Have a few questions about a few breeds

[dab_20]

I do not know much about the breeds that you listed, but a Poodle sounds like a great match to me! I have a toy poodle. I am allergic to dogs, and I don't seem to have allergies around her... though it depends on the person. A toy or miniature poodle may interest you. Toys are 5-10 lbs and Mini's are around 20. They are an extremely smart breed and are usually very easy to train. They do need to be brushed daily and clipped every month or so. Poodles are very playful, but don't require a bunch of exercise. Many websites say they don't need a daily walk but ALL breeds of dogs need a daily walk to be happy. My toy poodle only needs a half hour walk a day plus outside playtime and she's content.

[Pam]

Another vote for a poodle here. *raises hand *
You have three sizes and a variety of colors to choose from. Dab_20 has just about summed them up. You do need to make a commitment to grooming as it is definitely not optional. I find doing my own grooming to be very rewarding and it's not hard to learn.