Research into the origins, history, genealogy and genetics of the Poodle
Poodle Breed Origins
For some great information start reading here: The Poodle History Project - an annotated bibliography of the poodle since the first recognizable descriptions.
Kennel Histories

• From the Imports to Wycliffe
• The Legacy of Sir Gay
  
• Wycliffe and associated kennels
• Dassin
• Eaton

Pedigree Information

• The Standard Poodle Database
• The Poodle Health Registry

Genetics and Health
Several studies have shown that Standard and Miniature Poodles are among the most long-lived purebred dogs. Nevertheless, there are several problems that one should be alert to:

• Addison's Disease - treatable, but frequently misdiagnosed. 
• Bloat (aka Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus) - deadly if not treated quickly
  • recent findings
  • how much of the problem is genetic?
• Cancer - the number one cause of death in Poodles.  
• Primary epilepsy article by Dr. Barbara Licht.
• Sebaceous adenitis - a skin disease in which the sebaceous glands become inflamed and may eventually be destroyed leading to progressive loss of hair.
  • Research on SA in Poodles at UC Davis- owners and breeders can participate by filling out the form at this site. 

Inbreeding and Diversity - you don't need to inbreed to get a good poodle.


Color Genes in the Poodle - an explanation of the genes behind the colors.
Other ResourcesVersatility in Poodles - dedicated to health, education and performance.
The Standard Poodle Project
Research on Poodle MHC (Major Histocompatibility Complex) and  DLA (Dog Leukocyte Antigen)  Haplotypes
The Canine Diversity Project - the importance of genetic diversity in a population.
The Institute for Genetic Disease Control (GDC) - manages genetic disease registries for all breeds.
The Orthopedic Foundation For Animals (OFA) - the major registry for hip, knee and elbow problems in all breeds.