25 most obedient dogs 1. Border Collie 2. Poodle 3. German Shepherd 4. Golden Retriever 5.Doberman 6. Hilti Shepherd 7. Labrador Hound 8.Butterfly Dog 9. Rottweiler 10. Australian Cow Dog 11.Wells Corgi 12. Mini Schnauzer 13. English Springer 14.Belgian Tefren 15.Schubertsch 16.Belgian Shepherd 17. Shepherd 18. Dutch Greyhound 19. German Shorthair Indicator Dog 20. Flat Haired Touring Hound 21. English Cocker Spaniel 22. Standard Schnauzer 23. Breton Hound 24. Cocker Spaniel 25. Nova Scotia Duck Retriever We all know that in fact all the dogs are adorable. But when it comes to obedience and training, which dogs are the leaders of the group? Stanley Coren, a psychologist and professor at the University of British Columbia, conducted a survey of the obedience of 200 dogs in his book The Wisdom of Dogs to identify the smartest dog breeds. Here are the 25 dogs he has done best in learning command and obedience.
25 most obedient dogs 1. Border Collie 2. Poodle 3. German Shepherd 4. Golden Retriever 5.Doberman 6. Hilti Shepherd 7. Labrador Hound 8.Butterfly Dog 9. Rottweiler 10. Australian Cow Dog 11.Wells Corgi 12. Mini Schnauzer 13. English Springer 14.Belgian Tefren 15.Schubertsch 16.Belgian Shepherd 17. Shepherd 18. Dutch Greyhound 19. German Shorthair Indicator Dog 20. Flat Haired Touring Hound 21. English Cocker Spaniel 22. Standard Schnauzer 23. Breton Hound 24. Cocker Spaniel 25. Nova Scotia Duck Retriever Border Collie
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According to Coren, these dogs are able to learn a new command in less than 5 seconds and follow it at least 95% of the time.
25 most obedient dogs 1. Border Collie 2. Poodle 3. German Shepherd 4. Golden Retriever 5.Doberman 6. Hilti Shepherd 7. Labrador Hound 8.Butterfly Dog 9. Rottweiler 10. Australian Cow Dog 11.Wells Corgi 12. Mini Schnauzer 13. English Springer 14.Belgian Tefren 15.Schubertsch 16.Belgian Shepherd 17. Shepherd 18. Dutch Greyhound 19. German Shorthair Indicator Dog 20. Flat Haired Touring Hound 21. English Cocker Spaniel 22. Standard Schnauzer 23. Breton Hound 24. Cocker Spaniel 25. Nova Scotia Duck Retriever poodle
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Ranked second on Coren's list of the smartest puppies, these hypoallergenic dogs are also great family pets.
25 most obedient dogs 1. Border Collie 2. Poodle 3. German Shepherd 4. Golden Retriever 5.Doberman 6. Hilti Shepherd 7. Labrador Hound 8.Butterfly Dog 9. Rottweiler 10. Australian Cow Dog 11.Wells Corgi 12. Mini Schnauzer 13. English Springer 14.Belgian Tefren 15.Schubertsch 16.Belgian Shepherd 17. Shepherd 18. Dutch Greyhound 19. German Shorthair Indicator Dog 20. Flat Haired Touring Hound 21. English Cocker Spaniel 22. Standard Schnauzer 23. Breton Hound 24. Cocker Spaniel 25. Nova Scotia Duck Retriever alsatian
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There's a reason these guys are good friends in the fight against crime — they're obedient and alert (and handsome).
25 most obedient dogs 1. Border Collie 2. Poodle 3. German Shepherd 4. Golden Retriever 5.Doberman 6. Hilti Shepherd 7. Labrador Hound 8.Butterfly Dog 9. Rottweiler 10. Australian Cow Dog 11.Wells Corgi 12. Mini Schnauzer 13. English Springer 14.Belgian Tefren 15.Schubertsch 16.Belgian Shepherd 17. Shepherd 18. Dutch Greyhound 19. German Shorthair Indicator Dog 20. Flat Haired Touring Hound 21. English Cocker Spaniel 22. Standard Schnauzer 23. Breton Hound 24. Cocker Spaniel 25. Nova Scotia Duck Retriever Golden Retriever
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These dogs are the most suitable for families, loyal, intelligent and very patient.
