Hailing from Scotland and England, and named after a Duke, Gordon Setters are quite the royal breed. According to the American Kennel Club, although they were originally bred to hunt, setters have become known for their reliability, excellent memory, and stamina, in addition to their intelligence.
Welsh Terriers are known for their decision-making abilities and hunting tactics when put to the challenge.
According to Your Purebred Puppy, Old English Sheepdogs are sociable, good-natured pets that thrive around people and are demanding of attention.
Originally developed as a "gun dog" for game shooting in fields, English Springer Spaniels are extremely obedient in tracking and hunting, while also being a pleasant companion.
According to the American Kennel Club, Australian Cattle Dogs are an alert and curious breed belonging to the Herding Group, and group of breeds that share an "instinctual ability" to control the movements of other animals.
Tervs, as Belgian Tervurens are widely known, are very independent and intelligent. According to the American Kennel Club, their smart self-sufficiency can actually get them into trouble if they're not trained properly.
Border Collies are famous herders, and according to the American Kennel Club, these canines are some of the most agile, balanced, and durable dogs around.
Golden Retrievers are hard workers, hands down. According to The Smart Canine, they are the fourth smartest dog breed for their obedience and working intelligence.
Bernese Mountain Dogs are easily trainable, but be warned: They don't like a quick change in training methods or harsh commands.
Bloodhounds like to take charge, and that's all thanks to their noses. According to Cesar's Way, these hunters locate their prey by scent and won't give up until they find what they're looking for.