Calm Dogs
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- breed group: toy
- breed size: small (0-25 lbs.)
- other traits: hypoallergenic, easy to train, easy to groom, apartment-friendly, good for first-time pet owners
- colors: black, blue, brown / chocolate / liver, cream
- patterns: tricolor
- coat length/texture: hairless
- temperament: friendly, outgoing, playful
Whether hairless or “powderpuff,” Chinese cresteds are friendly little lap dogs who are excellent for apartment life, older owners, or anyone who just likes a conversation piece.
- breed group: hound
- breed size: large (61-100 lbs.)
- other traits: requires lots of grooming, cold weather tolerant, good hiking companion
- colors: black, gray, red, blue, cream, white, fawn, gold / yellow, brown / chocolate / liver
- patterns: bicolor, tuxedo, brindle, saddle / blanket, merle, black and tan, harlequin, hairless, spotted, sable, blue and tan, tricolor, flecked / ticked / speckled, liver and tan
- coat length/texture: medium
- temperament: gentle, friendly, willful, aloof
Borzoi are former aristocratic Russian dogs who love to run and relax quietly at home. Previously known as the "Russian wolfhound," these sighthounds are quick on their feet and regal in appearance. Learn more about living with a borzoi.
- breed group: toy
- breed size: small (0-25 lbs.)
- other traits: hypoallergenic, requires lots of grooming, good hiking companion, apartment-friendly, easy to train
- colors: black, blue, white, gold / yellow
- patterns: tricolor
- coat length/texture: long, short
- temperament: outgoing, willful, friendly
Biewer terriers are the new kids on the block. Small, funny, and charming, these members of the toy group will keep you entertained for hours on end. They’re great for first-time dog owners, but be patient when it’s time to find one to bring home.
- breed group: none
- breed size: extra large (101 lbs. or more)
- other traits: requires lots of grooming, highly territorial, loves water, cold weather tolerant, strong loyalty tendencies, good hiking companion
- colors: red, cream, fawn, white, gray, brown / chocolate / liver
- patterns: bicolor, tricolor, brindle, sable
- coat length/texture: long, medium, short
- temperament: gentle, aloof
Caucasian shepherds are huge dogs known as confident and fearless family protectors, but also loving, affectionate, and loyal family dogs. Learn more about living with Caucasian shepherds.
- breed group: working
- breed size: extra large (101 lbs. or more)
- other traits: highly territorial, loves water, cold weather tolerant, hot weather tolerant, strong loyalty tendencies
- colors: brown / chocolate / liver, red, cream
- patterns: bicolor, tricolor, brindle
- coat length/texture: short
- temperament: friendly, outgoing
Boerboels are intelligent, loyal, and gentle protectors of their families. They can weigh up to 200 pounds. Learn more about living with boerboels.
- breed group: sporting
- breed size: medium (26-60 lbs.)
- other traits: easy to train, requires lots of grooming, high potential for weight gain, apartment-friendly, good hiking companion, strong loyalty tendencies
- colors: gold / yellow, brown / chocolate / liver, blue, white
- patterns: bicolor, tricolor, flecked / ticked / speckled
- coat length/texture: long
- temperament: gentle, friendly, willful
English setters, the “gentlemen of the dog world,” are good-looking, athletic dogs who can impress in either the show ring or hunting in the field. This medium-sized dog requires a decent amount of grooming, but in return gives you a loving, loyal companion.
- breed group: hound
- breed size: large (61-100 lbs.)
- other traits: good hiking companion, easy to groom, strong loyalty tendencies, high prey drive
- colors: red, fawn, black, white, blue
- patterns: bicolor, brindle, black and tan
- coat length/texture: short
- temperament: gentle, outgoing
Greyhounds are gentle, graceful dogs who are known for their sweet temperament and sprinting capabilities. These regal hounds enjoy the comforts of life and make excellent family pets.
- breed group: hound
- breed size: large (61-100 lbs.)
- other traits: easy to groom, tolerates being alone, high prey drive, strong loyalty tendencies, good hiking companion, high potential for weight gain, prone to health issues
- colors: black, blue, gray
- patterns: brindle
- coat length/texture: wiry
- temperament: gentle, aloof, outgoing, playful
A giant sighthound who used to hunt deer in the Scottish highlands, Scottish deerhounds these days are still rare but they instead prefer spending time with their families or patrolling a big yard.
- breed group: working
- breed size: large (61-100 lbs.)
- other traits: easy to train, easy to groom, prone to health issues, highly territorial, high potential for weight gain, strong loyalty tendencies, good hiking companion
- colors: brown / chocolate / liver, black
- patterns: black and tan
- coat length/texture: medium
- temperament: gentle, playful, aloof
Rottweilers are smart, hard-working dogs that can be gentle and devoted family pets with proper positive reinforcement training. Learn more about living with Rottweilers.
- breed group: non-sporting
- breed size: large (61-100 lbs.)
- other traits: tolerates being alone, high prey drive, apartment-friendly, cold weather tolerant, strong loyalty tendencies
- colors: red, cream, fawn, black, blue
- coat length/texture: long, medium
- temperament: aloof
With their regal, distinctive stance and independent nature, chow chows both look and act like kings. They aren’t big snugglers, but chow chows will be attentive companions to their immediate family.
