{"id":445,"date":"2019-10-22T03:06:54","date_gmt":"2019-10-22T03:06:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/poodlereport.com\/?p=445"},"modified":"2022-02-11T07:56:10","modified_gmt":"2022-02-11T12:56:10","slug":"are-standard-poodles-good-running-dogs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/poodlereport.com\/are-standard-poodles-good-running-dogs\/","title":{"rendered":"Are Standard Poodles Good Running Dogs?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Running is one of the best ways we can\nkeep our bodies healthy. Running with your best friend is great for\nthe mind AND body! As well as your friend\u2019s mind and body. Are you\nwondering what kind of pup might be best as your running partner? Or\nif your existing best friend is a match for your favorite form of\nexercise?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Standard poodles make great running dogs due to their great stamina and endurance. Most poodles can run up to five miles when physically fit and properly conditioned. When undertaking any new running routine with your dog, it’s important to start with a brisk walk and work up to a comfortable pace for you and your dog.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Poodles are intelligent, active, and loyal dogs that are easily trained to run on a leash.<\/strong> as a result, there are many qualities of standard poodles that make them such good running partners. Keep reading to find out those qualities, as well as some helpful information that you will want to know when you and your pooch start running together. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Makes Standard Poodles Good\nRunning Partners?<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s hard to erase the images of curly-haired poodles often being dyed silly colors, let alone picture them as running dogs. Standard Poodles have been the long-time poster dog\/child for fancy pups. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Their pristine appearance seemingly puts them in the high maintenance category. Many of the poodles\u2019 characteristics contribute to them being great running partners…<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Intelligent<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Poodles are very smart and naturally\nquick learners. This makes it much easier to train them to run on a\nleash without pulling or chasing after every squirrel they see. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Active<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

These dogs are natural-born runners. They love to exercise<\/a> and be free. Trail runs and dog parks are excellent places to jog with your poodle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Instinctual<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Standard Poodles are very aware of their surroundings and pick up on environmental cues, poodles are able to focus on potentially dangerous situations. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Loyal<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The age-old idea of dogs being \u201cman\u2019s\nbest friend\u201d definitely applies to this breed. Poodles are devoted\nto their owners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Protective<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When you pair a Standard Poodles\u2019 instinct with loyalty, they can be the perfect amount of protective. It\u2019s just important to make sure their protectiveness stays at a safe level, so they don\u2019t become overprotective in a dangerous way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Size<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Standard poodles, as opposed to their toy poodle counterparts, are sized for action. They\u2019re taller than 15 inches at the shoulder and can weigh up to 70 pounds. That\u2019s a dog that\u2019s ready to run! Because of their size, poodles should be regularly exercised.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And even though poodles are incredibly\nsmart, they still can\u2019t speak. So, they won\u2019t try to talk to you\nwhile you\u2019re running. That makes them even better than human\njogging partners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why Standard Poodles Might Not be\nIdeal Running Partners<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Poodles do have subtle protective instincts, but they\u2019re not known to act out on their own, without provocation. But any dog can be trained to attack. If a poodles\u2019 protective instincts aren\u2019t controlled, they will bite. Because of their size and protective nature, poodles can make good watchdogs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Poodles actually used to be hunting\ndogs, if you can believe that. In many countries, poodles are even\nstill used as work dogs on farms and ranches for herding. It\u2019s not\nnatural for poodles to walk on a leash because their instincts are\nfor corralling farm animals. However, this doesn\u2019t mean they can\u2019t\nbe leash trained.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Leash Training Your Standard Poodle<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
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If you\u2019ve ever taken a big, beefy dog\non a run, you know the feeling of almost having your arm pulled out\nof the socket from it pulling on the leash. Here are a few helpful\nhints on how to get your poodle to walk on a leash, without dragging\nyou along\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n