Every dog is S-tier to its human
Dog breed rankings are affectionate lies — the real ranking criteria are lifestyle fit: energy budget (Border Collies and Huskies punish inactive owners), grooming tax (Poodles compound weekly), size-to-apartment math, and drool tolerance. Family lists elevate Goldens and Labs on temperament data that shelter workers will confirm. Internet lists elevate Shibas and Corgis on meme liquidity. Both are valid; neither should be confused with 'objectively better dog', a phrase no vet has ever spoken.