These are 24 of the smartest breeds of dogs, according to the American Kennel Club – in no particular order..
. Shetland Sheepdog
The Shetland Sheepdog is an extremely intelligent, quick and obedient breed of dog (Photo: Shutterstock) Photo: Shutterstock
. Rottweiler
The Rottweiler has great strength, but is a gentle playmate and protector within the family circle, and is a very smart pooch (Photo: Shutterstock) Photo: Shutterstock
. Belgian Tervuren
The Belgian Tervuren is elegant, agile and extremely affectionate with loved ones (Photo: Shutterstock) Photo: Shutterstock
. Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka
This breed of dog is sweet, loving, intelligent, and willing to please (Photo: Shutterstock) Photo: Shutterstock
. German Shepherd
The German Shepherd is of high intelligence, loyal, confident and courageous (Photo: Shutterstock) Photo: Shutterstock
. Berger Picard
The Berger Picard is a great companion for athletic owners. They are agile, intelligent dogs (Photo: Shutterstock) Photo: Shutterstock
. Golden Retriever
The Golden Retriever is a popular choice of dog for many households, and also a very smart breed (Photo: Shutterstock) Photo: Shutterstock
. Border Collie
Border Collie dogs are intelligent, athletic, and are great at herding (Photo: Shutterstock) Photo: Shutterstock
. Labrador Retriever
This breed of dog is friendly, outgoing, very affectionate and smart (Photo: Shutterstock) Photo: Shutterstock
17. Australian Cattle Dog
The Australian Cattle Dog, also called Blue Heeler or Queensland Heeler, is related to the Dingo. The Australian Cattle Dog is an intelligent breed of dog. Photo: Shutterstock
18. Appenzeller Sennenhund
This dog is agile, versatile and lively. They excel in agility, obedience, herding and search and rescue (Photo: Shuttertock) Photo: Shutterstock
19. Azawakh
The Azawakh is a West African sighthound originating from the countries of Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger (Photo: Shutterstock) Photo: Shutterstock
20. Papillon
These are excellent agility dogs and are consistent winners at the sport’s highest levels. They can also be trained to do all sorts of tricks (Photo: Shutterstock) Photo: Shutterstock