When shopping for a poodle, keep in mind that the poodle's head has a wedge shape that is longer than it is wide, and that the length of the front face is equal or nearly equal to the length of the back skull. The Poodle has a strong, slightly arched neck, of medium length, with free movement at the front of the neck, gradually transitioning to the shoulders moderately set back.

In addition, the color of the poodle is black or liver red is in line with the standard of. A prominent white spot is not acceptable, but a poodle with a few white coats is otherwise fine.