Calm Dogs
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- 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: 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, brown / chocolate / liver
- patterns: bicolor, brindle, black and tan
- coat length/texture: short
- temperament: gentle, outgoing, anxious
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: none
- breed size: extra large (101 lbs. or more)
- other traits: easy to groom, high prey drive, strong loyalty tendencies, good hiking companion
- colors: black, red, fawn
- patterns: brindle, bicolor
- coat length/texture: short
- temperament: aloof, gentle
The Tosa is known as the sumo wrestler of the canine world. Learn what it takes to care for these dogs that excel in size, patience, and courage.
- 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: 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: 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: 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.
- breed group: none
- breed size: extra large (101 lbs. or more)
- other traits: easy to groom, tolerates being alone, hot weather tolerant, cold weather tolerant, good hiking companion, strong loyalty tendencies
- colors: black, red, blue, cream, white, fawn, gold / yellow
- patterns: bicolor, tricolor
- coat length/texture: medium
- temperament: gentle, friendly, aloof, playful
Central Asian shepherds are large, independent dogs who are loyal to their families but can be wary around strangers. Learn more about living with Central Asian shepherds.
- breed group: working
- breed size: large (61-100 lbs.)
- other traits: easy to groom, tolerates being alone, highly territorial, high potential for weight gain, cold weather tolerant, strong loyalty tendencies
- colors: brown / chocolate / liver, gold / yellow, black, blue, gray
- patterns: bicolor, black and tan, liver and tan, blue and tan
- coat length/texture: long
- temperament: willful, aloof
Tibetan mastiffs are smart, strong-willed, and independent dogs who switch between obedient and willful depending on their mood. Learn more about living with the Tibetan mastiff.
- breed group: none
- breed size: small (0-25 lbs.)
- other traits: hypoallergenic, apartment-friendly, low prey drive
- colors: white
- coat length/texture: long
- temperament: friendly, willful, playful
Bolognese dogs are good-natured pups that don’t shed much and are great with kids and other pets. Learn more about what makes this rare, easygoing breed so lovable.
- breed group: working
- breed size: large (61-100 lbs.)
- other traits: tolerates being alone, hot weather tolerant, cold weather tolerant, strong loyalty tendencies
- colors: white
- coat length/texture: long
- temperament: gentle, willful
Komondors are intelligent, affectionate dogs with a unique corded hairstyle. Bred to guard livestock, these working dogs are rare in the U.S.
- breed group: toy
- breed size: small (0-25 lbs.)
- other traits: tolerates being alone, apartment-friendly, strong loyalty tendencies
- colors: red, black, fawn, white
- patterns: bicolor, sable, tricolor
- coat length/texture: long
- temperament: gentle, aloof
As a regal and tiny dog, the Japanese chin makes an excellent apartment companion. This toy breed is well-suited for mature owners who want a loyal best friend by their side.
- breed group: non-sporting
- breed size: small (0-25 lbs.)
- other traits: easy to train, requires lots of grooming, low prey drive, high potential for weight gain, apartment-friendly, strong loyalty tendencies, good for first-time pet owners, good hiking companion
- colors: red, gold / yellow, cream, black, white
- patterns: black and tan, sable
- coat length/texture: medium
- temperament: gentle, outgoing, playful
Tibetan spaniels are small, affectionate, and intelligent dogs who love spending time with their human families. Learn more about living with the Tibetan spaniel.
- 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: sable, flecked / ticked / speckled, bicolor, tricolor, brindle, spotted, black 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. Formerly known as the "Russian wolfhound," these sighthounds are quick on their feet and regal in appearance.
- breed group: working
- breed size: extra large (101 lbs. or more)
- other traits: easy to train, easy to groom, prone to health issues, low prey drive, high potential for weight gain, cold weather tolerant, good for first-time pet owners, strong loyalty tendencies, good hiking companion
- colors: red, brown / chocolate / liver
- patterns: bicolor
- coat length/texture: long, medium
- temperament: gentle, friendly, outgoing, playful
Patient and caring Saint Bernards aren’t just known for their massive size—they have huge hearts, too, full of devotion for their human companions. Intelligent, mellow, and playful, learn how they can serve and adore a family like yours.
- breed group: toy
- breed size: small (0-25 lbs.)
- other traits: requires lots of grooming, prone to health issues, high potential for weight gain, apartment-friendly, good for first-time pet owners, strong loyalty tendencies
- colors: black, gray, red, blue, cream, white, fawn, gold / yellow, brown / chocolate / liver
- patterns: bicolor, tricolor, sable, brindle, black and tan
- coat length/texture: long
- temperament: gentle, friendly, willful, aloof
Pekingese are intelligent, affectionate, and friendly. These compact lion-maned dogs were first bred as companions for Chinese emperors. Learn more about living with Pekingese.
- 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: herding
- breed size: medium (26-60 lbs.)
- other traits: easy to train, requires lots of grooming, cold weather tolerant, strong loyalty tendencies
- colors: black, brown / chocolate / liver, gold / yellow, blue, cream, white, fawn
- patterns: sable, bicolor, brindle, saddle / blanket, tricolor
- coat length/texture: medium
- temperament: gentle, friendly
Finnish Lapphunds are friendly and athletic members of the herding family. They are loving dogs that adore companionship and thrive on the agility field.