- breed group: working
- breed size: extra large (101 lbs. or more)
- other traits: easy to train, easy to groom, prone to health issues, highly territorial, good for first-time pet owners, strong loyalty tendencies
- colors: fawn, black, blue, gray, white
- patterns: bicolor, brindle, harlequin, merle
- coat length/texture: short
- temperament: gentle, friendly, outgoing, playful, protective
Great Danes are enormous, gentle dogs that love spending time with their family, whether on walks or lazing at their elbows. Is this gentle gargantuan dog breed right for you?
- breed group: hybrid
- breed size: small (0-25 lbs.)
- other traits: hypoallergenic, easy to train, easy to groom, low prey drive, high potential for weight gain, apartment-friendly, good for first-time pet owners, strong loyalty tendencies
- colors: brown / chocolate / liver, cream, fawn, black, gray, white
- patterns: tricolor, bicolor, tuxedo, black and tan, sable, spotted, blue and tan, liver and tan
- coat length/texture: medium, curly
- temperament: gentle, friendly, outgoing, playful
A low-allergen crossbreed of the Havanese and poodle, the sweet-natured Havapoo is a bright and lively charmer who fits right into homes and families of all types.
- breed group: working
- breed size: large (61-100 lbs.)
- other traits: easy to train, requires lots of grooming, prone to health issues, cold weather tolerant, good for first-time pet owners, strong loyalty tendencies, good hiking companion
- colors: black, brown / chocolate / liver, white
- patterns: tricolor
- coat length/texture: long
- temperament: gentle, friendly, playful, aloof
Bernese mountain dogs are smart, hardworking, and loyal dogs who love to spend time with their human family. Learn more about living with Bernese mountain dogs.
- breed group: hound
- breed size: extra large (101 lbs. or more)
- other traits: easy to train, easy to groom, prone to health issues, high prey drive, cold weather tolerant, strong loyalty tendencies
- colors: red, cream, black, blue, gray, white, fawn
- patterns: brindle
- coat length/texture: long, wiry, medium
- temperament: gentle, friendly, playful
Muscular yet elegant, shaggy Irish wolfhounds are one of the largest breeds in the world. Their calm, gentle spirit makes them ideal family companions—for those who have the space. Learn more about living with Irish wolfhounds.
- breed group: hybrid
- breed size: small (0-25 lbs.)
- other traits: hypoallergenic, easy to train, apartment-friendly, strong loyalty tendencies
- colors: black, gray, cream, white, gold / yellow, brown / chocolate / liver
- patterns: bicolor
- coat length/texture: short, medium, curly
- temperament: gentle, friendly, playful
The Peekapoo, a cross between a miniature or toy poodle and a Pekingese, is an adorable, affectionate lapdog. Although the “designer” dogs are small in size, the breed is known for his big bark.
- breed group: working
- breed size: extra large (101 lbs. or more)
- other traits: easy to train, easy to groom, prone to health issues, highly territorial, high prey drive, high potential for weight gain, apartment-friendly, strong loyalty tendencies, good hiking companion
- colors: red, fawn
- patterns: brindle
- coat length/texture: short
- temperament: gentle, friendly, outgoing, playful
Bullmastiff dogs are loyal, trusting, and gentle giants that offer only great companionship. If you’re fond of big, smart dogs with sweet dispositions, learn more about the lovable bullmastiff.
- breed group: working
- breed size: extra large (101 lbs. or more)
- other traits: prone to health issues, highly territorial, high prey drive, high potential for weight gain, strong loyalty tendencies
- colors: fawn
- coat length/texture: short
- temperament: gentle, willful
Dogues de Bordeaux are known for their massive proportions—and that applies to the big hearts they have for their owners, too. Learn more about what it takes to care for these sweet, drooly giants.
- breed group: working
- breed size: large (61-100 lbs.)
- other traits: easy to train, requires lots of grooming, prone to health issues, highly territorial, high prey drive, high potential for weight gain, cold weather tolerant, strong loyalty tendencies
- colors: black, gray, red, blue, cream, white, fawn, gold / yellow, brown / chocolate / liver
- patterns: bicolor, tricolor, brindle, liver and tan, black and tan, blue and tan
- coat length/texture: long
- temperament: gentle, willful, aloof
Known as a national treasure in Japan, Akitas have wooed American dog-lovers with their loyalty, watchfulness, and graceful strength. Learn more about living with the Akita.
- breed group: working
- breed size: extra large (101 lbs. or more)
- other traits: easy to train, requires lots of grooming, tendency to chew, prone to health issues, highly territorial, low prey drive, high potential for weight gain, loves water, cold weather tolerant, good for first-time pet owners, strong loyalty tendencies, good hiking companion
- colors: black, gray, brown / chocolate / liver
- coat length/texture: long
- temperament: gentle, friendly, playful
Few dogs fit the description of majestic but gentle giants as well as the loving, sweet, and mild-tempered Newfoundland. Easygoing with children and loyal to their families, they’re devoted pets you’ll want to learn more about.
- breed group: working
- breed size: large (61-100 lbs.)
- other traits: tolerates being alone, highly territorial, cold weather tolerant, strong loyalty tendencies
- colors: white
- patterns: bicolor, spotted
- coat length/texture: long
- temperament: gentle, willful, aloof, protective
Great Pyrenees are smart and serious dogs that enjoy lots of space and make excellent family pets. Learn more about living with Great Pyrenees.