Poodle titles against the more widely used native breeds like the Chesapeake Bay Retriever, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, American Water Spaniel and Labrador Retriever. Thus far 13 Standard Poodles have won Master Hunt titles (12 in the United States, 1 in Canada) and several more have won senior and junior titles on both sides of the border. Currently only the United Kennel Club in the US recognizes the Standard Poodle as a Sporting dog, thus in spite of this subtype of poodle being ineligible for field competitions more and more are appearing in the field as waterfowl dogs and hunters
Poodle (insult) 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 tried to have the term's use banned from the Knesset. During the 2000s, it was used against Tony Blair, in regard to his close relationship with George W. Bush, and the actions surrounding Iraq. In July 2002, singer George Michael infamously used it in his