That's a hard one for favorite. I am a fan of most hunting dogs even though I don't hunt. Top would have to be Labs and Great Pyrenees. However, the Blackmouth Cur I have now though, never had one before, is pretty amazing and may jump up on that list: smart, sensitive, graceful, very observant, and fun. I'd have to get around more to know if it is just her or the breed to know for sure.