Vet reveals the top 5 emotionally intelligent dog breeds

Vet Reveals Top 5 Emotionally Intelligent Dog Breeds

Newsweek interviewed Dr. Liza Cahn, a veterinarian, who identified dog breeds best at recognizing their owner’s emotions.

Key Emotionally Intelligent Breeds

Dr. Cahn highlights five breeds known for their emotional sensitivity and ability to bond deeply with owners:

Emotional Intelligence in Dogs

These breeds stand out because they actively read and respond to human emotions, which strengthens the human-animal bond. According to Dr. Cahn, their ability to sense emotions helps in providing comfort, support, and even stress relief to their owners.

"Dogs with strong emotional intelligence not only enhance companionship but also can improve mental wellbeing by responding appropriately to their owners' feelings," Dr. Cahn explained.


This list highlights dog breeds with an exceptional ability to empathize, showing how canine emotional intelligence can deeply impact owner wellbeing.

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