Poodle Pet Insurance
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  • Award-winning+ Dog and Puppy Insurance with Optional Benefits
  • Pet care resources customised for vets and pet owners
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About Poodles

Though often linked to France, the Poodle began as a German working dog.

Its name comes from the word “Pudel”, meaning to splash in water, a nod to its history retrieving game from rivers and lakes.

Poodles are highly adaptable. Toy and Miniature varieties suit apartment living, while Standards thrive in active homes with space to move.

Intelligent and eager to please, they excel in obedience and agility, and their steady nature also makes them well suited to therapy and assistance roles.

💡FUN FACT! Poodles are widely recognised as one of the most intelligent dog breeds. Their quick learning ability and strong desire to please make them excellent candidates for service work.

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Poodle Quick Facts

A quick glance at the essential facts for the Poodles, one of Australia’s most loved companions.

  • Weight: 3 – 32 kilograms
  • Height: 25 – 56 centimetres
  • Coat Type: Thick, curly coats with harsh fur
  • Colour: Black, white, apricot, cream, sable, brown, blue, grey, silver, red
  • Dog Group: Non-sporting Group
  • Temperament: Affectionate loyal, playful, and eager to please
  • Size: Medium to large
  • Price Range: ≈ $2,500 – $4,500 ⓘ
  • Life Expectancy: 10-18 years

Living with Poodles

Being a Poodle pet owner can be very rewarding. Here’s a quick look at their needs.

Temperament & Social Needs

  • Affectionate, loyal and eager to please, Poodles form strong bonds with their owners and thrive on close companionship.
  • They may seem reserved at first, but Poodles are calm and well mannered with others, becoming playful and devoted once trust is earned.

Exercise & Grooming

  • Poodles need full-body brushing, no matter the coat type, to keep their fur healthy, tangle-free and looking its best. Regular care prevents mats and keeps the coat soft and manageable.
  • Owning a Poodle is a grooming commitment. Brushing, trimming and professional grooming take time, but the effort pays off with a low-shedding, hypoallergenic coat that suits allergy-sensitive households.

Health Insights

  • Standard Poodles can develop hip or elbow issues, bloat, and eye problems like progressive retinal atrophy.
  • Miniature Poodles may face kneecap problems, hip bone issues, eye conditions, and occasional heart or thyroid concerns.
  • Toy Poodles small size can bring kneecap and trachea issues, eye problems, and heart conditions.

Essential preventative measures to keep your Poodles happy

As responsible pet owners, always ensure to give your pets the best care possible.

Regular veterinary
check-ups

Balanced diet

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Regular exercise and training

Frequent grooming and coat care

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Mental stimulation and socialisation

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Common health problems in Poodles

Knose covers the following potential health problems in Poodles:

Typically up to $5,000 per year
Dental disease in Poodles often begins with tartar buildup and inflamed gums. Without treatment, it can progress to painful periodontal disease, tooth loss, and infections that may affect other organs. Regular dental care is essential to protect their overall health.

  • Covered by Knose

Typically up to $7,000 per leg
Luxating patella is a condition where the kneecap slips out of place, causing limping or a skipping gait. It’s more commonly seen in Miniature and Toy Poodles, and while mild cases may only cause occasional discomfort, more severe cases can require veterinary treatment or surgery.

  • Covered by Knose

Typically up to $2,000 per year
Anxiety in Poodles may present as restlessness, vocalising, destructive habits or clinginess, commonly brought on by separation, noise or disruptions to routine. Clear boundaries, regular mental stimulation and patient training help this clever, sensitive breed feel secure and settled.

  • Covered by Knose

Typically up to $1,500 per treatment
Poodles are prone to ear infections due to their floppy ears and hair growth inside the ear canal. Bacteria are the most common cause, but yeast, mites, trapped moisture or foreign objects can also lead to painful infections.

  • Covered by Knose

Typically up to $15,000 per treatment
Bladder stones can develop in Poodles when minerals in the urine form hard crystals. Signs may include frequent urination, straining, blood in the urine or discomfort. Treatment depends on the type and size of the stones and may involve a special diet, medication or surgery.

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Frequently Asked Questions

In general, pet insurance is worth it because of the financial support it provides. For Poodles, it’s especially helpful in managing veterinary costs related to inherited conditions and injuries they may develop over their long lives.

Routine veterinary visits are recommended at least once a year, or more frequently if your dog has any health concerns.

