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Helpful Tips to Find the Right Dog for YouDogs for Those Who Workout Allot
Dogs that Love to be Around Boys and Girls
Dogs that are Busy Bees and Independent
Dogs that Love Attention and are Homebodies
Dogs for those who like it Quiet, such as Apartment Dwellers
Other Dogs that are Quiet to Help if you have Sleep Problems
Dogs for those who have Allergy Troubles
Dogs that like short Walks - Better if you have Mobility Issues
Dogs that Love Making Friends with People and Socializing
Dogs that Help Give Motivation
Globe Trotters - Dogs that you can Take Anywhere
Dogs Perfect for Waterfronts
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All BreedsList of dog breeds, purebred, hybrid, and mixed breeds from A to Z in alphabetical order. Affenpinscher |
If you love the great outdoors, you probably want a canine companion that shares your joy. Just about every dog loves to get out and about, but breeds that adore long daily walks or vigorous exercise tend to be medium-large breeds, including Doberman Pinschers, Rottweilers, Irish and English Setters, Weimaraners, Border Collies, most pointers, German Shepherds, and Dalmatians.
Just about every kind of dog can turn out to be a great companion for a child, but there are some breeds that are particularly known for their love of children. Beagles and boxers are good for little kids who love to romp and play, dachshunds are great for gentle, older kids, while Great Danes and Saint Bernards adore having children of all ages to play with and protect.
You’re a busy one, always on the go. While dogs are pack animals and need companionship, some dogs are more independent than others and may fit your busier life, including Alaskan Malamutes, Borzoi (Russian Wolfhounds), and Chinese Shar-peis. You can also help your pup cope with your absence by having two dogs, and they needn’t be a matching set. A lab can find great companionship with a papillon.
You’ve got a lot of love and affection to give. If you want a pup that thrives on human companionship, think Pomeranian, Chinese crested, French bulldog, or toy poodle. For a dog that loves your attention and is a good watchdog too, one who’ll bark when strangers are near, your ideal canine mate may be a Beagle, Bloodhound, Old English Sheepdog, or American Cocker Spaniel.
If you live in an apartment, you’re probably looking for a dog that doesn’t tend to bark without reason, and who also needs only the moderate exercise a short walk. If this is the case, think English Toy Spaniels, Belington Terriers, or Cavalier King Charles Spaniels. A short walk or a good amount of indoor play is all a Havanese, Affenpinscher, or Chihuahua needs too; however, these dogs may tend to be more vocal.
If sleep problems keep you wide-eyed some nights, a quiet canine companion could be the dog for you. Basenjis are famously known to be non-barking (they make low crowing sounds), though they’re very energetic dogs devoted to play. Other breeds known to have a quiet temperament include Greyhounds and English Sheepdogs. You may want to steer clear of Boxers and Bulldogs, who tend to snore.
Because all dogs have a protein in their saliva and dander (flakes of dead skin) to which some people may be allergic, there’s no such thing as a hypoallergenic dog. Yet some dogs do produce less dander, while others shed less and so don’t drop as much dander-laden fur around the house. A few dogs that allergy sufferers may consider include Schnauzers, Poodles, Bichon Frises, and Portuguese water dogs.
Whether it’s knee pain, rheumatoid arthritis, or MS limiting your mobility, you probably want a pooch that can get plenty of exercise romping around the house, or needs only short walks. In that case, it may pay to think very small or very big. Bullmastiffs and Saint Bernards need only moderate exercise, as consider Basset Hounds, Shih Tzu, and Pekingese. Terriers are medium-sized dogs, but usually need lots of action.
If you’re a party giver, a busy volunteer, an inveterate socializer, or looking for a love connection, you probably crave a canine confederate who likes to go places and loves to meet new people and it would help if your pup doesn’t tend to bite. People-lovers to consider include Clumber Spaniels, English Setters. Irish Setters, Golden Retrievers, Flat-coated Retrievers, and Labrador retrievers. Can alos consider Beagles, Siberian Huskies, and Bichon Frises.
If you need a little incentive to get out for a bit of exercise -- perhaps you’re coping with hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes, or heart disease - think about a pooch that delights in walking, such as Akitas, clumber spaniels, Airedales, or American Eskimo dogs. Small pups like Pomeranians and toy poodles also enjoy walks, but they need much shorter strolls than larger breeds.
Do you travel a lot for work or play? You may want a pet who’ll enjoy the journey with you. This probably means a small, easily-transportable dog, one that enjoys travel, can fit in a suitable carry-on, and remains calm and generally quiet as you two jet from coast to coast. That’s a lot to ask of a little one, but a Yorkshire Terrier or a Maltese pup may be just the ticket.
Whether you love the sea’s salty tang, or romping at river’s edge, a Golden Retriever loves to be right there beside you. Another aquatic pooch is the Portuguese water dog, which has a waterproof coat and loves fun with family. Make sure your water-loving dog doesn’t get dehydrated, sunburned, or drink salt water, and never leave your pup alone near water.