A dog's intelligence is determined, first of all, by its ability to remember and correctly execute commands.
This also includes the presence of empathy: if an animal senses the owner’s mood and behaves accordingly, this also indicates its high intelligence.
What dog breeds can be called the smartest
Rottweiler
This seemingly frightening and menacing predator is very trainable, but it should still be handled by a professional dog trainer.
An ordinary person may simply not be able to cope with the difficult character of his pet. But Rottweilers must be trained.
Otherwise, they can become dangerous to people. As for the mind, the dog singles out one owner, whom he always obeys and is distinguished by his boundless devotion.
He has an excellent memory, he quickly learns new commands. But training should be regular.
Labrador Retriever
Along with a sharp mind, there is also a big loving heart: this dog is a true friend for adults and children. She is kind, cheerful, sociable, active, loves to walk a lot, and adores physical exercise.
Representatives of this breed do not show aggression, they are friendly and affectionate. They easily remember commands, as a result of which they can be guides for the blind, as well as bloodhounds, rescuers and guards. They are also guided by the intonation of the owner, so they can react not to words, but to tone.
Doberman
An unusual breed: on the one hand, beautiful and fascinating, and on the other, frightening and scary. This is a real hunter and searcher: Dobermans are often used to search for drugs or weapons, and are also sent on the trail of a missing person.
Essentially, this is a service dog, so its intelligence is beyond doubt. But to keep the animal in shape, it needs frequent training, proper healthy nutrition, and a friendly home environment. You can't make it angry, because in some moments the Doberman can be unpredictable.
German shepherd
The smartest breed, whose representatives can also be found next to law enforcement officers. "Germans" are very cold-blooded animals, they are calm and self-possessed, very hardy.
They rarely show aggression, only in cases when the owner is in serious danger. In other cases, they can simply stop the attacker without causing him harm. This is the most recognizable large-sized dog: these are the animals that are often filmed in TV series about police officers.
Poodle
At first glance, this is just a cute home companion, a typical lap dog. But do not underestimate poodles: they are considered one of the smartest breeds. They are smart, trainable, agile, and can perform intricate circus tricks.
By nature, they are kindness itself: good-natured, cheerful, sociable, charming, energetic.
But their observation skills and good memory serve them well - the poodle watches and remembers a lot. And then effortlessly reproduces, amazing both the owners and the audience.
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Expert: Julia Tychino