25 most obedient dogs 1. Border Collie 2. Poodle 3. German Shepherd 4. Golden Retriever 5.Doberman 6. Hilti Shepherd 7. Labrador Hound 8.Butterfly Dog 9. Rottweiler 10. Australian Cow Dog 11.Wells Corgi 12. Mini Schnauzer 13. English Springer 14.Belgian Tefren 15.Schubertsch 16.Belgian Shepherd 17. Shepherd 18. Dutch Greyhound 19. German Shorthair Indicator Dog 20. Flat Haired Touring Hound 21. English Cocker Spaniel 22. Standard Schnauzer 23. Breton Hound 24. Cocker Spaniel 25. Nova Scotia Duck Retriever Dobermans
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Playful and fun, this breed is easy to train and very loyal.
25 most obedient dogs 1. Border Collie 2. Poodle 3. German Shepherd 4. Golden Retriever 5.Doberman 6. Hilti Shepherd 7. Labrador Hound 8.Butterfly Dog 9. Rottweiler 10. Australian Cow Dog 11.Wells Corgi 12. Mini Schnauzer 13. English Springer 14.Belgian Tefren 15.Schubertsch 16.Belgian Shepherd 17. Shepherd 18. Dutch Greyhound 19. German Shorthair Indicator Dog 20. Flat Haired Touring Hound 21. English Cocker Spaniel 22. Standard Schnauzer 23. Breton Hound 24. Cocker Spaniel 25. Nova Scotia Duck Retriever Hilti Shepherd
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25 most obedient dogs 1. Border Collie 2. Poodle 3. German Shepherd 4. Golden Retriever 5.Doberman 6. Hilti Shepherd 7. Labrador Hound 8.Butterfly Dog 9. Rottweiler 10. Australian Cow Dog 11.Wells Corgi 12. Mini Schnauzer 13. English Springer 14.Belgian Tefren 15.Schubertsch 16.Belgian Shepherd 17. Shepherd 18. Dutch Greyhound 19. German Shorthair Indicator Dog 20. Flat Haired Touring Hound 21. English Cocker Spaniel 22. Standard Schnauzer 23. Breton Hound 24. Cocker Spaniel 25. Nova Scotia Duck Retriever Labrador Hound
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The most popular dog breed in the United States is also one of the smartest. Get along well with family, who are loving and loyal.
25 most obedient dogs 1. Border Collie 2. Poodle 3. German Shepherd 4. Golden Retriever 5.Doberman 6. Hilti Shepherd 7. Labrador Hound 8.Butterfly Dog 9. Rottweiler 10. Australian Cow Dog 11.Wells Corgi 12. Mini Schnauzer 13. English Springer 14.Belgian Tefren 15.Schubertsch 16.Belgian Shepherd 17. Shepherd 18. Dutch Greyhound 19. German Shorthair Indicator Dog 20. Flat Haired Touring Hound 21. English Cocker Spaniel 22. Standard Schnauzer 23. Breton Hound 24. Cocker Spaniel 25. Nova Scotia Duck Retriever Butterfly dogs
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Named after the French word "butterfly" (look at those sweet pointy ears), this toy variety is smart, energetic and friendly.
25 most obedient dogs 1. Border Collie 2. Poodle 3. German Shepherd 4. Golden Retriever 5.Doberman 6. Hilti Shepherd 7. Labrador Hound 8.Butterfly Dog 9. Rottweiler 10. Australian Cow Dog 11.Wells Corgi 12. Mini Schnauzer 13. English Springer 14.Belgian Tefren 15.Schubertsch 16.Belgian Shepherd 17. Shepherd 18. Dutch Greyhound 19. German Shorthair Indicator Dog 20. Flat Haired Touring Hound 21. English Cocker Spaniel 22. Standard Schnauzer 23. Breton Hound 24. Cocker Spaniel 25. Nova Scotia Duck Retriever Rottweiler
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There is no doubt that this is a fearless, loyal and confident dog.
