Poodle to water and swimming. Of the size varieties, Standard Poodles are the most highly recommended for families with children. They have a kindly demeanor and a love of playing games. As with all dogs and babies, introductions should be gradual, though most Standards will tolerate a baby and learn to be gentle and will respect toddlers so long as the child is supervised. A Standard Poodle will be fine in a family with many children provided the environment is stable, orderly, and relaxed, with enough room for the dog to go out and retire to if needed. Miniature and Toy
Poodle crossbreed the words "Labradoodle" (poodle−Labrador retriever cross), "Poochon" (Bichon Frise-Poodle cross) and "cockapoo" (poodle−cocker spaniel cross) are now listed in the "Oxford English Dictionary". There were over 220 hybrid designer dogs recognized by the American Canine Hybrid Club in 2006 and now, including various poodle crossbreeds. Legitimate breed associations, such as the AKC, the UKC, and the CKC, do not recognize this crossbreed, or any other designer cross, as a breed in its own right. However, some major kennel clubs do accept registration of crossbreed and mixed-breed dogs for performance events such as agility and obedience. There is another registry, the