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a little later, but by the late 18th century all three sizes are mentioned in literature. The French Poodle The Poodle has always enjoyed a huge following in France, and the French would love to claim the breed as their own. Poodles have been featured in art and literature throughout the centuries, and owning a Poodle was seen as a sign of wealth and status. Louis XIV had a small pet Poodle named Filou, who was featured in the work of several poets and novelists of the time. From the 18th century onward, Poodles worked as entertainers. Some were in the circus, while others performed tricks on the streets. A large troupe of performing Poodles traveled from France to Brit- ain, where they were celebrated for their amazing feats, which in- cluded walking on their hind legs, racing with monkeys as jockeys,

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