Standard Poodle rescue dogs and puppies for adoption and rehoming in the UK

Standard Poodles and Standard Poodle crosses looking for new homes with rescues and rehoming centres across the UK, gathered in one place. Adult Standard Poodles are usually large dogs, though crosses can vary.

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Nelson, giant schnauzer x standard poodle for adoption in Winterborne Kingston

Nelson

4 years • Male • Giant Schnauzer x Standard Poodle

Can live with:Other dogs
Margaret Green Animal Rescue (Lincoln Farm)· Winterborne Kingston
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Flash, standard poodle for adoption in Llanelli

Flash

2 years • Male • Standard Poodle

Largehigh energy
Many Tears Animal Rescue· Llanelli
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Hooper, standard poodle for adoption in Llanelli

Hooper

2 years • Male • Standard Poodle

Largehigh energy
Can live with:ChildrenOther dogs
Many Tears Animal Rescue· Llanelli
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Standard Poodles across the UK right now

3 standard poodles are listed across the UK today, with 2 rescues. All 3 are male. The newest was added on 16 October 2026.

  • Many Tears Animal Rescue at Llanelli: 2 standard poodles
  • Margaret Green Animal Rescue (Lincoln Farm) at Winterborne Kingston: 1 standard poodle

Breed labels on rescue listings are often a best guess, and every dog is an individual. Read the profile, then ask the rescue about the dog’s history, what they can live with and the home they need.

Standard Poodle health and care

SizeMedium
ExerciseUp to 1 hour per day
GroomingEvery day
Coat lengthMedium
ShedsNo
LifespanOver 12 years

Common Standard Poodle health concerns

Breed-associated conditions worth asking any rescue about before you adopt. A rescue dog's parents may not have been health tested, so ask the rescue what vet checks the dog has had.

Progressive retinal atrophy

The Royal Kennel Club lists DNA tests for progressive retinal atrophy (rcd4 and prcd-PRA) among the health tests it asks Standard Poodle breeders to do before breeding.

Source: The Royal Kennel Club: Standard Poodle →

Von Willebrand disease

The Royal Kennel Club lists a DNA test for von Willebrand disease (vWD1) among the health tests it asks Standard Poodle breeders to do before breeding.

Source: The Royal Kennel Club: Standard Poodle →

Inherited eye conditions

The Royal Kennel Club asks Standard Poodle breeders to have their dogs eye tested under the BVA/KC/ISDS Eye Scheme before breeding.

Source: The Royal Kennel Club: Standard Poodle →

Hip dysplasia

The Royal Kennel Club asks Standard Poodle breeders to hip score their dogs under the BVA/KC Hip Dysplasia Scheme before breeding.

Source: The Royal Kennel Club: Standard Poodle →

Editorial summary for adopters, not medical advice. Ask the rescue about a specific dog's health, and speak to your vet for individual guidance.

Standard Poodles in the UK: your questions

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How many rescue Standard Poodles are available for adoption in the UK?

As of 8 November 2026, 3 Standard Poodles are listed for adoption in the UK on LocalPetFinder, from Many Tears Animal Rescue and Margaret Green Animal Rescue (Lincoln Farm). Each profile links to the rescue, and you apply to adopt with them directly.

Which rescues across the UK have Standard Poodles right now, and how old are they?

As of 8 November 2026, Many Tears Animal Rescue (at Llanelli): 2 and Margaret Green Animal Rescue (Lincoln Farm) (at Winterborne Kingston): 1. The newest was added on 16 October 2026. Each profile links to the rescue, which handles the adoption.

Where can I adopt a Standard Poodle in the UK?

With the rescue that has the dog. Today the Standard Poodles on this page are with Many Tears Animal Rescue (2) and Margaret Green Animal Rescue (Lincoln Farm) (1). Open a profile and apply to that rescue: each one runs its own application, home check and adoption fee. We don't rehome animals ourselves.

What size is a Standard Poodle?

Medium, according to The Royal Kennel Club. Source: The Royal Kennel Club: Standard Poodle.

How long do Standard Poodles live?

Over 12 years, according to The Royal Kennel Club. Source: The Royal Kennel Club: Standard Poodle.

How much exercise does a Standard Poodle need?

Up to 1 hour per day, according to The Royal Kennel Club. Ask the rescue how much exercise this dog is used to. Source: The Royal Kennel Club: Standard Poodle.

How much grooming does a Standard Poodle need?

Every day, according to The Royal Kennel Club. Coat: medium. Source: The Royal Kennel Club: Standard Poodle.

Do Standard Poodles shed?

No: The Royal Kennel Club lists the Standard Poodle as a breed that does not shed. Source: The Royal Kennel Club: Standard Poodle.

What health problems do Standard Poodles have?

The Royal Kennel Club lists breeder health tests for von Willebrand disease, inherited eye conditions and hip dysplasia. The Royal Kennel Club names these for the breed: progressive retinal atrophy. The Royal Kennel Club lists DNA tests for progressive retinal atrophy (rcd4 and prcd-PRA) among the health tests it asks Standard Poodle breeders to do before breeding. A rescue dog's parents may not have been health tested, so ask the rescue what vet checks the dog has had. Source: The Royal Kennel Club: Standard Poodle.

