--- title: "Easy-to-train dog breeds: our top 20 | Pedibase" description: "Easy-to-train dog breeds: our top 20, based on scores from our breed listings (temperament, size, average price) and verified breeders." canonical_url: "https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed-rankings/easiest-to-train" meta: "og:description": "Easy-to-train dog breeds: our top 20, based on scores from our breed listings (temperament, size, average price) and verified breeders." "og:image": "https://www.pedibase.com/og.png" "og:image:alt": "Dog and cat breeders near you" "og:image:height": "630" "og:image:width": "1200" "og:title": "Easy-to-train dog breeds: our top 20" "twitter:description": "Easy-to-train dog breeds: our top 20, based on scores from our breed listings (temperament, size, average price) and verified breeders." "twitter:image": "https://www.pedibase.com/og.png" "twitter:title": "Easy-to-train dog breeds: our top 20" --- > Index of every page on this site: [llms.txt](https://www.pedibase.com/llms.txt) Top 20 # Easy-to-train dog breeds An easy-to-train breed learns faster, especially for first-time dog owners. These breeds score well for trainability: open a profile for temperament and training tips. 1. 1 [![Golden Retriever](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/4350/pexels-photo-11106504.jpeg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/golden-retriever) ## [Golden Retriever](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/golden-retriever) A gentle, intelligent family dog, always ready to share everyday life. Trainability: 5/5Large United Kingdom [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/golden-retriever) [ 294 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-golden-retriever) 2. 2 [![German Shepherd Dog](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/4365/berger_allemand..jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/german-shepherd-dog) ## [German Shepherd Dog](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/german-shepherd-dog) A large working dog loyal, vigilant and remarkably versatile. Trainability: 5/5Large Germany [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/german-shepherd-dog) [ 259 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-german-shepherd-dog) 3. 3 [![Labrador Retriever](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/4333/portrait_of_a_labrador_retriever.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/labrador-retriever) ## [Labrador Retriever](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/labrador-retriever) A large retriever that is gentle, playful and very cooperative, ideal for an active family life. Trainability: 5/5Large United Kingdom [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/labrador-retriever) [ 166 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-labrador-retriever) 4. 4 [![Border Collie](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/4416/pexels-photo-32635798.jpeg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/border-collie) ## [Border Collie](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/border-collie) A brilliant, intense and tireless herding dog, made to work and learn. Trainability: 5/5Medium United Kingdom [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/border-collie) [ 83 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-border-collie) 5. 5 [![Poodle]()](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/poodle) ## [Poodle](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/poodle) A brilliant, elegant and versatile dog, from toy to large size. Trainability: 5/5Medium France [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/poodle) [ 73 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-poodle) 6. 6 [![English Pointer](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/8396/pointer-anglais-8.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/english-pointer) ## [English Pointer](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/english-pointer) A large elegant pointing dog, hardy and very attached to its family. Trainability: 5/5Large United Kingdom [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/english-pointer) [ 41 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-english-pointer) 7. 7 [![American Cocker Spaniel](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/9300/cocker-americain-1788178617945.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/american-cocker-spaniel) ## [American Cocker Spaniel](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/american-cocker-spaniel) A small, cheerful and elegant spaniel, very attached to its family. Trainability: 5/5Medium United States [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/american-cocker-spaniel) [ 21 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-american-cocker-spaniel) 8. 8 [![Flat-Coated Retriever](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/6118/flat-coated_retriever_at_the_water.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/flat-coated-retriever) ## [Flat-Coated Retriever](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/flat-coated-retriever) An elegant, cheerful and hardy retriever, very attached to its family. Trainability: 5/5Large United Kingdom [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/flat-coated-retriever) [ 12 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-flat-coated-retriever) 9. 9 [![Bohemian Shepherd](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/7009/berger-de-boheme-oready-krosandra-2814-29-jpg.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/bohemian-shepherd) ## [Bohemian Shepherd](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/bohemian-shepherd) An elegant, vigilant and devoted Czech shepherd, as gifted at work as with the family. Trainability: 5/5Medium Czech Republic [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/bohemian-shepherd) [ 4 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-bohemian-shepherd) 10. 10 [![Bolognese](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/8445/bichon-bolonais-8.