According to The Intelligence of Dogs, which ranks 131 dog breeds in terms of their relative intelligence, the border collie is the smartest dog breed known to man. Need proof? Chaser, a linguistically gifted border collie from South Carolina, could recognize over 1,000 words.
1. Border Collie: A workaholic, this breed is the world's premier sheep herder, prized for its intelligence, extraordinary instinct, and working ability.
1. Golden Retriever. It's safe to say that this breed is one of the most personable around. Golden Retrievers are always eager to please and have a calm temperament, which means they will be happy to socialise with everyone – even with other pets!
Greyhound. The greyhound's tall, slender build was specially bred for dog racing, making it the fastest dog. Unlike other dogs, the breed is meant for speed rather than endurance and doesn't require much exercise.
Many dog species excel in certain areas of intelligence over other dog breeds. But what about Siberian Huskies? According to Stanley Coren, a leading canine psychologist, huskies ranked 74th out of 138 dog breeds making them, according to Dr. Coren of average intelligence.
Many of these abilities likely stem from dogs' evolutionary history. Their ancestors, after all, were the wolves who were quickest to adapt to living around humans, and for tens of thousands of years since, they've been specifically bred for their ability to be trained by us.
Social media star Boo the Pomeranian dog has died at the age of 12. His owners say he had shown signs of heart problems ever since his "best friend" - a dog called Buddy - died in 2017.
A national symbol of Mexico, the Chihuahua takes the top spot for the most affordable and budget-friendly dog breed in the world mostly on account of its small size.
The Great Dane is generally recognised as being the largest breed in terms of height – but Irish Wolfhounds and English Mastiffs as worthy contenders too. When it comes to height and weight combined, no one is going to argue with the Mastiff's claim!
As per Vastu Shastra, a black dog is associated with good luck. According to black dog Vastu, keeping pets at home is quite beneficial for the members living in the house.
What is the most expensive dog in the Philippines?
Considered as one of the most expensive dogs in the Philippines, Pomeranian Huskies are priced at around Php 50,000 to Php 250,000 from genuine breeders. Pomeranian Huskies are initially bred between Pomeranians and Huskies, two purebred canine species.
Sex. Your dog's gender affects insurance costs as well. Most insurance companies will cost you more if you have a male dog – this is because male dogs are more likely to get injured or into fights, causing pay outs. Female dogs can also recover better from disease than males, which can reduce their insurance costs.
