Top 10: What are the most intelligent dog breeds?
You might think yours is the smartest dog around, but how does she compare to these intelligent dog breeds?
Source: The Intelligence of Dogs by Dr Stanley Coren
1. Border collie
Bred for: herding sheep
Best In Show wins at Crufts: No wins
2. Poodle
Bred for: duck hunting
Best In Show wins at Crufts: Six wins
3. German shepherd
Bred for: herding sheep
Best In Show wins at Crufts: Three wins
4. Golden retriever
Bred for: retrieving waterfowl
Best In Show wins at Crufts: No wins
5. Doberman pinscher
Bred for: guarding
Best In Show wins at Crufts: No wins
6. Shetland sheepdog
Bred for: herding
Best In Show wins at Crufts: No wins
7. Labrador retriever
Bred for: retrieving waterfowl
Best In Show wins at Crufts: Three wins
8. Papillon
Bred for: companionship
Best In Show wins at Crufts: No wins
9. Rottweiler
Bred for: driving cattle and guarding
Best In Show wins at Crufts: No wins
10. Australian cattle dog
Bred for: driving cattle
Best In Show wins at Crufts: No wins
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