History of the Poodle
The Theory of the Poodle Origin certainly is the oldest breed recorded. Carving dated approximately 30 AD, of Poodle-type dogs in the origin of Emperor Augustus. Romans and the Greek showing a dog resembling the Poodle on coins. Poodle often had lion-like mane and hindquarters clipped short. Poodles in the early recording had the traditional Lion trim.