25 most obedient dogs 1. Border Collie 2. Poodle 3. German Shepherd 4. Golden Retriever 5.Doberman 6. Hilti Shepherd 7. Labrador Hound 8.Butterfly Dog 9. Rottweiler 10. Australian Cow Dog 11.Wells Corgi 12. Mini Schnauzer 13. English Springer 14.Belgian Tefren 15.Schubertsch 16.Belgian Shepherd 17. Shepherd 18. Dutch Greyhound 19. German Shorthair Indicator Dog 20. Flat Haired Touring Hound 21. English Cocker Spaniel 22. Standard Schnauzer 23. Breton Hound 24. Cocker Spaniel 25. Nova Scotia Duck Retriever Australian cow dog
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No wonder these canines are such excellent working dogs. But even if no cows are grazed, this breed is a good companion due to their obedience, loyalty and protection.
25 most obedient dogs 1. Border Collie 2. Poodle 3. German Shepherd 4. Golden Retriever 5.Doberman 6. Hilti Shepherd 7. Labrador Hound 8.Butterfly Dog 9. Rottweiler 10. Australian Cow Dog 11.Wells Corgi 12. Mini Schnauzer 13. English Springer 14.Belgian Tefren 15.Schubertsch 16.Belgian Shepherd 17. Shepherd 18. Dutch Greyhound 19. German Shorthair Indicator Dog 20. Flat Haired Touring Hound 21. English Cocker Spaniel 22. Standard Schnauzer 23. Breton Hound 24. Cocker Spaniel 25. Nova Scotia Duck Retriever Wells Corgi
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The lively and cute little corgi is also a very obedient dog breed.
25 most obedient dogs 1. Border Collie 2. Poodle 3. German Shepherd 4. Golden Retriever 5.Doberman 6. Hilti Shepherd 7. Labrador Hound 8.Butterfly Dog 9. Rottweiler 10. Australian Cow Dog 11.Wells Corgi 12. Mini Schnauzer 13. English Springer 14.Belgian Tefren 15.Schubertsch 16.Belgian Shepherd 17. Shepherd 18. Dutch Greyhound 19. German Shorthair Indicator Dog 20. Flat Haired Touring Hound 21. English Cocker Spaniel 22. Standard Schnauzer 23. Breton Hound 24. Cocker Spaniel 25. Nova Scotia Duck Retriever Mini Schnauzer
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These friendly puppies are energetic, fast to learn and sociable.
25 most obedient dogs 1. Border Collie 2. Poodle 3. German Shepherd 4. Golden Retriever 5.Doberman 6. Hilti Shepherd 7. Labrador Hound 8.Butterfly Dog 9. Rottweiler 10. Australian Cow Dog 11.Wells Corgi 12. Mini Schnauzer 13. English Springer 14.Belgian Tefren 15.Schubertsch 16.Belgian Shepherd 17. Shepherd 18. Dutch Greyhound 19. German Shorthair Indicator Dog 20. Flat Haired Touring Hound 21. English Cocker Spaniel 22. Standard Schnauzer 23. Breton Hound 24. Cocker Spaniel 25. Nova Scotia Duck Retriever English Springer
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Affectionate, athletic and attentive, these wagging dogs are bred as hounds.
25 most obedient dogs 1. Border Collie 2. Poodle 3. German Shepherd 4. Golden Retriever 5.Doberman 6. Hilti Shepherd 7. Labrador Hound 8.Butterfly Dog 9. Rottweiler 10. Australian Cow Dog 11.Wells Corgi 12. Mini Schnauzer 13. English Springer 14.Belgian Tefren 15.Schubertsch 16.Belgian Shepherd 17. Shepherd 18. Dutch Greyhound 19. German Shorthair Indicator Dog 20. Flat Haired Touring Hound 21. English Cocker Spaniel 22. Standard Schnauzer 23. Breton Hound 24. Cocker Spaniel 25. Nova Scotia Duck Retriever Belgian Tefren
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Ideal for watchdogs, these dogs are highly trainable and have endless energy.
