16 dog breeds that are the most good-natured according to scientists (17 photos)
Doesn't bark, doesn't bite and doesn't lunge at passers-by! Could a real dog be like this? It definitely can! Some dog breeds have special temperaments that make them great companions for people. 
These dogs show devotion and love for their owners, as well as unprecedented friendliness towards other animals and people. However, what does this depend on? Many dog breeders believe that these character traits are an innate characteristic of specific breeds. Others are convinced that an easy-going and friendly character is the result of proper upbringing. Which one of them is right?
Researchers from the University of Helsinki decided to deal with this interesting but extremely difficult question. After conducting a series of studies, they found out which breeds get along best with humans. Let's quickly find out how exactly they selected candidates for the title of “best friends.” Scientists published the results of their research on the Daily Mail website.
Sled dogs - 16th place 
A team from the University of Helsinki studied the fundamental behavioral differences between different dog breeds. To do this, they selected 11 thousand applicants from 300 different breeds and divided them into 52 groups. Researchers conducted a series of tests to find out which dogs are more trainable, dominant (or undominant), social with humans and other animals, and stubborn. Golden retrievers, Labradors, hounds and Shetland sheepdogs turned out to be the most good-natured representatives.
Bolonki - 15th place 
Spitz - 14th place 
Lagotto Romagnolo - 13th place 
This amazing breed of dog was bred back in the 16th century in Italy. The pet has an incredibly keen sense of smell, so it often gets involved in the search for truffles.
Retrievers - 12th place 
Pointers - 11th place 
Companion dogs - 10th place 
Companion dogs are, first and foremost, pets that are bred for friendship with humans. They are sociable, playful and react phenomenally to the owner’s mood, adapting to it. Most often, medium-sized dogs are companions.
Greyhounds - 9th place 
Chapendois - 8th place 
Bernese Mountain Dog - 7th place 
Whippet - 6th place 
Longhaired Collie – 5th place 
Sheltie - 4th place 
Hound dogs - 3rd place 
Hounds are a large group that includes hunting dogs. They are distinguished by excellent endurance, acute hearing and a high level of intelligence.
Labrador Retriever 
Golden Retriever – 1st place 
What dog breeds do you think are missing from this list?
