'I'm a veterinary expert and these are the four most obedient dog breeds'

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When it comes to training dogs, some breeds are naturally more obedient than others. According to veterinary expert Dr Rebecca MacMillan, certain dogs are easier to train due to their intelligence and specific breeding for work purposes.Speaking on behalf of ManyPets insurance, Dr MacMillan, BVetMed BSAVA PGCertSAM MRCVS, said that there are four dog breeds that are typically obedient. "They are intelligent dogs that have been selectively bred for work," Dr MacMillan said, giving a clue as to which dog breeds may be easier to train than others, Express reported.With the right balance of mental stimulation and physical exercise, some dog breeds can become "model citizens," obedient and well-trained.

However, there are certain breeds that tend to be naturally more obedient, according to vet Dr Rebecca MacMillan.Speaking on behalf of ManyPets insurance, Dr MacMillan, BVetMed BSAVA PGCertSAM MRCVS, told Express.co.uk that some breeds stand out for their training potential."There are always exceptions to the rule, but in my experience, the most obedient dog breeds include Border Collies, standard Poodles, Labrador Retrievers and German Shepherd Dogs," Dr MacMillan revealed. "They are usually bright and keen to learn new tasks.

They may have also been bred over many generations for their obedient nature, which can be useful for certain working environments."If your dog isn’t listening to you, it could be a result of excess energy or boredom.

Dr MacMillan explained: "Being under-exercised or bored can have a negative impact on [any dog's] focus."Alternatively, your dog may not be responding to the rewards you're offering. "Your dog may not be interested in the rewards you are offering them, so you might need to think of a