25 most obedient dogs 1. Border Collie 2. Poodle 3. German Shepherd 4. Golden Retriever 5.Doberman 6. Hilti Shepherd 7. Labrador Hound 8.Butterfly Dog 9. Rottweiler 10. Australian Cow Dog 11.Wells Corgi 12. Mini Schnauzer 13. English Springer 14.Belgian Tefren 15.Schubertsch 16.Belgian Shepherd 17. Shepherd 18. Dutch Greyhound 19. German Shorthair Indicator Dog 20. Flat Haired Touring Hound 21. English Cocker Spaniel 22. Standard Schnauzer 23. Breton Hound 24. Cocker Spaniel 25. Nova Scotia Duck Retriever Shubozi
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This breed comes from the Flanders region of Belgium and is curious, confident and intelligent.
25 most obedient dogs 1. Border Collie 2. Poodle 3. German Shepherd 4. Golden Retriever 5.Doberman 6. Hilti Shepherd 7. Labrador Hound 8.Butterfly Dog 9. Rottweiler 10. Australian Cow Dog 11.Wells Corgi 12. Mini Schnauzer 13. English Springer 14.Belgian Tefren 15.Schubertsch 16.Belgian Shepherd 17. Shepherd 18. Dutch Greyhound 19. German Shorthair Indicator Dog 20. Flat Haired Touring Hound 21. English Cocker Spaniel 22. Standard Schnauzer 23. Breton Hound 24. Cocker Spaniel 25. Nova Scotia Duck Retriever Belgian Shepherd
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Friendly and reliable
25 most obedient dogs 1. Border Collie 2. Poodle 3. German Shepherd 4. Golden Retriever 5.Doberman 6. Hilti Shepherd 7. Labrador Hound 8.Butterfly Dog 9. Rottweiler 10. Australian Cow Dog 11.Wells Corgi 12. Mini Schnauzer 13. English Springer 14.Belgian Tefren 15.Schubertsch 16.Belgian Shepherd 17. Shepherd 18. Dutch Greyhound 19. German Shorthair Indicator Dog 20. Flat Haired Touring Hound 21. English Cocker Spaniel 22. Standard Schnauzer 23. Breton Hound 24. Cocker Spaniel 25. Nova Scotia Duck Retriever sheepdog
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25 most obedient dogs 1. Border Collie 2. Poodle 3. German Shepherd 4. Golden Retriever 5.Doberman 6. Hilti Shepherd 7. Labrador Hound 8.Butterfly Dog 9. Rottweiler 10. Australian Cow Dog 11.Wells Corgi 12. Mini Schnauzer 13. English Springer 14.Belgian Tefren 15.Schubertsch 16.Belgian Shepherd 17. Shepherd 18. Dutch Greyhound 19. German Shorthair Indicator Dog 20. Flat Haired Touring Hound 21. English Cocker Spaniel 22. Standard Schnauzer 23. Breton Hound 24. Cocker Spaniel 25. Nova Scotia Duck Retriever Dutch Lion Dog
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Outgoing and playful, this sturdy breed is known for the marks that look like glasses around its eyes.
25 most obedient dogs 1. Border Collie 2. Poodle 3. German Shepherd 4. Golden Retriever 5.Doberman 6. Hilti Shepherd 7. Labrador Hound 8.Butterfly Dog 9. Rottweiler 10. Australian Cow Dog 11.Wells Corgi 12. Mini Schnauzer 13. English Springer 14.Belgian Tefren 15.Schubertsch 16.Belgian Shepherd 17. Shepherd 18. Dutch Greyhound 19. German Shorthair Indicator Dog 20. Flat Haired Touring Hound 21. English Cocker Spaniel 22. Standard Schnauzer 23. Breton Hound 24. Cocker Spaniel 25. Nova Scotia Duck Retriever German Shorthair
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These puppies are cooperative and trainable, and are popular hounds, so they require a lot of exercise.
25 most obedient dogs 1. Border Collie 2. Poodle 3. German Shepherd 4. Golden Retriever 5.Doberman 6. Hilti Shepherd 7. Labrador Hound 8.Butterfly Dog 9. Rottweiler 10. Australian Cow Dog 11.Wells Corgi 12. Mini Schnauzer 13. English Springer 14.Belgian Tefren 15.Schubertsch 16.Belgian Shepherd 17. Shepherd 18. Dutch Greyhound 19. German Shorthair Indicator Dog 20. Flat Haired Touring Hound 21. English Cocker Spaniel 22. Standard Schnauzer 23. Breton Hound 24. Cocker Spaniel 25. Nova Scotia Duck Retriever Flat-haired touring hounds
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Ideal for kids, this friendly breed is also popular with therapy dogs.
