The Smartest Dog Breeds

At one time or another, most of us think that our dog must be the smartest dog in the world.  At the same time I know some of us have thought that our dog can’t be all that bright!  But have you ever wondered what types of dogs are actually smarter than others?  A few years ago scientists developed and implemented an IQ test for dogs, and here are the Top 10 Smartest Dog Breeds!

10.  Australian Cattle Dog

9.  Rottweiler

8.  Papillon

7.  Labrador Retriever

6.  Shetland Sheepdog

5.  Doberman Pinscher

4.  Golden Retriever

3.  German Shepherd

2. Poodle

1.  Border Collie

So what does this mean?  Does it mean that just because you own a dog on this list, they are born knowing how to behave or they don’t need training?  Of course not, owning an intelligent dog can have its drawbacks; the smart ones are usually the dogs that give us the most problems as they are constantly finding new ways to get into trouble.  Does this mean that all dogs not on this list are dumb or cannot be trained?  Once again, the answer is no.

All dogs, just like people, learn differently than others.  Due to the numerous dog breeds, personality differences within the same breed, unknown social histories, aggression, fear, or other phobias, there is no one way to train a dog.  Training always has to be approached from a variety of different angles; it is up to the trainer to use an approach that works best for each particular dog.  The end result may be the same, but the path taken to get there may be completely different from one dog to another.

If you are looking for dog training in Austin, give Unleashed Unlimited a call and set up a FREE Demo and Evaluation.  Dog training is about communication, not only with us and our dog, but between people as well.  We will gladly discuss your issues and concerns relating to your dog, your problem areas, training goals, and everything else that is important to you and your family.