Easiest Dogs (Breeds) to Train

Based on our ratings, the following breeds are the easiest to train (easiest on top). There are no guarantees, however, as each dog is an individual and may differ from the "standard."

		English Cocker Spaniel Slightly larger and more rugged than his American cousin, the English Cocker Spaniel is a compactly built dog, uniquely well suited to hunting. The skull is slightly flat with moderate stop, and the muzzle is broad. Eyes are oval shaped,... Read more
		English Toy Spaniel The English Toy Spaniel is one of the most diminutive members of the spaniel family. Classified by the AKC as one of the Toy Group, this spaniel is small yet compact. The breed’s rounded head is somewhat large in proportion... Read more
		Finnish Spitz With its red coat and kind face the Finnish Spitz is a uniquely beautiful breed. Originally used to hunt small game and birds the Finnish Spitz is a well-balanced medium sized dog. Square in build they are about as long... Read more
		German Pinscher The German Pinscher is an elegant, muscularly built dog. It is a proportional dog with its length equal to its height. Its skull is elongated in the shape of a wedge with an alert expression. Its eyes are dark, oval,... Read more
		German Wirehaired Pointer A tough and determined pointer of medium size, the German Wirehaired Pointer is built to hunt. The head is well proportioned, with a medium stop and a muzzle that is equal to the skull in length. Eyes are dark brown,... Read more
		Giant Schnauzer The Giant Schnauzer is a large, robust, bold dog. Its body is well-muscled and proportional, giving it a square appearance. The head is strong and rectangular, narrowing steadily from the ears to the tip of the nose. The eyes are... Read more
		Glen of Imaal Terrier The Glen of Imaal Terrier is a dog of classic terrier features. Its compact body is longer than it is tall; its forequarters are bowed and its feet are turned out. The head is powerful with its eyes dark, round,... Read more
		Gordon Setter The Gordon Setter is a stylish, friendly looking dog with a firm build. The coat is soft and smooth, often times with a wavy texture, and is one of the identifying characteristics of the breed. The hair is longer on... Read more
		Great Dane The Great Dane is an impressively large yet elegant breed with a muscular and well-built body. While the fawn color does tend to have a dark muzzle and perhaps ears, Danes come in at least 7 different color patterns (brindle,... Read more
		Greyhound The Greyhound is a thin, elegant animal known for its speed. The head is long, narrow, and fluid. The skull is wide between the ears with a very slight stop and the muzzle is strong with even teeth. The ears... Read more
		Irish Setter The Irish Setter is an elegant bird dog with a large build. Rectangular in shape, it is longer than it is tall. A sturdy dog, it has style and grace and at the same time is an excellent athlete. Its... Read more
		Italian Greyhound The Italian Greyhound is a smaller and more slender version of the Greyhound. Its head is long and flat, tapering to a dark nose. Eyes are dark and bright, giving a look of intelligence, and the ears are small and... Read more
		Japanese Chin A member of the Toy Group, the Japanese Chin was once the favored companion of Chinese and Japanese royalty. This dainty dog has a square build that is compact yet refined. The Japanese Chin should never appear coarse nor should... Read more
		Keeshond The Keeshond is a square proportioned dog with distinct Spitz characteristics. The head is wedge shaped and well proportioned with a clear stop. Black markings around the eyes, called “spectacles,” add to the dog’s alert, fox-like expression. Ears are small,... Read more
		Kerry Blue Terrier The Kerry Blue Terrier is a balanced and muscled breed with a strong bone structure. The head is long with small dark eyes; ears are carried high on the head with a v-shape and folded towards the front of the... Read more
		Komondor The Komondor is a mature and imposing dog, easily recognizable for its unusual white cord coat. The head is large, with elongated triangle ears. Eyes are almond shaped, medium sized and dark brown in color. The muzzle is wide and... Read more
		Lowchen The name Löwchen means Little Lion Dog, and this dog has historically been groomed to look as such. The head features a broad, blunt muzzle and topskull, and is flanked by pendant ears. Large, round eyes are set deep in... Read more
		Manchester Terrier The Manchester Terrier is a small dog that is black and tan in color. The long, narrow head appears as a blunt wedge shape, and the skull and muzzle are equal in length. The almond-shaped eyes are very dark brown... Read more
		Mastiff Strong and powerful, the Mastiff’s great bulk does not easily pass by unrecognized. The head is massive and wide, with dark brown eyes that reflect alert kindness. Ears are relatively small, v-shaped and rounded, and set toward the back of... Read more
		Miniature Schnauzer The Miniature Schnauzer is a robust and sturdily built dog with an undeniable terrier appearance. The head is strong, long and rectangular, topped by small, v-shaped ears that can be cropped or uncropped. Eyes are deep set, small and brown,... Read more