Standard vaccinations include distemper, parvovirus, hepatitis, and leptospirosis. Your vet can provide a tailored vaccination schedule.

All Poodles need high-quality dog food to stay healthy and active, but their nutritional requirements differ depending on size. Standard, Miniature, and Toy Poodles have different energy levels and portion needs, so it’s best to consult your vet for tailored advice.

Look for extensive coverage that includes routine care, injuries, illness, and hereditary conditions. At Knose, your pet benefits from all these and more at a lower cost! It’s also helpful to have a high annual limit and benefit percentage to manage potential ongoing treatment costs.

When purchasing a new dog insurance policy for your dog:

  • The minimum age for entry for a pet is 6 weeks old.
  • The maximum age for entry for a pet is 8 years and 364 days old.
  • The maximum age for including or adding optional benefits is 2 years and 364 days.

There are no age limits when renewing policies.

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Dog insurance claims made easy

With over 98,000 claims processed and $32 million paid since 2019, we’re proud to back Aussie pets when it matters most.

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1 year-old Miniature Daschund

Lump removal surgery

Vet bill

$1,754

Claimed with Knose

$1,403

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3 year-old Golden Retriever

Cruciate Ligament rupture surgery

Vet bill

$4,838

Claimed with Knose

$4,264

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3 year-old Miniature Poodle

Atopy (Skin allergies)

Vet bill

$154

Claimed with Knose

$123

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4 year-old Tamaruke

Dental surgery for fractured tooth

Vet bill

$1,034

Claimed with Knose

$765

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3 year-old Great Dane

Snake bite treatment

Vet bill

$4,203

Claimed with Knose

$3,783

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Knose Pet Insurance Awards 2025

Protect your pet with award-winning cover†

With 20+ Excellence Awards†, we’re one of the most awarded pet insurance in Australia, helping you protect your pet with confidence.

No hidden surprises — just straightforward protection for your dog’s well-being

Coverage for unexpected injuries, emergencies, diagnosing and treatment of a wide range of health conditions – with no cap on sub-limits. ⓘ

Claim up to 90% of approved costs for care provided by a licensed veterinary professional.

Include Optional Benefits (for eligible policies) – Dental Illnesses, Behavioural Conditions, and Specialised Therapies.

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Trusted by Australian pet owners

Real testimonials from those who know best—the pet owners themselves.

Rated 4.7 on ProductReview and
4.6 on Google Reviews as of July 2025

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10/10 personalised service!

In January, we brought a puppy (Bella) into our lives – she is beautiful! Recently she had a few gastro issues and subsequent vet visits. Knose Pet Insurance has been awesome. They acknowledged the claims immediately, and then followed up with personal emails advising us of the progress of our claims. We even received a message asking after Bella and a follow up to say how pleased they were that Bella is now doing well. Top class personalized service and a thorough explanation of the claim refunds. 10/10 guys!

Bella, insured with dog insurance from Knose Pet Insurance
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Quick refund process

Submitted a claim for the first time after 12 months of insurance and everything went smoothly. I received regular updates of the progress of my claim and the refund process was quick once the team had received all the information from the vet.

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Affordable pet insurance with easy claims!

Knose has been a great choice for pet insurance. The premiums are relatively affordable, claims are super easy to make by just uploading vet invoices, and the 24 hour phoneline that connects you with a vet nurse is a brilliant feature.

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Amazing claims service

We searched for quite sometime for pet insurance for our toy poodle puppy and we’re so glad we found Knose’s Dog Insurance. They have been amazing. I really appreciate how you can call them with any query you might have and speak to someone in Australia who is clear and concise. Easy to put a claim through and you’re emailed throughout until your claim has been paid. Thank you to everyone for the great service.

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I recommend Knose’s Cat Insurance to fellow pet owners!

The last thing you want to worry about when you have a sick pet is the cost. Knose Pet Insurance gives me peace of mind knowing that we can get the care we need for our beloved Cat and our claim will be handled with ease and in a timely manner! I recommend Knose to all my pet owning friends and family. Thank you Knose!

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Fast and friendly customer service

You are very easy to engage with, you keep me up to date with my claim and I love the way you always enquire after Harry my dog. Thank you

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I love being insured with Knose

I’ve been insured with Knose since our Cavooodle was 8 weeks old and they’re consistently reliable and so easy to communicate with. The claim process is super simple which is one of them any things I love about being insured with Knose.

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