Each dog owner considers his four-best friend the most beautiful, the most devoted and the most intelligent. Dogs become family members, not just best friends. They amaze with their quick-wittedness, they guess the mood of the owner, his desires, they understand at a glance and half a word. But dog handlers and dog specialists distinguish certain breeds of dogs that have high intelligence and intelligence.
Australian Cattle Dog (healer)
Austrian shepherd dogs have excellent intelligence and sensitivity. They master the commands perfectly and are able to understand the owner even by gestures. Healer is always ready to come to the rescue, she is used to always being close to a person, she copes remarkably with large herds, however, like all herding breeds.
Rottweiler
The second place ranking is Rottweiler. This big guy has excellent physical shape, quick-wittedness, sharp mind, and also harsh appearance.The first representatives of the Rottweilers participated in dog fights, but now the breed is widely used as a family dog or service dog.
This breed requires constant training and regular training. The owner with a strong hand to her will be the way. With the proper upbringing of a Rottweiler, he makes a good friend and an irreplaceable protector. In addition, the dog can be a wonderful companion and is used as a guard, shepherd, guide.
German Shepherd
Three leaders closes the universal breed - German Shepherd. This popular dog was originally engaged in the protection and grazing of livestock, but over time began to be applied in other areas. Wherever they do not use the Germans - bodyguards, guards, guides, soldiers. This is all due to the mind and good learning abilities. Dogs are very obedient, hardy, quick-witted. These are great companions, family pets and family members.
Poodle
This curly wise guy takes, though not prizes, but is at the top of the ranking. Thanks to his intellect, poodles are used as water savers, circus dogs, and truffle hunters. They are good friends and companions. Their unobtrusive, quick-witted and sharp mind always won over, and the lack of a specific smell and moulting broadened the range of their use and application.
Doberman
Doberman with his mind ranks fifth in the ranking. The dog has a balanced temperament, bred as a serious service dog, able to both protect and attack. Breeders managed to translate in this breed all the demands that were made. A dog must be constantly and actively engaged, and it also requires a strong hand of the owner. This is a brave and intelligent dog, but capable of showing stubbornness. With constant and proper training from Doberman, an excellent bodyguard and friend is obtained.
Papillon
The name of the breed in translation from French means - butterfly. The graceful ears of a dog resemble butterflies, hence the name. Papillon is considered a decorative breed, but first of all it is a dog and, despite its small size, they are vigilant at danger and are ready to defend their owner. These are clever and cute dogs, sometimes capable of fooling around and kidding, but due to their appearance, their antics come off their feet.
Labrador retriever
Labradors are very fond of children, so they often give birth to a child. First of all, it is a family dog, thanks to such qualities as balance, activity and cheerfulness. The intelligence of this breed allows you to use a dog in the service in various structures, including customs posts. Labradors have an incredibly sharp nose. Thanks to all these mental qualities, Labrador is ranked seventh.
Sheltie
These graceful dogs are very similar to collies - larger brothers. The resemblance is external, but the origin of these breeds is different. Sheltie more acts as a bell that warns of danger. A more elegant contestant at the show ring is very difficult to find. Thanks to his sharp mind, the four-legged friend copes well with complex commands and stunts.
Golden (Golden) Retriever
The penultimate place ranking on the title of the most intelligent dog is a golden retriever. These are very intelligent and beautiful dogs, and most importantly - very intelligent. They carry out all commands of the owner and are always ready to please him. They do not have an aggression gene, so this is an ideal family dog. The sensitive sense of smell of a golden retriever allows you to use them to search for explosive objects and narcotic drugs. But the most important quality of this sweet four-sided partner is benevolence and devotion.
Border Collie
Closes the top ten most intelligent border collie dogs. The first dogs of this breed lived in harsh conditions. They guarded the house, grazed cattle, and performed various other work.For many decades, active shepherd’s work has developed a great intellect in a dog, thanks to which it easily overcomes difficulties and solves a lot of problems. Even now, at home, the border collie keeps a close eye on all members of the household, acting as a shepherd. And in case of danger immediately comes to the rescue.
The owner of one of the described dogs should not think that such a four-legged companion does not need training and education. With any dog you need to constantly engage. It is necessary to develop both physical and mental abilities of the animal. To develop what nature has awarded them. And then the animal will prove itself and will prove once again that it is not in vain that it is included in the list of very intelligent dog breeds.
