In a recent groundbreaking study, a somewhat lesser-known and surprising breed has been granted the title of the world’s smartest dog breed. The research, conducted by the University of Helsinki ...

Dawn Kovell, director of behaviour and training at the Marin Humane Society, has identified 12 dog breeds she believes ... Nevertheless, the "smartest" breeds can thrive with proper nurturing ...

But according to a dog behaviour expert, there's more to it. She warned that while working and herding breeds are typically the smartest canine companions, they aren't necessarily the best ...