How intelligent is a Samoyed dog?

The Samoyed’s intelligence is medium among dogs, ranked 33rd in Stanley Coren’s ‘The Intelligence of Dogs.’ Though not highly ranked, they are gentle and lively, build close bonds, and adapt easily to new families.

In addition, Samoyeds are very empathetic; they learn tricks and actions well and understand commands and intent, even judging the owner’s mood from attitude to get along better.