Oops Carrie I think I referred to this very handsome dog as a girl. My apologies to him! His coloring reminded me so of Bella that I lost my head! Yes poodles are just all around dogs like every other breed. Don't let those fancy cuts fool anyone! I know that when we went to get my Whitney (RB) her mom and dad were show dogs and their ear fur was tied up s to protect it from getting all frazzled and worn, so the owners of these beautiful dogs do have to take some careful steps to preserve their coats and fur. I can imagine a gorgeous dog like that having a fun day in the water or mud. Do you think he'd give Bella a second glance? She'd love to spend a day like that!