How Smart Is Your Dog

Obedience

Smart dogs follow commands consistently. Test yours with basic cues like sit, stay, come, down.

Memory 

Intelligent dogs remember tricks, routes, faces. Assess by teaching new skills and seeing if they stick.

Problem Solving 

Bright dogs figure out puzzles, doors, toys. Give yours a challenge to see their critical thinking.

Communication 

Astute dogs understand gestures, barks, tones. Note how yours responds to nonverbal cues.

Adaptability

Clever dogs adjust to change. Observe how yours handles new environments, people, routines.

Instincts

Smart dogs have strong instincts for tasks like herding, hunting, guarding. Match your dog's talents.

Trainability

The smartest dogs are highly responsive to training. Check if yours is eager to learn.

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