a dog with curly hair that is usually cut short, except on its head, tail, and legs
She took her poodle for a walk every morning.
The poodle's curly coat required regular grooming to maintain its appearance.
Poodles are known for their intelligence and agility in dog competitions.
The family adopted a rescue poodle with a friendly disposition.
The standard poodle is one of the larger varieties of this breed.