Im getting a poodle puppy soon, and i wanna be completley ready, so what do I buy?????
Okay, a lot of people are assuming that I dont know not to buy from a pet store. I understand your assumption, i forgot to mention that i breed dogs. LOL. I just want a poodle as a companion. And to the girl who posted first, I understand that the pom-poms on the HIPS , arent appealing to everyone, but it protects there hip joints from getting cold. So its not just cuz its cute, it has a reason, everything on a poddle has a reason, except for the top not and the braclets. Even the tail, its for hunting, like when the dog is out in the feil getting whatever you shot its tale acts like a flag, so you dont shoot your dog. 
, sorry for the lecture, I just love poodles, and i hate when people think there just for looking at.
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Please don’t buy your dog from a pet store. Go through a shelter, rescue society or licensed breeder to get your dog. Puppies in pet stores usually come from puppy mills. When you buy them you help fund the extremely cruel puppy mill industry. Dogs from pet stores also often tend to have chronic health and behavior problems.
Make sure you know what kind of poodle you are getting. Are you getting the big standard breed or the little toy variety? Small dogs tend to be noisy and poodles are no exception. The large variety can get quite tall but are good natured from what I have heard.
Make sure you are willing to put the time, money and effort into taking care of their coat. It is extremely thick and curly, as I’m sure you’ve noticed. That sort of coat needs daily care or your dog may get fleas, ticks or other yucky skin or infestation problems. It also reflects badly on you as the caregiver of the dog.
Please, please, please, PLEASE don’t get him that haircut where it looks like they have pom-poms glued to their butt!
Enjoy your dog. They’re awesome! You won’t regret it.
Here is a basic check list
New Puppy (Shopping) Checklist
General:
Paper towels (a lot of paper towels
Old Towels for Crate
Once puppy is reliably crate trained, a “real” crate bed can be used.
Old Blanket or Towel(s) to cover wire Crate
Cotton balls for cleaning ears
Acrylic (Fake) Nail file, cardboard with sandpaper type, for smoothing nails
Hydrogen Peroxide (to induce vomiting, if necessary)
100% Pure canned Pumpkin (from the baking isle of your grocery store)
Pumpkin is a good source of fiber. When puppy has diarrhea or constipation, a tablespoon or two with every meal for several days should help alleviate symptoms. Freeze excess in ice cube tray.
Baby Gate(s)
Try baby supply stores – generally more choices and cheaper than pet stores (Beware that horizontal bars provide a foot-hold for climbing puppies. Also consider spacing between bars, as some times it is large enough for little puppies to get caught)
General from your Pet Supply Store:
Nature’s Miracle (gallon size) or similar stain/odor neutralizer
Puppy pads
Bitter Apple (bitter taste deters dogs from biting, licking, and chewing)
Pooper Scooper & bags
Food and water bowls (stainless steel or ceramic)
Storage bin for dry food
Adjustable Nylon collar w/plastic clasp
10 – 14 inch (25 – 35 cm) size for standard or medium Poodle puppies,
Smaller for mini Poodle puppies.
I.D. Tag
(e.g. See http://boomerangtags.com for their flat collar tags for adjustable collars. They also sell collars with tags included for the smaller sized dogs).
6 foot (1.8 m) leash
15 foot (4.6 m) or longer (up to 50 foot (15 m)) training leash(es)
Wire Crate for crate training
Double door folding crate with divider (we’ve heard good things about both Midwest and Precision brands)
Medium – Standard Sized Poodles need at least a 42 inch (1.07 m) crate
Mini Poodles can use a 36 inch (0.9 m) crate.
Travel Crate for car until puppy is big enough to wear a car harness
Food and Treats:
Puppy Food
It is best to start with the same food the Breeder was feeding.
Puppy Biscuits (e.g. Old Mother Hubbard makes a good one).
Training Treats
Soft & tiny treats work best for training. Pieces of cheese, hotdogs, or homemade Liver Brownies
Good Chews and Toys:
Medium or Large Kong Toy
Stuffed Dog Toys w/ squeakers
Balls (squeaky rubber balls)
Rope toys (e.g. Booda bones)
cow hooves or bully sticks for chewing
Grooming Supplies:
Pin Brush
Medium tooth Comb
Blunt tipped curved blade scissors
Toothbrush Kit
Puppy Shampoo
Puppy Conditioner / Grooming Spray
Ear Wash solution
Plier-style nail clippers w/nail guard
Blood Stop Powder
Additional Items:
Bell to hang by back door
Helps with house training, they learn to ring the bell to alert you that they need to go out. Some use large craft bells, some use cow bells (e.g. http://www.bell-outlet.com/cowbellb.htm)
Ownership & Training books
Recommendations include: “The Dog Listener”, “Puppies for Dummies”, and many more…
Make appointment with Vet for new puppy wellness check up.
Start shopping for Obedience classes
Lots of Love and Patience
You need to read on each variety of poodles there are and decide which size is better for your environment first.
Next – NEVER BUY A DOG FROM A PET SHOP OR FLEA MARKET.
Best place to get a dog is a rescue organization. The volunteers in these organizations will help match you with the right type of dog for you. Just remember they can refuse to let you adopt one of their dogs if you do not meet their criteria. But don’t let that disappoint you. Professional breeders are good people to talk to.
This breed needs to be brushed everyday or will knot up and have to be shaved or problems will develop. Unless you know how to use grooming equipment hire a groomer to groom your dog. Research groomers also. Go see their shop, ask to see the whole shop especially where the dogs are kept, groomed and bathed.
Groomers will also answers your questions about the breed also.
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