| Border Collie Border Collies were originally bred in the | | | | working dogs and do best with a lot of structured |
| borderlands between Scotland and England as herding | | | | exercise. Shetland Sheepdog The Shetland Sheepdog, |
| dogs. They were selected to be able to work long | | | | or "Sheltie" was bred on the Shetland Islands of |
| days on rugged terrain, have excellent herding skills, | | | | Scotland to herd sheep. These small, agile dogs |
| instincts and intelligence. Over time, this led to the | | | | resemble collies and are widely regarded as highly |
| Border Collie's astounding energy, trainability and | | | | intelligent. Shelties are also renowned for their |
| ability to reason. Border Collies are still used universally | | | | trainability, even temperament and loyalty. They are |
| as herders. Poodle Though they are known more for | | | | very active and do best with lots of exercise. |
| their appearance, Poodles are actually some of the | | | | Labrador Retriever Labrador Retrievers come from |
| world's smartest dogs. The air of dignity and | | | | unknown origins but are now the most popular dog |
| elegance with which Poodle's carry themselves | | | | breed in the United States. These, active, |
| accords with their highly above-average intelligence | | | | affectionate dogs are highly trainable and intelligent. |
| and trainability. Though Poodles are usually show dogs | | | | Many Labrador owners comment about their dogs' |
| in the United States, they have served as police dogs | | | | seeming "humanity." Labrador Retrievers make great |
| in other countries. German Shepherd German | | | | family pets, drug-sniffing dogs, hunting dogs and |
| Shepherds are noted for their versatility, stability, | | | | seeing-eye dogs. Papillon The Papillon a small, |
| energy, strength and intelligence. Shepherds are | | | | long-haired dog breed considered by most to be a |
| known not only for their intrinsic smarts and | | | | lap-dog or show dog. Despite this reputation, Papillons |
| trainability, but for the multitude of roles they can fill, | | | | are athletic, active and very intelligent. They're known |
| such as family pet, police dog, herding dog and TV | | | | to be people-centered and enjoy social situations |
| and movie actor. Golden Retriever Golden Retrievers | | | | with lots of humans in attendance. Recently Papillons |
| were originally bred by an upper-class Englishman who | | | | have emerged as agility champions. Australian Cattle |
| wanted a hunting dog that made a great companion. | | | | Dog The Australian Cattle Dog or "Blue Heeler" is |
| A mixture of the Irish Setter and several types of | | | | another intelligent, active herding dog. These medium |
| Spaniel, the Golden Retriever was bred to find and | | | | sized dogs are noted for their spotted orange or |
| retrieve downed birds and be a good companion. | | | | bluish coats. Australian Cattle Dogs thrive when given |
| Today's Golden Retrievers are just that -attentive, | | | | a complicated task such as an obstacle course, tricks |
| loving dogs that will chase down anything you throw | | | | or other dog sports. Australian Cattle Dogs have |
| them. Doberman Pinscher The Doberman Pinscher | | | | excellent fine motor skills and will meticulously shred |
| originated as a police dog in 19th Century Germany. | | | | their toys. |
| These dogs are top-notch watchdogs, guardians and | | | | Barkbusters.ca provides in-home dog training and |
| protectors, as well as guide dogs and military dogs. | | | | puppy training all across Canada for all breeds and |
| Doberman's were bred for their loyalty and | | | | ages of dogs that comes with a written lifetime |
| intelligence, and the modern version of the breed | | | | guarantee. |
| continues to show both those traits. Dobermans are | | | | |