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Champ is a cheerful Labadoodle - a cross between a lab and a poodle. He is as happy go lucky guy as you will ever meet. His foster family thinks he is an absolute joy. My lab/bassett mix, Ralph, thinks he'd be a great pal too! Here is what a foster family has to say about him: "Champ is a very laid back and gentle dog that will do well in almost any household. I am not sure how he would do with toddlers, but only because he is not aware of his size and where is tail is at times. He is sweet and good-natured but still a puppy. He loves chewy bones and toys and entertains himself with them. He is crate trained for night time and is almost completely house trained, as long as you are aware that if he starts sniffing around he has to go out. Champ will need a little training on what is acceptable (he tries to get things off the kitchen counters) and a yard to run and roam in. He will be a great addition to your family."

We are looking for a family that will appreciate his sweet spirit and give him the home that he deserves.


According to www.dogbreedinfo.com, although the Poodle has been known throughout Western Europe for at least 400 years, its origin is controversial. Whether it was developed in France, Germany, Denmark, or the ancient Piedmont, is uncertain. Despite the claims of several other countries, France has now been officially recognized as its country of origin, and the breed occupies a special place on the affections of the French. It is certain that the Poodle is descended from a now nearly extinct French water dog, the Barbet and possibly the Hungarian Water Hound. The name "Poodle" probably derives from the German word "Pudel," which means one who plays in water. The Poodle was used as a gun dog. Originally the breed was used in Germany and France as a retriever of waterfowl. Hunters clipped the dog's thick coat to help him swim, leaving hair on the leg joints to protect them from extreme cold and sharp reeds. The French capitalized on the breeds high intelligence, trainability and innate showmanship and made the Poodle into a circus performer. His great popularity in that country led to the breeds common name "French Poodle." In France, however, the Poodle is called the "Caniche," or duck dog. The Poodle has been used to sniff out truffles lying underground in the woods. Poodles are depicted in 15th century paintings and in bas-reliefs from the 1st century. Toy Poodles became royal favorites, particularly in the 18th century. The Toy and Miniature Poodles varieties were bred down from larger dogs, today known as Standard Poodles. The three sizes are considered as one breed and are judged by the same standard. Today, the Poodle is primarily a companion and show dog, though he can learn almost anything.
The Standard Poodle is proud, elegant, dignified and good-natured. These dogs are highly intelligent and one of the most trainable breeds. They are pleasant, happy and sensitive. The Standard Poodle tends to be a bit calmer than the smaller variety of Poodles. They need to be with people and dislike being alone. For the most part they are generally friendly toward strangers, and are excellent with children. The Standard Poodle is good with other dogs. Some Standards are good guard dogs and some can be trained as hunters. They have a life expectancy of 12 to 15 years.