Collie. Known for their herding ability, Collies' intelligence is more dominant than their barking tendencies. If you've watched the 1994 film called Lassie, you'll know what I mean. Not only are they the quietest dogs out there, but Collies also make the perfect indoor companions for apartment dwellers.
Breeds such as the French bulldog, Cavalier King Charles spaniel, Bichon Frise, and Greyhound are some of the easiest dog breeds for first-time owners.
Calm and stable, Goldens use their intelligence in ways that endear them to the entire family. It is not an accident that Goldens regularly top all other breeds in obedience training.
Border Collie. A Border Collie jumps over a fence in the Rescue Dog Agility show in the main arena on the first day of Crufts dog show at the NEC on March 6, 2014, in Birmingham, England. ...
Maltese. Taking the top spot as the best dog breed to have in your bed are Maltese pooches, with their small size and lack of shedding and drooling, are officially the perfect dogs to nap with.
Claiming the spot for the rarest dog breed with less than 200 dogs alive, the New Guinea Singing dog is a native to the Highlands of Papua New Guinea. The term singing in the name comes from their ability to change their pitch of howling.
Most puppies start to calm down as they approach their maturity age, which is usually around 12 months, but for larger breeds it can be more likely to occur between 18 months and 2 years.
According to Svartberg's data (PDF), a pinscher, a Bernese mountain dog, or an English springer spaniel might be the most disloyal since each ranks very low on playfulness, with moderate sociability.
The basenji is known as the “barkless dog,” probably due to the unusual shape of their larynx that may make it virtually impossible to bark. But they communicate in other ways—namely, by yodeling. “These sounds are affectionately referred to as the 'basenji yodel,'” says Stanley.
Border Collies were originally bred as working dogs and certainly have the energy level to prove it! While they make good family pets, make sure to get them exercise.
Despite being one of the most expensive dogs in the world, the Afghan hound has the lowest IQ of all dog breeds, per Coren's research. But since these hounds are known as independent and strong willed, perhaps they just can't be bothered to learn commands; what's in it for them, after all?
