Smartest Dog Breeds: Dogs make really good best friends for many people, actually, all of us who own a dog. They are known for their intelligence and trainability. You would think that your beagle is the smartest dog breed and the Doberman next door is filled with sturdiness, but take a second to again think over it, beagles are one of the least trainable dogs and Doberman, on the other hand, are one of the most trainable dogs. So, what your dog or your neighbour’s dog is behaving like doesn’t affect the trainability of the dog.
Well, the dog’s intelligence is based on the purpose of their breeding. A dog which was bred for hunting would obviously have higher IQ levels than a dog bred for just scenting. That’s why dog’s IQ level is highly based on the purpose of their breeding. No matter what they are bred for as of now but the purpose of breeding when they really originated. Stanley Coran in his bestselling book ‘The Intelligence of Dogs’ focuses on the trainability of the dog as their sign of intelligence.
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Smartest Dog Breeds
The following list of Smartest Dog Breeds is those who learnt the command of the trainer with less than 5 repetitions and obeyed them with an accuracy rate of 95% or more. Let’s begin with our rankings…
Border Collie
Originating from the borders of Britain and Scotland, Border Collie is named as the most intelligent dog breeds. They are considered highly intelligent (obviously), energetic, acrobatic and athletic. This medium-sized dog breed has a long coat which makes them really suitable for cold places but they can struggle to adapt themselves in a hot environment. With their extraordinary instincts, they are always alert and alarmed. Their working ability and never-ending energy can make their owners fit too. Because of their intelligence, they need a whole lot of mental stimulation. Yeah, that was our first dog in the list of the smartest dog breeds.
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Poodle
Poodle, an elegant and proud breed, holds the second position in the list of Stanley Coran. Trust me with this breed, you can win a ton of best in show awards in dog shows. In this cute furball, you’ll find a real family entertainer and a best friend with a long history and hidden talents. Well, they too can get destructible if their mental and physical needs are not completed. The poodle comes in three different sizes; Medium, Small and Toy. They are highly adaptable to your lifestyle and schedule but the only thing is that their needs should be completed. If you are an active person and believe that you can give them proper mental and physical stimulation, then poodle can be your desired and best breed for you.
German Shepherd
GSDs are often seen as a police dog or a guard dog. They are highly trainable that’s why they are used as a utility breed. Standing at 26 inches GSDs honestly look like a gentlemen’s dog. These furballs come with a double coat and that can make them a bit uneasy in harsh summers. They are perfect family dogs, they can act as a nanny to children (if they are trained and socialized properly) and as a best friend to their caretaker and loved ones. These sturdy and handsome breeds are known for their intelligence, loyalty, courage, confidence and their love for their family. It is said that German Shepherds can give their life for their loved ones. So, if you have plenty of space to keep this handsome hunk you should have one of them.
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Golden Retriever
We have got another large breed in our list. Golden Retrievers are one of the most loved breeds in the nation, and for that fact, they are the most loved in the world too. These cute, large and muscular beings are blessed with a really shiny coat. The twist is that their coat is thin which makes them adaptable to high-temperature areas. They are such adorable creatures. They are known as the family dog of the world. Their trainable, social and lovable qualities make them really suitable for a family with kids and even elderly people. Their puppies behaviour in adulthood would win your heart.
Doberman Pinscher
You can define a Doberman in just some words, a muscular, fast and muscular dog. They have a slim and trim muscular body, but their shiny coat would surely make you say Woah! Doberman got their start in the late 19th century when a ticket collector named Louis Doberman of Germany wanted to have a medium-sized dog as his companion. They come in plenty of colours which are obviously so much suitable for them. These sleek sutures would surely be very possessive about you or their loved ones. If they are socialized and trained properly, they can be a really good companion to you and surely would guard you like no one can.
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So these were the list of the top 5 dog breeds as per their intelligence, rather a trainability. This list is based in the best selling book of Stanley Coran ‘The Intelligence of Dogs’. As you are looking at this list I think that you would be adding a new family member. So, it would be my advice to go with the breed that is compatible with your needs, schedule and moreover you.
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