Top 10 Smartest Dogs

Let us have a look at the top 10 most intelligent dogs making them the man best friend of all time.

 

1. Border Collie

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The Border Collie is the workaholic of the dog world. It is the world’s premier sheep herder and is often valued and esteemed for its intelligence, amazing instincts and great working ability. If you are up for a dog that is energetic and requires exercise beyond a simple walk, this dog is for you. Shepherds have been using it for centuries to maintain large flocks of sheep.

2. Poodle

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A lot of us may be surprised by the inclusion of the poodle and at the top spot at that. Your minds are playing tricks on you. The Poodle has to be your best choice of smart dog breed next to Border Collie.

Often equated for its beauty and not its brain, It is actually used as rescue and hunting dog. It excels in obedience training and is exceptionally smart and active.

One who buys this dog does not limit him/herself to size and colour. The poodle comes in the form of 3 sizes (standard, miniature and water retriever) and in a variety of colours. The options are infinite and will definitely have you entertained.

 

3. German Shepherd

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German Shepherds are one of the most admired and shrewdest dog breeds in the United States. Not only are they tremendously intelligent, but they are exceptional work and family dogs as well. They are compliant enough to be shielding and extremely loyal. A working GSD will come home to play with children in their family and impulsively sense when and how to proceed in each situation.

The history of the breed goes back to 1889 at a dog show in Germany. The dogs exhibited the grace, power, and patience and strength that are essential.

They see the families as part of their pack; because of this they have a strong caring instinct. This leads them to be doubtful of strangers. Compliance training is still vital to conform your dog to controlled behaviour when essential.

 

4. Golden Retriever

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Don’t confuse this breed of dog with Labrador Retrievers. The Golden Retrievers are very popular as companion dogs.  Mainly used for hunting, this dog perfectly fits the description of sniff dogs, guide dogs and even as rescue dog as well.

The dog was brought to the public through movies and television. They have been continuously illustrated as adorable puppies with a gentleness and intelligent curiosity.

You may have noticed this dog before. The dog acts as a guide dog for the blind. Moreover they are good as police dogs that sniff for narcotics and other suspicious elements in airports. If you see a blind person walking with a white dog like this, it is a golden retriever.

 

5. Doberman Pinscher

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This dog breed takes on the 5th spot. It is another German breed that has made to the top 10 list. It is the perfect breed of a dog which is both fierce and loyal. The modern Dobermann Pinscher is an energetic and lively breed suitable for companionship and family life.

 

6. Shetland Sheepdog

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The Shetland sheepdog is exceptionally intelligent, sensitive and is always eager to please. This makes the dog one of the most obedient, quick to learn and one of the most devoted to its family. Gentle, frisky, amiable and sociable, it also makes an excellent companion for kids. One thing that you should know is that it is reserved and timid toward strangers, barking a lot.

 

7. Labrador Retriever

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Friendly, affectionate and good spirited, the Labrador retriever is one of the most popular breeds in the United States. A large “sporting” breed, it has often been used to hunt and retrieve birds and now as a companion dog. The retriever is highly looked upon for its good nature, easy trainability and intelligence.

The Labrador retriever is also good-natured and gentle enough to live with children and other dogs.  However, one should know that some breed lines are hyperactive. With other dogs it socializes at an early age; however, it has a tendency to be jealousy.

 

8. Papillon

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This breed of dog is also known as the Continental Toy Spaniel, a bread of dogs of Spaniel type.  It is known as the smartest and the cutest breed among all types of dogs. These dog breeds has been used as symbol of elegance and is the preferred dog breed of royalties.

They are well-known from their intelligence and competition winning characteristics. They work their finest in competitions, therapy and service works.

 

9. Rottweiler

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These are breeds that are considered as erstwhile vicious and fierce animals. This type is popularly used as police dogs and rescue dogs. They can also carry large heavy objects and can be relied upon as protector of precious properties.

 

10. Australian Cattle Dog

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This breed of dogs are very popular for being one of the smartest dog breeds. They have been widely used in Australia in herding cattle which is the concrete proof of their level of intelligence.

They are courageous, tireless, robust and compact working dogs. Their loyalty and bravery are exceptional. This dog is not for sitting on your living room carpet. They require daily exercise and 15 minute walks.

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11 Responses

  1. Toddsworth

    The dog breed with the highrst IQ is the Jindo (a Korean breed). In March 2001 the Dept of Psychology @ Duke University teamed up with the Dept of Animal Husbandry @ Texas A&M to study intellegence of several selected dog breeds. The outcome of the study ranked the Jindo 1st, Poodle 2nd. There was not even a close 3rd, because all other breeds were determined to be about the same.

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  2. Caitlyn

    Bahaha. I have a Golden Retriever. He’s one of the dumbest dogs I’ve ever known… but I love him. :3

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  3. Paul

    The Akita is the most intelligent breed. It is capable of independent thought and reasoning beyond any other breed

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  4. jim

    I THINK THE AKITA IS THE MOST INTELLIGENT DOG EVER TESTED BY PEOPLE.
    Border Collie is good dog but AKITA is SMARTER and stronger. Akita will never cheat the owner. Always responds fast and outperform the Border Collie. Border collie is good for a field competition but in real life Akita is the boss if you compare them in the same level of professional training.

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  5. arien

    i think the doberman pinchter is the first most cutest dogs evr!!!!! i love yo jasper!!!!!!!!!!

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  6. arianna

    jasper is soo cute sooo smart sooo agresseve and superduper speacial he is myh little devil doggie he is soo sdorible!! ilove you jasperanian!!!!

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  7. arianna

    i think jim and paul are wrong. he is very beutiful and intellegent everybody else who agrees rules the world!!!

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