The top 10 most intelligent dog breeds!

Intelligence varies from dog to dog, but some breeds excel at learning and cooperation. Discover the top 10 and see which breed fits your lifestyle.

1. Border Collie

Exceptionally inquisitive and agile; excels at herding and dog sports.

Border Collie

2. Poodle

Elegant AND smart; versatile trainable for sports, shows and auxiliary tasks.

Poodle in the woods

3. German Shepherd

Loyal, brave and quick-learning; widely used as a service and tracking dog.

German Shepherd

4. Golden Retriever

Friendly and obedient; popular as a service dog and in rescue work.

Golden Retriever

5. Dobermann

Vigilant, obedient and energetic; strong in obedience and protection.

Dobermann

6. Shetland Sheepdog (Sheltie).

Alert shepherd in compact size; likes mental challenge and training.

Shetland Sheepdog

7. Labrador Retriever

Gentle and reliable; widely used as a guide and assistance dog.

Labrador puppy

8. Papillon (Butterfly dog)

Small but brilliant; fond of agility and mind games.

Papillon

9. Rottweiler

Confident and eager to learn; suitable for tracking and sport with proper guidance.

Rottweiler puppy

10. Australian Shepherd

Working multitalented; brilliant at herding and dog sports.

Australian Shepherd

No time for a dog of your own, but a fan of smart breeds? Schedule a match with a dog sitter in your area and find out which type suits you.

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