Bred to be loyal companions, the Bichon Frise is a toy breed with remarkably cute looks. With a teddy bear appearance, these dogs are among the most popular of toy dogs. And while they may look irresistible, many owners question their intelligence. So, are Bichon Frises smart? According to Stanley Coren, the Bichon Frise is …

Golden Retrievers are America’s gold standard for companion family dogs (pun intended). They’re friendly, loyal and intelligent with a bit of a goofy side to them. What’s not to love about a Golden Retriever? As such, these dogs have become increasingly popular among mixed dog breeds all over the world. With a favorable temperament, Golden …

All new dog owners learn very quickly that daily exercise is extremely important for their canine companions. And among all the breeds, larger working dogs tend to require the most amount of physical activity – Border Collies included. So, how much exercise does a Border Collie need? Thanks to their long history as premier working …

If you are a dog owner, you know the importance of exercising your canine companion. Large dogs typically require more exercise than their smaller counterparts. Huskies are no exception to this rule.  How much exercise does a Husky need? Because of their ancestors being natural born hunters and working dogs, Huskies require at least two …

Weimaraners, famously known as the “Gray Ghost,” have the personalities of a true hunting dog. Friendly in the home but fearless on the field, Weimaraners are some of the most loyal and dependable dogs. But how do their intelligence compare to the rest? So, are Weimaraners Smart? Weimaraners are highly intelligent dogs. In fact, they’re …

Beagles are an incredibly popular dog breed. They’ve been a top choice for many dog lovers in recent centuries, although these days, they don’t serve the same purpose they were bred for.  So, what were beagles bred for? Beagles were and still are bred to be scent hounds, which means that they track smells from …

Greyhounds are some of the best dogs to raise. There’s so much more to these dogs than just being the fastest dog breed alive. They’re gentle, independent, quiet and super athletic. But are Greyhounds all speed and no brains? So, are Greyhounds smart dogs? Greyhounds are the 86th smartest dogs out of 138 qualifying breeds. …

Also known as the Australian Cattle Dog, Blue Heelers are vibrant dogs with a pleasant curiosity for life. Always full of energy, these heelers have some of the best work ethics in the dogdom. But are they intelligent workers? So, are Blue Heelers smart? As the 10th smartest dog breed for obedience & working intelligence, …

English Bulldogs are medium-sized friendly dogs with a calm demeanor yet a courageous personality. In my opinion, they’re unfairly labeled as aggressive and dumb dogs. But are they really more intelligent than we give them credit for? So, are Bulldogs smart? English Bulldogs are dogs with “low intelligence.” They’re ranked the 136th smartest dog (out …

Blue Heelers, also known as Australian Cattle Dogs, are some of the best herding dogs in the world. With a pleasant and affectionate personality, Blue Heelers have become popular family dogs. However, the shedding makes them less than ideal for some families. So, do Blue Heelers shed? Like many double-coated dog breeds, Blue Heelers have …