Like humans, some dogs are naturally smarter than others. While it’s hard to say that any one pup is guaranteed to be brilliant, there are certain dog breeds that are known to be geniuses in the dog ...

Choosing your first dog is exciting, but it can also feel overwhelming. With so many breeds to consider, finding the perfect balance of intelligence, trainability, and temperament is key. Dr.

Dogs are usually much smarter than we give them credit for. Here are six of the smartest dog breeds in the world. Poodles are ...

There are some dogs that just seem to understand everything you say. You know, the ones who pick up a new trick in minutes and are always ready for a new challenge? Who sometimes seem to intuit your ...

Australian Shepherds ranked at #1, ahead of some serious contenders, including Golden and Labrador Retrievers, Border Collies ...

Dogs aren't exactly known for being brainiacs. That's more a cat's domain. But a recent study found that there's one sign your dog is more intelligent than most, and it's a pretty surprising skill. It ...

As I was reading a recent report describing research on the testing of dog intelligence I was reminded of an experience that I had some 15 or 20 years ago. I was visiting a respected breeder of German ...

The humble dog has been adapting and evolving alongside humanity since before we learned agriculture and how to make our own tools. This long history means dogs are incredible at human-canine ...

At a recent neighborhood gathering I found myself chatting with a woman who told me, "Dogs are really smart. My dog Robbie can read my moods better than my eight-year-old son Steven." Her part of the ...

100 Smartest Dog Breeds in the World originally appeared on PetHelpful. If you're a prospective parent researching which types of dog breeds to adopt, intelligence is likely one of your most important ...