toy White Poodles, consequently, are very popular. The 

 toy variety should not exceed fifteen inches in height at the 

 shoulder, and in all respects should be a miniature of the full- 

 sized dog, with the same points. 



POINTS OF THE PERFECT POODLE : General AppearanceThat 

 of a very active, intelligent, and elegant-looking dog, well built, and 

 carrying himself very proudly. Head Long, straight, and fine, 

 the skull not broad, with a slight peak at the back. Muzzle Long 

 (but not snipy) and strong not full in cheek ; teeth white, strong, 

 and level ; gums black, lips black and not showing lippiness. Eyes 

 Almond shaped, very dark, full of fire and intelligence. Nose Black 

 and sharp. Ears The leather long and wide, low set on, hanging 

 close to the face. Neck Well proportioned and strong, to admit of 

 the head being carried high and with dignity. Shoulders Strong and 

 muscular, sloping well to the back. Chest Deep and moderately wide. 

 Back Short, strong, and slightly hollowed, the loins broad and muscu- 

 lar, the ribs well sprung and braced up. Feet Rather small, and of 

 good shape, the toes well arched, pads thick and hard. Legs Fore- 

 legs set straight from shoulder, with plenty of bone and muscle. Hind- 

 legs very muscular and well bent, with the hocks well let down. Tail 

 Set on rather high, well carried, never curled or carried over back. 

 Coat Very profuse, and of good hard texture ; if corded, hanging in 

 tight, even cords ; if non-corded, very thick and strong, of even length, 

 the curls close and thick, without knots or cords. Colours All black, 

 all white, all red, all blue. The White Poodle should have dark eyes, 

 black or very dark liver nose, lips, and toe-nails. The Red Poodle should 



