Health Issues
Poodles are prone to several illnesses, though most are treatable. Addison's disease is common and can go undiagnosed for years based on unclear early symptoms. Poodles with Addison's will exhibit a lack of energy and stomach problems. Miniature and Toy Poodles tend to live longer than Standard Poodles, though these breeds are more susceptible to kidney disease.
Celebrity Poodles
Several prominent figures own or owned poodles. John Steinbeck wrote about his black poodle in Travels with Charley. Patrick Swayze has a poodle named Derek and Winston Churchill's was named Rufus.