All About Dog's

Where's your pooch on How Smart Is Your Dog? list?

1. Border Collie :

A workaholic, this breed is

the world's premier sheep herder,

prized for its intelligence,

extraordinary instinct, and

working ability.

2. Poodle :

Exceptionally smart and active.

Bred to retrieve things from the water.

The miniature variety may have been used for

truffle hunting.

3. German Shepherd :

The world's leading police,

guard, and military dog --

and a loving family companion and herder.

4. Golden Retriever :

Intelligent and eager to please.

Bred as a hunting companion;

ideal as a guide and as assistance with

search-and-rescue operations.

5. Doberman Pinscher :

Known for its stamina and speed.

Bred to be a guardian and in demand as a police and war dog.

6. Shetland Sheepdog :

The "Sheltie" is essentially a miniature working Collie.

A rough-coated,

longhaired working breed

that is

keenly intelligent.

Excels in herding.

7. Labrador Retriever :

An ideal sporting

and

family dog.

Gentle

and

intelligent.

8. Papillon :

A happy,

alert breed that

isn't shy or aggressive.

Known as Dwarf Spaniels in the

16^th and 17^th centuries, they

reach 8-11 inches high.

9. Rottweiler :

Robust and powerful, the breed is happiest with a job.

Suitable as a

police dog,

herder,

service dog,

therapy dog, obedience competitor, and devoted companion

10. Australian Cattle Dog :

Happiest doing a job like herding,

obedience,

or agility.

Energetic

and

intelligent.