Sorry to disappoint; this isn’t a game show about if you’re smarter than your chihuahua (who’s probably dragging their butt across the carpet right now). However, if you’re looking to see which dog breeds are smart enough to count, open a fridge, or fetch your newspaper, you’re in the right place. Some breeds are known to be good at certain things, such as working or retrieving, and many have been utilized for herding, the circus, or as therapy dogs. Of course, intelligence varies from dog to dog, but there are certain breeds that are eager to please and are easily motivated to help you (rather than take your entire home-cooked meal off of the counter!).
Also note that sometimes, intelligence can require consistency and persistent training, so definitely keep that in mind if you’re looking for a new companion. Without further ado, here are some of the world’s smartest dog breeds.
