while I ruminate on the possibilities for further literary animals to figure into my posts, I'll give an applicable, real-life example of an animal-related list. brought to you by http://www.canongate.net/Lists/Animals/10LeastIntelligentBreedsOfD and the letter d.

10 least intelligent breeds of dog:

1. Afghan Hound

2. Basenji

3. Bulldog

4. Chow Chow

5. Borzoi

6. Bloodhound

7. Pekingese

8. Mastiff

9. Beagle

10. Basset Hound

I also have some spectacular monkey related photos, but the'll have to wait for the nonce.