I saw a retreiver going to a bush to chew off his own stick so I decided to look up dog intelligence
Top Dogs
http://pets.webmd.com/dogs/features/how-smart-is-your-dog
In his bestselling book, The Intelligence of Dogs, neuropsychologist Stanley Coren, PhD, focuses on trainability as a marker of intelligence.
The
University of British Columbia psychology professor relied on the
assessments of 110 breeds by more than 200 professional dog obedience
judges who scored breeds based on working/obedience tests.
The
top dogs absorbed commands in less than five repetitions and obeyed
them 95% of the time or better. Here's the list along with a breed
description by the American Kennel Club:
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 16th and 17th 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.
