Medium Haired Dogs
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- breed group: sporting
- breed size: medium (26-60 lbs.)
- other traits: easy to train, cold weather tolerant, strong loyalty tendencies, good hiking companion
- colors: black, white, brown / chocolate / liver, red
- patterns: bicolor, tricolor, flecked / ticked / speckled, spotted
- coat length/texture: medium
- temperament: gentle, friendly, outgoing, playful
Rugged, intelligent, and bred specifically to work closely with humans, English springer spaniels are people-pleasing family dogs who can get along with a variety of other animals and in many living situations.
- breed group: none
- breed size: medium (26-60 lbs.)
- other traits: high prey drive, apartment-friendly, strong loyalty tendencies, good hiking companion
- colors: white, gray, fawn
- patterns: brindle, black and tan
- coat length/texture: medium
- temperament: gentle, playful, anxious
The Jindo is a loyal, alert dog that originated in South Korea. This breed enjoys a lot of physical activity (hiking is his favorite!) with his family.
- breed group: sporting
- breed size: large (61-100 lbs.)
- other traits: tendency to chew, high prey drive, high potential for weight gain, cold weather tolerant, loves water, good hiking companion, good for first-time pet owners
- colors: white
- patterns: flecked / ticked / speckled
- coat length/texture: medium
- temperament: gentle, friendly, willful, playful, aloof
Mellow but never boring, the rare Clumber spaniel is a large love bug who adores attention and makes a delightful companion in any home where fur and drool are welcome.
- breed group: terrier
- breed size: medium (26-60 lbs.)
- other traits: easy to train, requires lots of grooming, tolerates being alone, high prey drive, high potential for weight gain, apartment-friendly, strong loyalty tendencies
- colors: cream, blue
- patterns: brindle
- coat length/texture: medium, wiry
- temperament: friendly, willful, playful, outgoing
Glen of Imaal terriers are independent, fun-loving dogs with big personalities. Learn more about living with these intelligent Irish pups.
- breed group: hybrid
- breed size: small (0-25 lbs.)
- other traits: hypoallergenic, easy to train, requires lots of grooming, high potential for weight gain, apartment-friendly
- colors: brown / chocolate / liver, red, gold / yellow, cream, fawn, black, gray, white
- patterns: bicolor, sable, black and tan, liver and tan
- coat length/texture: curly, medium
- temperament: gentle, friendly, anxious
Schnoodles are “teddy bear” dogs who are beloved for their calm demeanor, high level of intelligence, and low-allergen coats.
- breed group: sporting
- breed size: medium (26-60 lbs.)
- other traits: good hiking companion, strong loyalty tendencies, easy to groom, cold weather tolerant, high prey drive, easy to train
- colors: brown / chocolate / liver
- patterns: bicolor
- coat length/texture: medium, wiry
- temperament: gentle, aloof, willful, playful
The Chesapeake Bay retriever, the only American-bred retriever, is a loyal family dog who loves a job, whether that’s hunting, hiking, or splashing around in the cold water of his namesake.
- breed group: herding
- breed size: medium (26-60 lbs.)
- other traits: easy to train, easy to groom, good hiking companion
- colors: black, fawn, gray, white
- patterns: brindle, black and tan
- coat length/texture: medium, curly
- temperament: willful, outgoing, playful
The pumi may look like a teddy bear that’s come to life, but these brainy dogs are more than mere fluff. Find out more about these Hungarian herders with a comically endearing appearance.
- breed group: herding
- breed size: medium (26-60 lbs.)
- other traits: easy to groom, cold weather tolerant, strong loyalty tendencies, good hiking companion
- colors: fawn
- patterns: bicolor, brindle
- coat length/texture: medium, wiry
- temperament: friendly, willful
Berger Picards are a loving and active dog. They're fairly rare, especially outside of France, but have won the hearts of many with their big ears, sweet eyes, and silly nature.
- breed group: sporting
- breed size: medium (26-60 lbs.)
- other traits: easy to train, tendency to chew, high prey drive, loves water, apartment-friendly, cold weather tolerant, good hiking companion, requires lots of grooming
- colors: red, white
- patterns: bicolor
- coat length/texture: medium
- temperament: outgoing, friendly, playful
Nova Scotia duck tolling retrievers, also called "tollers," are a medium-sized sporting breed originally bred as hunting companions. Learn more about the active and intelligent breed.
- breed group: hybrid
- breed size: medium (26-60 lbs.)
- other traits: good hiking companion, tendency to chew, loves water, easy to train
- colors: black, gold / yellow, brown / chocolate / liver, white
- patterns: bicolor
- coat length/texture: short, medium
- temperament: friendly, outgoing, playful
A Labrador retriever and border collie mix, the borador is a high-energy dog who's smart and sporty. Learn more about living with this active breed.
- breed group: none
- breed size: medium (26-60 lbs.)
- other traits: high prey drive, easy to groom, loves water, cold weather tolerant, strong loyalty tendencies, good hiking companion
- colors: black, white
- patterns: bicolor
- coat length/texture: medium
- temperament: willful, aloof
A loyal and independent hunting companion, the Karelian bear dog is a rare, medium-sized, Finnish breed that needs a devoted, experienced pet parent—and lots of outdoor exercise.
