Everyone thinks their dog is the smartest (and they're not necessarily wrong!), but there's actually a science-backed list of the smartest dog breeds ranked by cognitive ability. Dr. Stanley Coren, a ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." When it comes to adopting a dog, some potential pet owners make intelligence a priority. A smart dog ...

Some dogs just get it—where you left the treats, how to unlock a gate, or which toy is “Mr. Squeaky.” A great memory is how certain breeds thrive in demanding roles, from search-and-rescue to ...

DEAR PET TALK: Our family wants to get a dog and we can’t agree on what kind. We want a smart dog and some of us think poodles are the smartest, others think terriers. —Crazy For a Smart Dog Family ...

Dogs have spent thousands of years evolving alongside us—and thanks to natural selection and selective breeding, they’ve become pros at reading our emotions. A slight change in our tone, a raised ...

There are some dogs that just seem to understand everything you say. You know, the ones who pick up a new trick in minutes and are always ready for a new challenge? Who sometimes seem to intuit your ...

Source: Davie Dunn/CC BY-NC-ND 2.0 It sometimes appears that older dogs have poorer memory because they seem to have difficulty learning new things. However, as I pointed out in a recent post, the dog ...

Discover the most intelligent dog breeds ranked by trainability, obedience and problem-solving skills. From Border Collies to Doberman Pinschers, explore what makes these dogs exceptionally smart.

When it comes to adopting a dog, some potential pet owners make intelligence a priority. A smart dog breed is a great choice, especially if you're looking for a companion you can easily train, or if ...