Of course we would all like to believe that our dog is the smartest dog in the world but honestly there are some breeds that usually are more intelligent then others and of course, there are some dogs that are just plain stupid as stupid is… I had one like that when I was a child. I still loved him just the same though.
In this article I will give you the top ten count down of the most intelligent dogs in the world. Do not be too concerned if your dog does not appear in either of these lists, as sometimes it is not always an advantage to have an intelligent dog. As expected, the more intelligent dogs generally need more stimulation or they will get bored and this can cause problems, particularly if they are left at home during the day when you are at work.
So lets start our count down with the tenth most intelligent dog…
Tenth on the list is the Australian Cattle Dog
The Australian Cattle Dog was originally bred for herding cattle, just as their name suggests. Obviously to be tenth on the list they are very intelligent, but they need to be stimulated, as one would expect from an intelligent dog. They are happy when they are working, as they need regular exercise and mental stimulation.
Ninth on the list is the Rottweiler.
Contrary to popular belief, the Rottweiler is actually a great family dog, and is not quite as fearsome as many people are led to believe. There are a highly intelligent dogs and respond well to training.
The eighth dog on the list of intelligence is the Papillon.
Like the Australian cattle dog the Papillon is very protective of its owner and makes a lovable and intelligent pet. And as with most intelligent dogs they are relatively easy to train.
Number seven on the list is the Labrador Retriever.
These are one of the most popular family dogs because of their good nature, which allows them to socialize well with other dogs and more importantly, children. Like the previous dogs on the list, Labradors need exercise, and particularly in their case, without exercise they tend to gain excessive weight.
Number six on our list of intelligent dogs is the Shetland sheepdog.
Like the Australian Cattle Dog the Shetland sheepdog were originally bred for herding cattle and sheep. Obviously to do this well they need some intelligence and that is why they have ended at number six on our list. They’re not quite as good at socializing with other people or children but are excellent pets in their own family.
And at number five on that list is the Doberman.
It is important that the Doberman is trained early on in its life, as they can be quite temperamental. If they are trained they can be great family dogs and really good with children despite their reputation. They are highly intelligent, and like many intelligent dogs are very protective of their master and family.
Number four is the Golden Retriever.
It is often regarded as one of the most popular breeds of dog. They are great with children and are a very loyal and loving dog. It is not uncommon to see Golden Retrievers winning dog competitions where intelligence is of importance.
At number three it is the German Shepard!
The German Shepard is a dog that is often associated with police work and it is chosen for its police work due to its high intelligence. They make great family dogs and love children. They need to be kept busy with work or some form of stimulation otherwise they can become depressed and unhappy. They need to know who their master is from a young age to ensure both they and the family get the most out of their relationship.
The Poodle comes in at number two!
The second most intelligent dog might surprise a lot of people. Not only for the fact that they are highly intelligent, but also because they are one of the easiest dogs to train. They love people, and because of this they don’t like to be left alone. They are very protective and can become quite vicious if anybody encroaches upon their property or territory.
And the number one all-time most intelligent dog of all is the Border Collie!
The Border Collie is another dog that is often seen winning competitions. They are highly intelligent, but along with that intelligence comes the need for them to be stimulated regularly.
They are happiest when they are working or performing in competitions or dog trials. So there you go, if you have a Border Collie, you know you have the most intelligent dog in the world, provided of course, that you have trained it well.
Shetland Sheepdog
* The Amazing Skidboot is the smartest dog you’ll ever see. He gained worldwide fame with his tricks, but had to give up performing once he started going blind.
Skidboot died in 2007, but David Hartwig continues to perform with several of Skidboot’s offspring.
Texas Country Reporter episode #860, 2/21/2004.
The Amazing Skidboot (Texas Country Reporter)
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Skidboot left this life on Mar. 25, 2007. He was an inspiration and gave joy the millions worldwide
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amazing
About 15 or so years ago, my (now EX) husband and I went to the Texas state fair. Skidboot was there doing a show. David asked for a volunteer to race Skidboot, and picked my husband. My husband lost. Fun day.
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6 months ago a new darlin came into my life. Her name is Lexi, a 1 and a 1/2 year old Blue Tick Queensland Heeler, aka Cattle Dog. Skidboot was a Cattle Dog, too. I've had so many different breeds of dogs over the past 40+ years, from cradle to grave, and I can say with absolute certainty, the AKC didn't rank the Cattle Dog #7 in the top ten of smartest breeds for nothin. I love all the dogs the Lord trusted to my care, but none were ever as smart as Lexi. I've never seen anything like it. Give a direction once, and the second time she 'gets it'! And their nature is so kind and touching. Nothing makes Lexi happier than to be hangin out with me all the time. Obstacle course training once the dog park dries out. Not one to deny myself some fun, frisbee's on deck, too! If you're looking for a breed of dog to bring into your life a Cattle Dog is a wonderful choice. Get ready to be 'talked to' when they pull your arm after you ask, "Do you wanna go outside?" She makes it easy for me to go down and back up 3 flights of stairs; she carries her own leash to the outside door to go out, then takes it once we get back inside!!
Dogs are so fricken awesome.
For years after Titus died, I had a recurring dream. I was coming out of woods onto a Beach. On this beach was a drift log. Titus was sitting behind it, his back to the Ocean, his chin resting on the log, facing me. I could see him but though his eyes were directly facing me, he could not see me. But, the look on his face said it all, and today, more than twenty years later, I can still hear Titus' mind saying: "Where are you? Why haven't you come for me?"
When my Lord & Savior finally does call ME home, after I have met God, the NEXT living thing I want to see is Titus. I'll put a Bear Hug on him, and I won't let go for the first Thousand years!
I'm glad I have my own little Skidboot!
it is an amazing breed but he had an amazing owner also
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