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

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

21. Chinook
The Chinook is known for intelligence, patience, and its eagerness to please (Photo: Shutterstock) Photo: Shutterstock

22. Poodle
Poodles are a popular choice of dog and are also a very intelligent breed (Photo: Shutterstock) Photo: Shutterstock

23. Australian Shepherd
The Australian Shepherd is a lean, tough ranch dog that is closely associated with cowboy life (Photo: Shutterstock) Photo: Shutterstock

24. Australian Kelpie
The Australian Kelpie is an active, alert, energetic and extremely intelligent dog (Photo: Shutterstock) Photo: Shutterstock