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Top 10 Smartest Dogs

1.Border Collie 
  • Personality: Remarkably smart workaholics; not averse to a good cuddle.
  • Energy Level: The uncanny intelligence, athleticism, and trainability of Border Collies have a perfect outlet in agility work.
  • Good with Children: Better with Older Children
  • Good with other Dogs: Yes
  • Shedding: Seasonal
  • Grooming: Weekly
  • Trainability: Eager To Please
  • Height: 19-22 inches (male), 18-21 inches (female)
  • Weight: 30-45 pounds (male), 27-42 pounds (female) 
  • Life Expectancy: 10-17 years
  • Barking Level: Barks When Necessary


2.Poodle 


  • Personality: Proud, active and very smart.
  • Energy Level: Very Active; Poodles are enthusiastic walkers, runners, and swimmers. They're eager for all kinds of activity, and they enjoy keeping busy.
  • Good with Children: Yes
  • Good with other Dogs: With Supervision
  • Shedding: Infrequent, Hypoallergenic
  • Grooming: Daily
  • Trainability: Eager To Please
  • Height: 10 inches & under (toy), 10-15 inches (miniature), over 15 inches (standard)
  • Weight: 4-6 pounds (toy), 10-15 pounds (miniature), 60-70 pounds (male standard), 40-50 pounds (female standard)
  • Life Expectancy: 10-18 years
  • Barking Level: Barks When Necessary


3.German Shepherd Dog 


  • Personality: Smart, confident, courageous, and steady; a true dog lover's dog
  • Energy Level: Very Active; These big guys were born to work; they require regular mental and physical exercise
  • Good with Children: Yes
  • Good with other Dogs: With Supervision
  • Shedding: Frequent
  • Grooming: Occasional
  • Trainability: Eager To Please
  • Height: 24-26 inches (male), 22-24 inches (female)
  • Weight: 65-90 pounds (male), 50-70 pounds (female)
  • Life Expectancy: 7-10 years
  • Barking Level: Barks When Necessary




4.Golden Retriever 


Personality: Intelligent, friendly, and devoted.

Energy Level: Very Active; This dog is active and energetic and needs daily exercise.

Good with Children: Yes

Good with other Dogs: Yes

Shedding: Seasonal

Grooming: Occasional

Trainability: Eager To Please

Height: 23-24 inches (male), 21.5-22.5 inches (female)

Weight: 65-75 pounds (male), 55-65 pounds (female)

Life Expectancy: 10-12 years

Barking Level: Barks When Necessary




5.Doberman Pinscher 


  • Personality: Alert, fearless, loyal, and highly trainable
  • Energy Level: Very Active; Dobes are energetic dogs who need regular exercise to keep their magnificent physique
  • Good with Children: Yes
  • Good with other Dogs: With Supervision
  • Shedding: Seasonal
  • Grooming: Occasional
  • Trainability: Eager To Please
  • Height: 26-28 inches (male), 24-26 inches (female)
  • Weight: 75-100 pounds (male), 60-90 pounds (female)
  • Life Expectancy: 10-12 years
  • Barking Level: Barks When Necessary




6.Shetland Sheepdog 


  • Personality: Bright, playful, and energetic
  • Energy Level: Very Active; Shelties enjoy a good run; tap into their herding heritage with tasked-based exercise
  • Good with Children: Yes
  • Good with other Dogs: Yes
  • Shedding: Seasonal
  • Grooming: Weekly
  • Trainability: Eager To Please
  • Height: 13-16 inches
  • Weight: 15-25 pounds
  • Life Expectancy: 12-14 years
  • Barking Level: Likes To Be Vocal





7.Labrador Retriever


Personality: Friendly and outgoing, Labs play well with others

Energy Level: Very Active; Labs are high-spirited and not afraid to show it

Good with Children: Yes

Good with other Dogs: With Supervision

Shedding: Seasonal

Grooming: Occasional

Trainability: Eager To Please

Height: 22.5-24.5 inches (male), 21.5-23.5 inches (female)

Weight: 65-80 pounds (male), 55-70 pounds (female)

Life Expectancy: 10-12 years

Barking Level: Barks When Necessary





8.Papillon 


  • Personality: Happy, alert, friendly
  • Energy Level: Very Active; Curious, quick, and athletic, Paps like exercise and take to training
  • Good with Children: Yes
  • Good with other Dogs: With Supervision
  • Shedding: Seasonal
  • Grooming: Occasional
  • Trainability: Eager To Please
  • Height: 8-11 inches
  • Weight: 5-10 pounds
  • Life Expectancy: 14-16 years
  • Barking Level: Barks When Necessary





9.Bloodhound 


  • Personality: Sweet, easygoing, friendly to all; intense when working
  • Energy Level: Somewhat Active; a much around the house, but relentless and stubborn on the trail
  • Good with Children: Better with Supervision
  • Good with other Dogs: With Supervision
  • Shedding: Frequent
  • Grooming: Occasional
  • Trainability: Response Well
  • Height: 25-27 inches (male), 23-25 inches (female)
  • Weight: 90-110 pounds (male), 80-100 pounds (female)
  • Life Expectancy: 7-9 years
  • Barking Level: Barks When Necessary






10.Rottweiler 


  • Personality: Reserved with strangers and affectionate and loyal with his family.
  • Energy Level: The Rottie needs at least two solid workouts daily; he would really appreciate it if these always included you! 
  • Good with Children: Better with Supervision
  • Good with other Dogs: With Supervision
  • Shedding: Seasonal
  • Grooming: Occasional
  • Trainability: Response Well
  • Height: 24-27 inches (male), 22-25 inches (female)
  • Weight: 110-130 pounds (male), 77-110 pounds (female) 
  • Life Expectancy: 8-10 years
  • Barking Level: Barks When Necessary
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