My grandmother had a poodle for many years.  They are considered one of the smartest breeds.  What is your favorite dog breed?
I love poodles too. The origins of the poodle are still widely disputed. Some say the poodle descends from the old French Barbet breed and others say they descend from Germany as a type of water dog.
I didn't know there was debate over breed origins!  I also have a shepherd who is a very smart working breed.
That's awesome. Poodles are the second smartest breed in the world right behind the Border Collie.
Border collies are an incredibly smart working breed of dog.  They are best suited to a working lifestyle.
Well poodles sometimes work as circus performers or assistance dogs.
I have seen poodles performing at a circus.  That must mean they are easy to train.
Yes, they participate in many dog sports and excel in activities like agility, and obedience.
I bet that poodles also are one of the most popular participants at dog shows.
Yes, they have taken top honors at many of those shows for example a poodle won "Best in Show" at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show in 1991.