A 2023 study named the Belgian Malinois the smartest dog breed, beating the Border Collie by a wide margin. Here is why.

Reese's the mini dachshund may be tiny, but she's got big brains! Watch as this sweet young pup shows off just how much she's ...

You Sure You’re Up For This? All dogs are intelligent in their own way, but some breeds consistently stand out when it comes ...

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 ...

Like humans, some dogs are naturally smarter than others. While it’s hard to say that any one pup is guaranteed to be brilliant, there are certain dog breeds that are known to be geniuses in the dog ...

Dog owners love praising their pups' intelligence, but canine smarts are more complicated than most people realize. Brain size doesn't predict cognitive ability — a November 2024 study in Biology ...

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 ...

Editor’s note: Dr. Lee Pickett has retired, but Creators continues to distribute columns from her archive. This one is from 2021. Q: I recently adopted Sophie, a 1-year-old standard poodle, who has an ...