10. Miniature Poodle
The poodle is a group of formal dog breeds, the standard poodle, the miniature poodle and the toy poodle. The origins of poodles are still debated with a dispute as to whether the poodle comes from the old French Barbet breed or from Germany as a type of water dog.
Ranked as the second most intelligent dog breed just behind the Border Collie, the poodle is skilled in many sports and canine activities, including agility, obedience, pasture tracking, circus performers, or dogs assistance. The poodles won the highest honors in many 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 the "Best in Show" award at Crufts in 1966 and 1982. Standard Poodles won the award in 1955, 1985, 2002 and 2014. The 2002 winner came from Norway and was the first exhibition abroad to win the Crufts Prize for Best Show
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