Poodle (Standard) — cost & care
Active, proud, very smart. Large non-sporting dog.
A Poodle (Standard) costs roughly $47,400 over its lifetime (10–18 years), or about $3,150/year: ~$855 food, ~$640 insurance, ~$800 routine vet, ~$600 grooming. Purchase price runs $1,200–$3,000.
📍 Costs in USD (United States) — see this breed in another country.
3.8cups of food / day (~28.5 lb/mo)
7.2cups of water / day
14 yraverage lifespan (10–18)
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A Poodle (Standard) eats ~28.5 lb/month. Shop large-breed foodFull cost breakdown
| Item | Cost (USD) |
|---|---|
| Purchase (one-off) | $1,200–$3,000 |
| Food / year | $855 (3.8 cups/day) |
| Pet insurance / year | $640 (est.) |
| Routine vet / year | $800 |
| Grooming / year | $600 |
| Supplies & misc / year | $250 |
| Total annual | $3,150 |
| Lifetime total | $47,400 |
Breed stats
| Size | Large |
| Avg weight | 58 lb |
| Height | 18–24 in |
| Lifespan | 10–18 yrs |
| Group | Non-Sporting |
| Hypoallergenic | Yes |
Temperament & care
| Energy | 4/5 |
| Trainability | 5/5 |
| Good with families | 5/5 |
| Apartment-friendly | 3/5 |
| Shedding | 1/5 |
| Grooming need | 5/5 |
| Barking | 3/5 |
Common health conditions
- Hip dysplasia
- Bloat
- Addison's disease
- Epilepsy
How we calculate: food cost = breed weight → vet RER/MER calorie formula → cups/day → US food-price average. Insurance = NAPHIA US average adjusted by breed health-risk tier and size. Estimates — verify with your vet and insurer.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Poodle (Standard) cost per year?
About $3,150 a year — roughly $855 food, $640 insurance, $800 vet and $600 grooming.
What is the lifetime cost of a Poodle (Standard)?
Around $47,400 across its 10–18-year lifespan, including purchase and first-year setup.
How much does a Poodle (Standard) eat?
About 3.8 cups of food a day (~28.5 lb per month).
How much water should a Poodle (Standard) drink?
About 7.2 cups of water a day — verify with your vet for your animal.
Is the Poodle (Standard) hypoallergenic?
Yes — it is a low-shedding, allergy-friendlier breed.