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Page 20 March Edition Seven Lakes News<br />

The Smartest Dog Breeds<br />

In 1994, a psychology professor<br />

and researcher by the name of<br />

Stanley Coren set out to answer<br />

every dog lover‘s burning question:<br />

What is the smartest dog breed?<br />

But as it turns out, there are breeds<br />

of all shapes and sizes in the list<br />

of the top smartest dogs. The top<br />

dogs all possess the ability to learn<br />

commands in five tries or less and<br />

obey the first command 95% of<br />

the time or better. So who is the<br />

smartest dog out there? Here are<br />

the most intelligent dog breeds.<br />

pinschers are known for their sleek<br />

appearance and sharp intelligence.<br />

Originally bred to accompany tax<br />

collectors in 19th century Germany<br />

(a risky job), this breed has earned<br />

a reputation as hard-working<br />

Shetland Sheepdog<br />

Yet another herder on the list,<br />

shelties, make for some of the<br />

smartest dogs around thanks to<br />

their bright and eager nature.<br />

Labrador Retriever<br />

Not only is the lab one of the<br />

most intelligent dog breeds, it‘s<br />

also the most popular in America!<br />

And for good reason: Its easygoing<br />

personality paired with sharp<br />

intelligence makes for a winning<br />

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Border Collie<br />

If the dog park was a high<br />

school, the border collie would<br />

be valedictorian, MVP, and voted<br />

most likeable. Known for their<br />

athleticism, trainability, and<br />

intelligence, it‘s no surprise this<br />

breed takes the top spot.<br />

Poodle<br />

More than just perfectly groomed<br />

fluff, the poodle unjustly became<br />

known as a froufrou breed when in<br />

reality, they are athletic, eager, and<br />

as the American Kennel Club puts<br />

it, wickedly smart.”<br />

German Shepherd<br />

Known for their loyalty and courage,<br />

German shepherds often work<br />

alongside humans in critical roles,<br />

be it as part of search-and-rescue<br />

teams, military and police service,<br />

or disability assistance.<br />

Golden Retiever<br />

Not only one of the most intelligent<br />

dogs, but also one of the most<br />

popular breeds in the U.S., golden<br />

retrievers epitomize man‘s best<br />

friend. Originally bred as gundogs<br />

in Scotland, this bubbly breed is<br />

eager to please and therefore easy<br />

to train.<br />

Doberman pinschers<br />

Brains and braun, Doberman<br />

Papillons<br />

the smallest breed on the list,<br />

some papillons clock in at just 8<br />

inches tall. But don‘t let its petite<br />

stature fool you; their bloodline<br />

can be traced back to sporting<br />

spaniels, making them champions<br />

in agility and wit.<br />

Rottweiler<br />

An aloof demeanor can lead the<br />

outside world to believe this smart<br />

breed is intimidating, but owners<br />

get to see the downright goofy<br />

nature of these surprisingly cuddly<br />

companions.<br />

Ausie Cattle Dog<br />

Owners of this breed should be<br />

up for an intellectual challenge<br />

themselves. The American Kennel<br />

Club reports this breed is known to<br />

outsmart their owners with ease.<br />

By: Victoria Levinger<br />

South Living<br />

CLEO<br />

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surrounding and am a wee bit shy<br />

at the moment.<br />

But I’m coming out of my shell<br />

a little more every day. I know<br />

I’ll shine once I find a special<br />

someone to love me.<br />

CARROT<br />

My name is Carrot and if I don’t<br />

say so myself, I’m a little love bug, I<br />

love to talk and just love attention.<br />

She’ll be wonderful with a special<br />

someone to take some time with<br />

her to let her know she’s loved and<br />

protected and she will blossom.<br />

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