10 Of The Smartest Dog Breeds In The World

There are plenty of factors that play into whether or not your dog is a genius or not, but some breeds have been discovered to simply be smarter than others. There are a couple of genius breeds that you would be better off selecting, especially if you are interested in teaching them commands and performing in dog shows. The following ten breeds are more likely to pick up new commands, are easier to train overall, are charming, and completely affectionate to humans. Here are ten of the smartest breeds of dogs around. We highly recommend you purchase one of these the next time you want a pet.

American Foxhound

The American Foxhound is the type of dog that wins the number one spot in a national dog show. In fact, one did in 2013. They may appear similar to a Beagle, and that is because they are a distant cousin, but these beautiful canines are great at learning commands and being a friendly pet.

Border Collie

The Border Collie, along with being incredibly cute, is also highly intelligent. Originally known for being herding dogs, Collies are great at learning and are incredibly loyal pets.