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/bolognese) ## [Bolognese](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/bolognese) A small Italian companion, gentle, faithful and elegant, dressed in an abundant white coat. Trainability: 5/5Small Italy [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/bolognese) [ 2 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-bolognese) 11. 11 [![Little Lion Dog](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/5445/petit_chien_lion_in_riga_1.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/little-lion-dog) ## [Little Lion Dog](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/little-lion-dog) A small, lively, elegant companion dog that is very attached to its family. Trainability: 5/5Small France [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/little-lion-dog) [ 2 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-little-lion-dog) 12. 12 [![Australian Shepherd](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/4742/berger_australien_tricolore.png)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/australian-shepherd) ## [Australian Shepherd](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/australian-shepherd) A brilliant, athletic herding dog and very close to its family. Trainability: 4/5Medium United States [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/australian-shepherd) [ 450 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-australian-shepherd) 13. 13 [![Cavalier King Charles](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/4456/pexels-photo-13215910.jpeg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/cavalier-king-charles) ## [Cavalier King Charles](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/cavalier-king-charles) A small elegant, graceful and very gentle dog, deeply attached to its family. Trainability: 4/5Small United Kingdom [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/cavalier-king-charles) [ 213 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-cavalier-king-charles) 14. 14 [![English Cocker Spaniel](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/7382/cocker-spaniel-anglais-1.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/english-cocker-spaniel) ## [English Cocker Spaniel](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/english-cocker-spaniel) A cheerful, affectionate and sporty dog, highly appreciated by active families. Trainability: 4/5Medium England [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/english-cocker-spaniel) [ 168 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-english-cocker-spaniel) 15. 15 [![German Spitz](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/5825/un_chien_spitz_allemand.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/german-spitz) ## [German Spitz](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/german-spitz) A spitz-type dog, from the Wolfspitz to the Pomeranian, lively, elegant and very attached to its family. Trainability: 4/5Medium Germany [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/german-spitz) [ 167 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-german-spitz) 16. 16 [![Belgian Malinois](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/4758/chien_de_berger_belge_malinois.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/belgian-malinois) ## [Belgian Malinois](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/belgian-malinois) A lively, loyal and protective working dog, as intelligent as it is athletic. Trainability: 4/5Medium Belgium [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/belgian-malinois) [ 162 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-belgian-malinois) 17. 17 [![Miniature American Shepherd](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/5447/berger_americain.webp)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/miniature-american-shepherd) ## [Miniature American Shepherd](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/miniature-american-shepherd) Small, lively and versatile shepherd, it combines the drive of a herding dog with a more compact size. Trainability: 4/5Medium United States [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/miniature-american-shepherd) [ 133 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-miniature-american-shepherd) 18. 18 [![White Swiss Shepherd Dog](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/5489/berger_blanc_suisse.png)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/white-swiss-shepherd-dog) ## [White Swiss Shepherd Dog](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/white-swiss-shepherd-dog) An elegant white shepherd, sensitive and very attached to its family. Trainability: 4/5Large Switzerland [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/white-swiss-shepherd-dog) [ 117 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-white-swiss-shepherd-dog) 19. 19 [![English Setter](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/8154/setter-anglais-5.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/english-setter) ## [English Setter](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/english-setter) An elegant, affectionate and very active pointing dog, ideal for available and sporty households. Trainability: 4/5Large United Kingdom [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/english-setter) [ 105 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-english-setter) 20. 20 [![Brittany Spaniel](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/4162/pexels-photo-13923477.jpeg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/brittany) ## [Brittany Spaniel](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/brittany) A small French pointing dog, affectionate, athletic and always willing. Trainability: 4/5Medium France [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/brittany) [ 92 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-brittany) This ranking is based on scores from 1 to 5 assigned to each dog breed in our listings. 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