Poodles are cute and seem dainty, which is deceptive. For those who don’t know, they were originally bred as hunting dogs.
Their long legs made them ideal for country terrain, waterways, and prey retrieval. So poodles and cats – can they get along?
Bred as hunting dogs in Germany, Poodles were taught to retrieve, developing a strong prey drive in the process.
If properly socialized, Poodles can also be extremely calm, which suits a cat well. Cats rarely appreciate loud noises and rambunctious behavior.
The problem is that cats and dogs have very different ways of exhibiting their body language. They do not have a common way of acting.
Cats are generally wary of other animals as a standard. A dog that immediately runs up to it or chases it will likely not be received warmly.
Older animals, in general, maybe more territorial as a matter of course. Puppies and kittens, on the other hand, adapt a lot easier to each other.
It’s not always possible to know, but if your cat or dog has had a bad experience with their opposite before, it will be that much tougher to help them bond.
There are three general types of Poodles: Standard, Miniature, and Toy. They are differentiated by size in that order, with Standard being the largest.