Intelligence in dogs is a remarkable trait that fascinates owners and trainers alike. Some breeds stand out for their problem ...

Like humans, some dogs are naturally smarter than others. While it’s hard to say that any one pup is guaranteed to be brilliant, there are certain dog breeds that are known to be geniuses in the dog ...

Looking for a pup who can keep up? The smartest dog breeds are bright, eager, and always one paw ahead. So what does it mean to be a "smart" dog? While there’s no official IQ test for pups, canine ...

Dog intelligence goes far beyond learning tricks quickly or responding to basic commands. According to trainers and canine ...

A study finds intelligent dogs are able to acquire vocabulary by eavesdropping on humans' conversations, just like babies do.

Some dogs can learn words by eavesdropping on conversations, study finds. The rare ability mirrors how 18-month-old toddlers ...

Dogs have spent thousands of years evolving alongside us—and thanks to natural selection and selective breeding, they’ve become pros at reading our emotions. A slight change in our tone, a raised ...

Editor’s note: Dr. Lee Pickett has retired, but Creators continues to distribute columns from her archive. This one is from 2021. Q: I recently adopted Sophie, a 1-year-old standard poodle, who has an ...