Living up North here we have a lot of hunters I was surprised to hear that poodles can make good hunting dogs. Some of the hunting has been bred out of them as they have become a pet more and not used for hunting.
Actually having a poodle as a good hunting dogs can add some fun for the whole family as you can still dress up your hunting dig in the latest do and still have the enjoyment of taking your pet out into the field. This may also be a perfect hunting dog for women who love to give their pooch a fancy cut. A momma can still spoil her pet with all the fancy outfits and then Dad can take to hunting dog out for a morning of looking for game.
Poodles love to be trained and have been in the circus and have been trick dogs. The simple truth is they are eager to be trained and are usually a little smarter than most dogs.
In the market for a family farm Consider a poodle you will have a well rounded friend that can adapt to just about any situation.