Every kind of dog is great in its own unique way. But some people want to adopt a dog that they know is super smart. The 20 breeds below are all great choices, for different reasons.

Smart dogs are great. Yes, you can judge a dog purely by its looks, but there’s nothing like having a dog that learns quick, can tell human emotions and can be trusted to act nice.

The 20 dog breeds below are all super smart. They also possess other fine attributes that will endear them to the right owners:

1. Border Collies

Professor Stanley Coren of the University of British Columbia and author of The Intelligence of Dogs considers Border Collies to be the smartest dogs in the world. They’re also one of the most agile dog breeds.

2. Poodles

Poodles make excellent students. They’re eager to learn new tricks and commands (as long as you’re consistent.) They’re also incredibly strong swimmers.

3. German Shepherds

All over the world, German Shepherds work with humans in a wide range of roles. So naturally, these dogs are smart! And their loyalty to loved ones is truly incredible.

4. Golden Retrievers

Not only are they super smart, but golden retrievers are also super friendly. And that friendliness extends to humans and animals alike.

5. Doberman pinschers

One of the best things about Doberman Pinschers is that their prey drive is very low. So they will rarely want to chase other animals.

6. Shetland Sheepdogs

At 13-16 inches in height and 15 to 25 pounds in weight, Shetland Sheepdogs are a great option for people looking for a smart dog who’s on the smaller side! They’re also super obedient.

7. Labrador Retrievers

The Labrador Retriever is the most popular dog breed in America for a reason! Not only are they smart, but they’re also super outgoing and friendly.

8. Papillons

Like Shetland Sheepdogs, Papillons are perfect for people who want dogs that are small and smart. But Papillons are even smaller than Shetland Sheepdogs, measuring between 8-11 inches.

9. Rottweilers

They may look fearsome, but they’re just big teddy bears to their owners. In fact, rottweilers love sitting on their owners’ laps.

10. Australian Cattle Dogs

The Australian Cattle Dog only needs an occasional bath or brush when it comes to grooming.

11. Pembroke Welsh Corgis

Along with large brains, Pembroke Welsh Corgis have loud barks.

12. Miniature Schnauzers

Thanks to their eyebrows and bushy beards, miniature schnauzers are capable of very human-like facial expressions.

13. English Springer Spaniels

Like English humans, English Springer Spaniels are incredibly polite.

14. Belgian Tervurens

Belgian Tervurens are blessed with super-strong work ethics.

15. Schipperkes

Schipperkes have catlike hunting abilities, making them ideal for removing rats and mice.

16. Belgian Sheepdogs

Belgian sheepdogs are so passionate that they can’t help but make their owners intensely loyal to them.

17. Collies

Collies just love children, making them the perfect family dogs.

18. Keeshonds

A dog that looks like it’s wearing spectacles? Of course it’s smart!

19. German short-haired pointers

20. Flat-coated retrievers

Please SHARE this with your friends and family.

Source: American Kennel Club, The Stacker, Dogtime