1. Border collie. 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.
The breed is considered highly intelligent and easy to train. Aussies are known for being especially eager to please their owners. True to their herding instincts, Aussies are very protective of their families and territory and will let you know if strangers approach, but they are not considered aggressive.
A mongrel, mutt or mixed-breed dog is a dog that does not belong to one officially recognized breed and including those that are the result of intentional breeding. Although the term mixed-breed dog is sometimes preferred, many mongrels have no known purebred ancestors.
For the first time in 31 years, the Labrador Retriever has been unseated as the most popular dog breed in the US, according to the American Kennel Club's 2022 registration statistics. In its place sits the cute and compact French Bulldog.
4. Tibetan Mastiff – $10,000. This massive doggo made its way to American from Tibet where it protected sheep from predators like wolves, leopards, and bears.
A $30,000, custom-built dog houses from La Petite Maison are meant to resemble some of the earthen-colored homes you might see dotting the hills of California. This puppy palace sports a tiled roof, lighting, multiple windows, and a cozy sleeping area.
The cheapest small dog breed that you may purchase is the Chihuahua. These breeds are budget-friendly, as they have a low price and low maintenance needs. You may only spend around $23 for their average bathing costs. To add to it, Chihuahuas are healthy dogs that can live up to 18 years.
Jackal. Jackals are medium-sized omnivorous mammals from Canidae family of the subtribe Canina that are close relatives of coyotes, foxes, and wolves, and dogs.
The Pomeranian Boo and his companion Buddy, who died last year, became internet sensations when their American owners started sharing pictures of their adorable antics. His death was confirmed in a post made by his owners to his 16 million Facebook followers. He was 12 years old, in human years.
