How smart is a Schipperke Intelligence:?

The Schipperke is a highly intelligent breed, ranking 15th out of 138 breeds in Stanley Coren's *The Intelligence of Dogs*, placing them in the "excellent working dogs" category. They typically understand new commands in 5-15 repetitions and obey the first command 85% of the time or better. Their adaptability and problem-solving skills are particularly strong, scoring 5/5 and 4/5 respectively. To learn more about their unique cognitive strengths and how they compare to other breeds, explore our full article.