Top 10 Most Intelligent Dogs

The intelligence of a specific dog is measured in a number of ways which is done by using a canine IQ test. The dog is tested on its’ problem-solving, train-ability, learning abilities as well as obedience.  

In order from most intelligent dog:

                                             # 1 Border Collie

                                            # 2 Poodle

                                    # 3 German Shepherd

                                  # 4 Golden Retriever

                                     # 5 Shetland Sheepdog

                                  # 6 Labrador Retriever

# 7 Papillion

                                                # 8 Doberman

                                         # 9 Rottweiler

                                   # 10 Australian Cattle Dog

Top Ten Most Popular Dog Breeds

Top Ten Most Popular Dog Breeds

This list of the top ten most popular dog breeds is based on the AKC dog registration statistics for 2012.

#1. Labrador Retriever

 

 

#2. German Shepherd

 

 

#3. Golden Retriever

 

#4. Beagle

 

#5. Bulldog

 

 

 

#6. Yorkshire Terrier

#7. Boxer

#8. Poodle

#9. Rottweiler

#10. Dachshund

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Interesting Facts about German Shepherds

Country/Region of Origin: Germany

Life span: 10 – 13 years

Weight: 49 – 88 pounds (22 – 40kg)

Gestation: 60 – 65 days

 

 

Health issues in German Shepherds:

 

• Elbow and Hip dysplasia.
• Von Willebrands Disease (Bleeding disorder)
• Haemophilia A (bleeding disorder)
• Epilepsy
• CDRM, a disease similar to Multiple Sclerosis
• Degenerative Myelopathy (disorder of the spinal cord)
• Bloat and gastric disorders
• Cancers
• Congenital heart disease
• Anal Furunculosis

Interesting Facts on German Shepherds:

 

German Shepherds were originally bred to herd sheep and protect them from predators.

They are now bred to work as police dogs for sniffing out bombs and drugs.

German Shepherds make excellent guard dogs and are also used as guide dogs for the visually impaired.

The German Shepherd is the third most intelligent dog in the world. 1st is the Border Collie, 2nd is the Poodle.

They are also known as Alsatian Wolf Dogs.

As can be seen by the name, they originated From Germany in 1899 and were brought across to the USA in 1906.

Former US President John Kennedy had a German Shepherd called ‘Clipper’.

Rin Tin Tin was a famous German Shepherd that played in 26 movies.