Clever Canines

Which intelligent dog breed is often used as police or service dogs?

• German Shepherd

• Standard Poodles

• Border Collies

• Doberman Pinschers

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Which of these statements gives a reason that the poodle could make a great pet?

• Their herding instincts make them excellent help around the house.

• Their coats are hypoallergenic, and they don’t shed.

• They make excellent watchdogs since they are very protective of their masters.

• They do not require as much training and activity as other intelligent dogs.

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Part A: According to the article, what is one reason poodles may not be a great pet?

• They have a thick undercoat, and they shed a lot.

• Proper training and direction can take a lot of time.

• They have a reputation of barking a lot and being over protective.

• They do not obey commands as easily as other intelligent dogs.

Part B: Which evidence from the article supports your answer to the previous question?

• Poodles can be taught to hunt, track, and retrieve during hunts.

• These dogs were once used as circus performers due to their high intelligence.

• Today, they are often bred with Labradors to make the popular labradoodle.

• ...without direction and teaching, poodles can be difficult to handle and hard headed.

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Which of the following homes would be the best fit for a border collie?

• A family of four that lives in a house with a large, fenced backyard.

• A family with small children that lives in an apartment in New York City.

• A couple with no kids that lives in a condo with no backyard.

• The home of a police officer that works 12 hour shifts some weeks.

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Which sentence from the article provides a detail to support your answer to the previous question?

• The border collie is often ranked #1 on these lists.

• The AKC lists the breed as affectionate and energetic workaholics.

• They don’t have to live on a farm to be happy, but they do require lots of space to run around.

• They are typically very easy to train due to their high intelligence.

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What qualities make the German shepherd an excellent military or war dog?

The article gives both pros and cons for owning an intelligent dog. Discuss both sides, giving at least one pro and one con. Support your answer with at least one detail from the article.

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