In the past I have had 4 toy poodles. They are very smart, loving and easy to train. I always kept their hair short.
I have a Chihuahua I adopted and 2 years ago I bought a Shih Tzu He is stubborn and wants to be boss, very good other than that. I keep his hair short also. I only buy them from an older lady just wanting a little spare cash. The dogs were all raised as family dogs. I love the high maintenance dogs as I think they have the best personalities. Just my opinion off course.
I would rather see the dogs groomed with short hair on the show. I watch it whenever its on.