I have a black poodle named Nanette. Are you a dog person?
Yeah I think poodles are cute. They vary in size between the standard, miniature, and toy poodle.
They are the second most intelligent , just behind the Border Collie,
Yeah the border collie was specifically bred for obedience and intelligence. How old is your poodle?
He's a standard poodle , almost five.  He loves water and playing catch
That's awesome. The origins of the poodle are disputed over whether they came from the French Barbet or from a water dog.
Didn't know that. There are three sized, the Standard miniature and Toy
conformation shows, including "Best in Show" at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show in 1991 and 2002, and at the World Dog Show in 2007 and 2010.
Toy Poodles won "Best in Show" at Crufts in 1966 and 1982. Standard Poodles achieved the award in 1955, 1985, 2002, and 2014. The 2002 winner came from Norway and was the first overseas exhibit to win the Crufts best in show award.
History.
The European mainland had known the poodle long before it was brought
Poodle
Poodles are a group of formal dog breeds, the Standard Poodle, Miniature Poodle and Toy Poodle. The origin of the breed is still discussed, with a prominent dispute over whether the poodle descends from Germany as a type of water dog, or from the French Barbet.
Ranked second most intelligent dog breed just behind the Border Collie, the poodle is skillful in many dog sports and activities, including agility, obedience, tracking to herding, circus performers and assistance dogs. Poodles have taken top honors in many