25 most obedient dogs 1. Border Collie 2. Poodle 3. German Shepherd 4. Golden Retriever 5.Doberman 6. Hilti Shepherd 7. Labrador Hound 8.Butterfly Dog 9. Rottweiler 10. Australian Cow Dog 11.Wells Corgi 12. Mini Schnauzer 13. English Springer 14.Belgian Tefren 15.Schubertsch 16.Belgian Shepherd 17. Shepherd 18. Dutch Greyhound 19. German Shorthair Indicator Dog 20. Flat Haired Touring Hound 21. English Cocker Spaniel 22. Standard Schnauzer 23. Breton Hound 24. Cocker Spaniel 25. Nova Scotia Duck Retriever English Cocker Spaniel
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With soft and luxurious coats, these guys love to be friendly with kids, adults and even other puppies.
25 most obedient dogs 1. Border Collie 2. Poodle 3. German Shepherd 4. Golden Retriever 5.Doberman 6. Hilti Shepherd 7. Labrador Hound 8.Butterfly Dog 9. Rottweiler 10. Australian Cow Dog 11.Wells Corgi 12. Mini Schnauzer 13. English Springer 14.Belgian Tefren 15.Schubertsch 16.Belgian Shepherd 17. Shepherd 18. Dutch Greyhound 19. German Shorthair Indicator Dog 20. Flat Haired Touring Hound 21. English Cocker Spaniel 22. Standard Schnauzer 23. Breton Hound 24. Cocker Spaniel 25. Nova Scotia Duck Retriever Standard Schnauzer
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These guys are loyal, loving and naughty, but also hypoallergenic.
25 most obedient dogs 1. Border Collie 2. Poodle 3. German Shepherd 4. Golden Retriever 5.Doberman 6. Hilti Shepherd 7. Labrador Hound 8.Butterfly Dog 9. Rottweiler 10. Australian Cow Dog 11.Wells Corgi 12. Mini Schnauzer 13. English Springer 14.Belgian Tefren 15.Schubertsch 16.Belgian Shepherd 17. Shepherd 18. Dutch Greyhound 19. German Shorthair Indicator Dog 20. Flat Haired Touring Hound 21. English Cocker Spaniel 22. Standard Schnauzer 23. Breton Hound 24. Cocker Spaniel 25. Nova Scotia Duck Retriever Breton Hound
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Known as sensitive souls, they are very intelligent and attentive.
25 most obedient dogs 1. Border Collie 2. Poodle 3. German Shepherd 4. Golden Retriever 5.Doberman 6. Hilti Shepherd 7. Labrador Hound 8.Butterfly Dog 9. Rottweiler 10. Australian Cow Dog 11.Wells Corgi 12. Mini Schnauzer 13. English Springer 14.Belgian Tefren 15.Schubertsch 16.Belgian Shepherd 17. Shepherd 18. Dutch Greyhound 19. German Shorthair Indicator Dog 20. Flat Haired Touring Hound 21. English Cocker Spaniel 22. Standard Schnauzer 23. Breton Hound 24. Cocker Spaniel 25. Nova Scotia Duck Retriever Cocker Spaniel
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25 most obedient dogs 1. Border Collie 2. Poodle 3. German Shepherd 4. Golden Retriever 5.Doberman 6. Hilti Shepherd 7. Labrador Hound 8.Butterfly Dog 9. Rottweiler 10. Australian Cow Dog 11.Wells Corgi 12. Mini Schnauzer 13. English Springer 14.Belgian Tefren 15.Schubertsch 16.Belgian Shepherd 17. Shepherd 18. Dutch Greyhound 19. German Shorthair Indicator Dog 20. Flat Haired Touring Hound 21. English Cocker Spaniel 22. Standard Schnauzer 23. Breton Hound 24. Cocker Spaniel 25. Nova Scotia Duck Retriever Nova Scotia Duck Retriever
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If you're looking for a dog that loves to play hide-and-seek, then this smart dog is the best choice for you.