Breed accounts for less than 10% of a dog's behaviour

Much of a dog's personality depends on its training, researchers say. (Photo: Somchai Poomlard)

If you're looking for a dog with a specific personality, its breed will tell you less than the environment in which it is raised, a new study suggests.

When we think about dog breeds, our minds may bounce to stereotypes: Golden retrievers are friendly, pit bulls are aggressive and border collies are hyperactive.