It’s no secret that everyone likes to think that their furry friend is the best and most intelligent of them all. But what if your dog really is?
Dog intelligence — for the most part — breaks down into three categories. The first is instinctive intelligence, which is closely related to the natural instincts found in the function of the breed. Then there’s adaptive intelligence, which is a dog’s equivalent of being street-smart. Essentially, it encompasses things like interpreting facial expressions or finding hidden treats. The third and final part is working and obedience intelligence, which relates to the understanding of new commands and is most present in working dogs.