- breed group: hound
- breed size: medium (26-60 lbs.)
- other traits: good hiking companion, easy to train, easy to groom, high prey drive, cold weather tolerant, high potential for weight gain, loves water, apartment-friendly, strong loyalty tendencies
- colors: gray, black, white
- patterns: tricolor
- coat length/texture: medium
- temperament: outgoing, friendly, willful, playful
A loyal family companion and an eager outdoor playmate, intelligent Norwegian elkhounds are an ancient dog breed that fits well into an active, modern lifestyle.
- breed group: hybrid
- breed size: small (0-25 lbs.)
- other traits: easy to train, easy to groom, high potential for weight gain, apartment-friendly, good for first-time pet owners, good hiking companion
- colors: red, brown / chocolate / liver, blue, black, white
- patterns: bicolor, tricolor, black and tan
- coat length/texture: short, medium
- temperament: outgoing, gentle, friendly, playful
Beagliers are a cute cross between a beagle and a Cavalier King Charles spaniel. Learn more about living with these friendly, sweet-eyed pups.
- breed group: sporting
- breed size: medium (26-60 lbs.)
- other traits: easy to train, easy to groom, good hiking companion, high prey drive, hot weather tolerant
- colors: brown / chocolate / liver, white
- patterns: bicolor, flecked / ticked / speckled, tricolor, spotted
- coat length/texture: medium
- temperament: outgoing, friendly, playful
Full of energy and eager to please, the Brittany is a medium-sized breed that delights in all kinds of outdoor adventures with their owners.
- breed group: hybrid
- breed size: small (0-25 lbs.)
- other traits: hypoallergenic, easy to train, requires lots of grooming, low prey drive, apartment-friendly, good for first-time pet owners, strong loyalty tendencies
- colors: black, gray, red, blue, cream, white, fawn, brown / chocolate / liver, gold / yellow
- patterns: bicolor, tricolor, tuxedo, sable, merle
- coat length/texture: medium, long, curly
- temperament: gentle, friendly, outgoing, playful
Maltipoos make the perfect companion for young families, empty nesters, and everyone in between. Highly devoted to their humans, they love to accompany them on walks (and on the couch, of course). Plus, they’re non-shedders and make great apartment dwellers.
- breed group: hybrid
- breed size: small (0-25 lbs.)
- other traits: hypoallergenic, requires lots of grooming, low prey drive, good hiking companion, apartment-friendly, easy to train, strong loyalty tendencies, prone to health issues, loves water, good for first-time pet owners
- colors: black, gray, red, brown / chocolate / liver, fawn, cream, white
- coat length/texture: long, medium, curly
- temperament: outgoing, gentle, friendly, playful, anxious
For loving companionship, few breeds compare to the smart, cuddlesome, and playful Cavapoo. This crossbreed might also be a good choice as a low-allergen pet.
- breed group: terrier
- breed size: medium (26-60 lbs.)
- other traits: hypoallergenic, requires lots of grooming, apartment-friendly, high prey drive
- colors: cream, gold / yellow, fawn
- patterns: bicolor, saddle / blanket
- coat length/texture: medium, curly
- temperament: outgoing, willful, friendly, playful
Soft-coated wheaten terriers are spunky, energetic dogs with a signature wavy, cuddly coat. They love to jump, run, and play, and always want to stick by your side like a fluffy shadow.
- breed group: sporting
- breed size: medium (26-60 lbs.)
- other traits: easy to train, easy to groom, high prey drive, loves water, cold weather tolerant, hot weather tolerant
- colors: brown / chocolate / liver, gray
- patterns: bicolor, flecked / ticked / speckled
- coat length/texture: medium, wiry
- temperament: gentle, outgoing, friendly, playful
Though bred as a hunting dog, the wirehaired pointing griffon has evolved into a beloved companion thanks to his friendly demeanor, high intelligence, adorable scruffiness, and low-shedding coat.
- breed group: terrier
- breed size: small (0-25 lbs.)
- other traits: hypoallergenic, easy to train, requires lots of grooming, high prey drive, loves water, apartment-friendly, good for first-time pet owners, good hiking companion
- colors: cream, blue, brown / chocolate / liver
- patterns: bicolor, liver and tan, blue and tan
- coat length/texture: medium, curly
- temperament: gentle, willful, friendly, outgoing, playful
He's small, fluffy, and looks like a lamb, but the Bedlington terrier is all dog—and adaptable enough to join his family in any activity, from hikes to lazy days on the couch.
- breed group: terrier
- breed size: small (0-25 lbs.)
- other traits: high prey drive, loves water, high potential for weight gain, apartment-friendly, strong loyalty tendencies, prone to health issues
- colors: fawn, red, gold / yellow, black
- patterns: black and tan, bicolor
- coat length/texture: medium, wiry
- temperament: outgoing, willful, friendly, playful, anxious
Norfolk terriers are spunky, affectionate, and energetic small dogs who make great travel companions and outdoor adventurers. Happy and social, they thrive with active families.