Most intelligent dogs breeds

1. 1

   Akita Inu

   Noble and faithful Japanese dog, the Akita Inu combines calm, dignity and a strong character.

   Intelligence: 5/5Large Japan

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2. 2

   Altdeutscher Schäferhund

   An old-type German Shepherd, rustic, versatile and very attached to its owner.

   Intelligence: 5/5Large Germany

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3. 3

   American Staffordshire Terrier

   An athletic, loyal and affectionate terrier that requires a firm, gentle and responsible education.

   Intelligence: 5/5Large United States

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4. 4

   Beauceron

   A large French shepherd dog, loyal, deterrent and remarkably versatile.

   Intelligence: 5/5Large France

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5. 5

   German Shepherd Dog

   A large working dog loyal, vigilant and remarkably versatile.

   Intelligence: 5/5Large Germany

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6. 6

   Miniature American Shepherd

   Small, lively and versatile shepherd, it combines the drive of a herding dog with a more compact size.

   Intelligence: 5/5Medium United States

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7. 7

   Australian Shepherd

   A brilliant, athletic herding dog and very close to its family.

   Intelligence: 5/5Medium United States

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8. 8

   Belgian Shepherd Dog (Groenendael)

   A black shepherd, elegant and vigilant, as brilliant at work as he is attached to his family.

   Intelligence: 5/5Large Belgium

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9. 9

   Belgian Shepherd Dog (Laekenois)

   The rarest of the Belgian Shepherds, rustic, loyal, lively and naturally protective.

   Intelligence: 5/5Large Belgium

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10. 10

    Belgian Malinois

    A lively, loyal and protective working dog, as intelligent as it is athletic.

    Intelligence: 5/5Medium Belgium

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11. 11

    Belgian Shepherd Dog (Tervuren)

    An elegant, vigilant and tireless Belgian Shepherd, as gifted for work as he is devoted to his family.

    Intelligence: 5/5Large Belgium

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12. 12

    White Swiss Shepherd Dog

    An elegant white shepherd, sensitive and very attached to its family.

    Intelligence: 5/5Large Switzerland

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13. 13

    Portuguese Sheepdog

    A rustic, intelligent and tireless Portuguese Shepherd, built for work and wide open spaces.

    Intelligence: 5/5Medium Portugal

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14. 14

    Maltese

    A small elegant, affectionate and lively companion with a long silky white coat.

    Intelligence: 5/5Small Italy

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15. 15

    Blue Bay Shepherd

    A large American shepherd, often blue or merle, athletic and very close to humans.

    Intelligence: 5/5Large United States

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16. 16

    Border Collie

    A brilliant, intense and tireless herding dog, made to work and learn.

    Intelligence: 5/5Medium United Kingdom

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17. 17

    Weimaraner

    Also called Weimaraner, this athletic German pointing dog combines energy, scenting ability and attachment to its family.

    Intelligence: 5/5Large Germany

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18. 18

    French Pointer

    A sociable, gentle, sensitive, hardy pointing dog that is very attached to its family.

    Intelligence: 5/5Large France

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19. 19

    Italian Pointer

    The Italian Pointer is a large hunting dog, powerful, harmonious and well muscled.

    Intelligence: 5/5Large Italy

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20. 20

    Poodle

    A brilliant, elegant and versatile dog, from toy to large size.

    Intelligence: 5/5Medium France

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This ranking is based on the 1-to-5 scores given to each dog breed in our breed pages. If scores are tied, breeds are ranked alphabetically.