The 8 Most Popular Types of Shepherds

German Shepherd: A versatile and popular breed known for its intelligence and working abilities.

Australian Shepherd: Energetic and intelligent herding dogs with strong working instincts.

Belgian Malinois: Highly trainable and often used in police and military roles due to their intelligence and agility.

Border Collie: Recognized for their herding skills and considered one of the most intelligent dog breeds.

Shetland Sheepdog: Affectionate and intelligent herding dogs known for their agility and herding abilities.

Australian Cattle Dog: Energetic and intelligent dogs originally bred for herding cattle.

Belgian Tervuren: A member of the Belgian Shepherd family, known for their intelligence and versatility in various working activities.

Dutch Shepherd: Agile and intelligent working dogs historically used for herding and guarding livestock.

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