I think it's just great that the Beagle won!  They're such darling dogs.  We have a resident in our neighborhood with 5 - the house was built with them in mind; their own air-conditioned & heated double garage room with adjoining fenced yard, sun shade, grass, everything!  (a second garage for cars) When I walk our dog by that house they all start that funny noise they make - almost sounds like they're talking - I love it!

Carol

>>>I probably just offended all poodle owners, but honestly I wouldn't do that to a poodle. <<<

We have 4 Standard Poodles in the family and we aren't at all offended!  I really hate those show cuts - they look so ridiculous and un-dog-like; our poodles have simple, easy-care cuts and are very normal, active, athletic dogs, and loads of fun.  I always feel sorry for those show poodles "in hair" - they are so limited in their activity - can't let anything happen to that precious hair!  To me, it's not a good life for a dog.

Carol