It probably also depends on whether intelligence is part of the specification for the breed.
Though there's definitely breeders who will forget that for most breeds, the specs where designed to fit a profession, and go nuts aiming at an ideal look while ignoring everything else that is relevant for the job, such as intelligence and good health.
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