10 Of The Smartest Dog Breeds

Border collies have the nickname “herding eye”, because of the intense look they use to stare down and herd animals. Border collies are also very energetic, hard-working, very focused, and affectionate dogs.

Poodles are very smart, and they’re also devoted companions and very active and playful. Because of their intelligence poodles are very easy to train, and they were first used for retrieving game during a hunt.

German Shepherd is a very courageous dog breed. Smart and strong they are often used as police and service dogs. Saying that they are also very devoted family pets and, maybe this will surprise you, but they are good and gentle with the kids.

 Very loving companions and one of the nation’s favourite dogs. Smart, sporty, and always focused, they often work as rescue dogs.

Smart, strong, and very fast, it’s probably no surprise that they are used as police dogs, but they also become faithful war dogs.

Shetland sheepdogs are very loving family dogs who love to play with the kids. They are reserved towards people they don’t know, and this makes them great watch and guard dogs.

Family friendly and gentle with kids. They are very popular and in high demand as family pets. They are very intelligent, faithful, and obedient which make them excellent guide dogs.

Papillon means “butterfly” in French, and the breed has been named like this because of their ears. They are small and happy dogs. Fast, smart and quick to learn all the tricks.

Bloodhound are well known for their distinctive look, determination, and sense of smell. They are also independent and friendly.

 Rottweilers have a loving nature and are very loyal and highly obedient. For that reason, they are well suited as a service, guide dog or even a therapy dog.