The Most Beautiful Best Dog Breeds

Every dog owner, when asked which breed is the best, will most likely name the one to which his pet belongs. After all, for him, it will always be the smartest and most beautiful. Even a dog without a breed can be many times smarter and more beautiful than the most titled relatives. But, when it comes to ratings, alas, all the titles go to purebred pets.

The most beautiful

The Spitz and Maltese are contenders for the title of “Best Small Dog Breed” . Both breeds have beautiful fur and an aristocratic character. By the way, both the Spitz and Maltese were favorites of royal families.

Among large dogs, greyhounds , shar pei and, of course, huskies stand out for their interesting exterior . It is impossible to resist the look of this Siberian beauty! The decorative wolf is able to conquer the heart of anyone.

The charm of the Shar Pei lies in its numerous folds and sad, sideways glance. By the way, the folds are not only an advantage, but also a complexity of the breed. They must be cared for accordingly.

Finally, greyhounds have long been recognized in Russia as one of the most beautiful dogs. A couple of centuries ago, a greyhound puppy was considered a valuable and very expensive gift. However, even today, fans of the breed are confident in the special and exceptional beauty of their pets.

The smartest

One of the most famous studies of the mental abilities of different dog breeds is considered to be the book by Dr. Stanley Coren “The Intelligence of Dogs”. His methodology is based on the dog’s ability to understand a command and carry it out. At the same time, the study completely ignores the creativity and obedience level of the animal. Therefore, the results of many breeds turned out to be much worse than they actually are.

However, according to Dr. Coren’s research, the border collie is recognized as the smartest dog . Active, purposeful and insightful, it can rightfully proudly bear this title. By the way, the most famous border collie named Rico knew more than 200 words and had the intelligence of a small child.

The best large dog breeds in this nomination are the German Shepherd and the Golden Retriever , which, by the way, is quite expected. Representatives of these breeds are constantly in the service of man and help save people every day.

The best family companions

When choosing a dog for a family, not only the beautiful appearance and intelligence of the pet are important, but also certain qualities of its character. Family companion dogs are distinguished by their loyalty to children, devotion and affection to all family members without exception, and a gentle and docile character.

The best dog breeds in this category are the French Bulldog , Labrador Retriever , Bernese Mountain Dog and Irish Setter . These dogs will happily spend evenings in the company of a large family, bathing in affection and universal attention.

Best Guard Breeds

Often a dog is bought not only as a companion, but also for service purposes. So, the best breeds of dogs for protection are, of course, shepherds. German , Caucasian or Asian – all of them will be happy to guard a private house and will never let their owner down. And for living in an apartment, a Rottweiler , Doberman and Boxer will perfectly cope with the role of a guard . But be careful: only a professional can train such a pet! If you do not have the appropriate skills, contact a specialist. He will help you raise the animal correctly.