I have 4 Papillons, Sydney, Kona, Max and Bear. The 3 boys are my lovers, my girl is more aloof. They are a high energy, smart breed. Although I love big dogs, our yard is too small to accomodate a big dog. They certainly are allot of fun and allot less trouble than kids in many ways (My youngest is 18...time for her to be more independant!)
While sewing, or playing my horn or whatever I'm doing, I always have my 4 shadows. All 4 sleep with us, the girl-Sydney on the floor, the other 3 nustled up with me. :-)