Sunday, June 15th, 2008...5:31 pm

#20: No Poodles

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There are “young” dogs and there are “old” dogs, and sorry, but poodles are owned mainly by people over 40. Why? Because they’re practical: smart, hypoallergenic, non-shedding. And because they’re out of style.

The small dog du jour is a Yorkie or a Dachshund, not a Toy Poodle. The big dog favored by hipsters might be a Lab or even a Labradoodle, but never a Standard Poodle. The retro favorite breed could be a German Shepherd, but won’t be a Poodle. In fact, Poodles are so far out they may even be coming in. But owning one still won’t do much for your Age Image. Just imagine how old you look if we find you window shopping at www.pawlife.com

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  • Lexi
    June 23rd, 2008 at 11:19 pm

    No sweaters on dogs either, please.

  • Ringtail
    July 17th, 2008 at 5:00 pm

    Too bad — standard poodles have not (yet) been overbred and are not particularly prone to breed-specific illnesses and conditions. Dachshunds are prone to back problems, for instance.

  • Sabrina
    July 11th, 2009 at 2:48 pm

    I’ve been bit by three poodles in my life, so h ell no I wouldn’t own a poodle 🙁

  • Jake
    February 19th, 2010 at 5:20 pm

    I realize this is tongue-in-cheek, but, as a standard poodle owner, (and you knew this was coming Pamela), they are very cool, and for all the reasons you cite. Not everyone wants a yippy ankle-biter. They are very loving, energetic dogs and they don’t have to be groomed like a dorky show dog. We keep ours field-cut. Out of style? Your Chihuahua is out of style.