poodle

Example Sentences

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It added that when a cocker spaniel was bred with a poodle, those characteristics - combined with them having smaller crossbred offspring - could result in more problem behaviour.

From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026

I have an Aussie doodle, a teacup poodle and a maltipoo.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 6, 2026

As a Californian, I’ve always connected with his storytelling, and this story of a cross-country road trip with his poodle brings the vast variety of American life into perspective.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 12, 2025

The poodle had become timid and was reluctant to leave Lee's side.

From Barron's • Dec. 2, 2025

How many more unlikely dogs in need of succor would he lead into the farmhouse kitchen today—a lame poodle this afternoon, a halt beagle tonight?

From "The Incredible Journey" by Sheila Burnford