6. Poodle
Poodles are a non-sporting breed that falls under this category. They have lovely coats that some owners maintain with interesting pattern trimming. In light of how regal they are and how outrageous their haircuts are, you might be surprised to learn what a wonderful family companion a poodle can be.
Poodles are also among the smartest dog breeds in the world, and they can be trained to do almost anything. Poodles have historically been employed by hunters as waterfowl retrievers, however today they are typically utilized as show dogs. Their French name, caniche, really derives from a word that meaning duck dog.