Poodle in turn comes from Low German "pud(d)eln" meaning "[to] splash in water," cognate with the English word "puddle". The poodle has contributed to many other dog breeds, such as the Miniature Schnauzer, Standard Schnauzer, and dogs of the Bichon type in order to either save those breeds from extinction, reduce size, or by dog fanciers to improve their appearance. The poodle has been bred in at least three sizes, including Standard, Miniature, and Toy. According to the American Kennel Club, which recognized the breed in 1887, the Standard Poodle is the oldest of the three varieties, and was later bred
Poodle (insult) song "Shoot the Dog", the video of which showed Blair as a "poodle" on the lawn of the White House. However, it has a longer history, as a label to criticise British Prime Ministers who are perceived to be too close to the United States. Poodle (insult) In politics, "poodle" is an insult used to describe a politician who obediently or passively follows the lead of others. It is considered to be equivalent to "lackey". Usage of the term is thought to relate to the passive and obedient nature of the type of dog. In June 2001, Colette Avital unsuccessfully