What health tests are there for the Standard Poodle?

The Royal Kennel Club lists a DNA test for von Willebrand disease (vWD1) among the health tests it asks Standard Poodle breeders to do before breeding. Inherited eye conditions: The Royal Kennel Club asks Standard Poodle breeders to have their dogs eye tested under the BVA/KC/ISDS Eye Scheme before breeding. The Royal Kennel Club asks Standard Poodle breeders to hip score their dogs under the BVA/KC Hip Dysplasia Scheme before breeding. Ask the rescue whether it knows of any test results for the dog or its parents. Source: The Royal Kennel Club: Standard Poodle.

Are Standard Poodles good with children?

It depends on the dog, not the breed. Today the rescues mark 1 of the 3 Standard Poodles listed in the UK as able to live with children. Where a profile says nothing, ask the rescue what age of children the dog could live with.

Are Standard Poodles good with cats?

It depends on the dog, not the breed. None of the 3 Standard Poodles listed in the UK is marked by its rescue as able to live with cats today. Where a profile says nothing, ask the rescue.

Are Standard Poodles good with other dogs?

It depends on the dog, not the breed. Today the rescues mark 2 of the 3 Standard Poodles listed in the UK as able to live with other dogs. Where a profile says nothing, ask the rescue.

Are there Standard Poodle crosses for adoption in the UK?

Yes: 1 listing of the 3 Standard Poodles in the UK names a cross or mix in the rescue's breed label, such as Giant Schnauzer x Standard Poodle (1). Breed labels on rescue listings are often a best guess, so read each profile.

How much does it cost to adopt a Standard Poodle in the UK?

Each rescue sets its own adoption fee. Battersea charges £230 for a dog over six months and £275 for a puppy under six months, Dogs Trust charges £300 for a puppy or adult dog in England, Wales and Scotland, and Blue Cross fees start from £235 for dogs aged 8 or over and £335 for dogs aged 1 to 7. The fee usually covers neutering, microchipping and first vaccinations, and each rescue confirms its own fee.

Are there Standard Poodle puppies for sale in the UK?

No. We don't list animals for sale. Every Standard Poodle on this page is with a rescue or rehoming centre. Rescues rehome animals rather than selling them, usually for an adoption fee: for example, Battersea charges £230 for a dog over six months and £275 for a puppy under six months, and Dogs Trust £300. The fee usually goes towards vet work already done, such as neutering, microchipping and first vaccinations. If you searched "standard poodle puppies for sale", the Standard Poodles here are the rescue route: you apply to the rescue and pay its adoption fee, not a sale price.

Where can I buy a Standard Poodle, and should I?

Not here: we only list dogs with rescues, so every Standard Poodle on this page is adopted for the rescue's fee, which usually covers vet work already done. Whether to buy is your choice. Adopting means the rescue can tell you what it knows about the dog's history and health before you apply. If you decide to buy, Dogs Trust's breed guides suggest talking to your vet first: they say some practices offer pre-purchase consultations on likely health conditions and rough costs.

Can I get a free Standard Poodle to a good home in the UK, or one under £500?

Usually not. UK rescues normally ask for an adoption fee, which pays towards neutering, microchipping and vaccinations. Many rescue fees are under £500: Battersea charges £230 for a dog over six months, Dogs Trust £300, and Blue Cross from £235 for dogs aged 8 or over. An animal offered "free to a good home" is usually a private advert rather than a rescue. All dogs in the UK must be microchipped by 8 weeks old, and in England, Wales and Scotland a dog can't pass to a new keeper until it is chipped, so ask to see the microchip details.

Are there Standard Poodle puppies for adoption in the UK?

Not right now: none of the 3 listed in the UK is under a year old by its listed age. Puppies do get listed, so check back or look at the adults, whose rescues can tell you much more about their character.

Are there older Standard Poodles for adoption in the UK?

Not right now: none of the 3 listed in the UK is aged 7 or over by its listed age. Older Standard Poodles do come into rescue, so check back. Some rescues charge less for older dogs: Blue Cross fees start from £235 for dogs aged 8 or over.

Is there a Standard Poodle rescue near me?

This page lists every Standard Poodle with the rescues we list across the UK, each with its town. For a city, see Standard Poodles in Belfast, Birmingham, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, Brighton and Hove, Bristol, Canterbury, Cardiff, Carlisle, Dumfries and Galloway, Edinburgh, Exeter, Glasgow, Ipswich, Kendal, Kingston upon Hull, Leeds, Lincoln, Liverpool, London, Manchester, Middlesbrough, Newcastle upon Tyne, Northampton, Norwich, Nottingham, Oxford, Peterborough, Plymouth, Portsmouth, Preston, Sheffield, Stoke-on-Trent, Swansea, Truro and Worcester. You can also search by postcode with the pet finder on our home page to see what is closest to you.

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