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: 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: 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: 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: 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: non-sporting
- breed size: medium (26-60 lbs.)
- other traits: hypoallergenic, easy to train, easy to groom, high prey drive, apartment-friendly, hot weather tolerant, strong loyalty tendencies
- colors: gold / yellow, brown / chocolate / liver, red, fawn, black, gray, white
- patterns: bicolor, hairless, brindle, flecked / ticked / speckled, spotted
- coat length/texture: hairless, short
- temperament: gentle, friendly, aloof
Xoloitzcuintli, also known as the Mexican hairless or simply as "xolo," are alert dogs and loyal, sporty companions. At over 3,000 years old, xolos come in three sizes—and some might not be so "hairless" after all.
- 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: toy
- breed size: small (0-25 lbs.)
- other traits: easy to train, requires lots of grooming, apartment-friendly, cold weather tolerant, hot weather tolerant, good for first-time pet owners
- colors: black, gray, red, cream, white, fawn, gold / yellow, brown / chocolate / liver
- patterns: bicolor
- coat length/texture: medium, curly
- temperament: friendly, outgoing
Intelligent, fun-loving, and adorable, toy poodles are some of the best family dogs in the world.
- 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: hound
- breed size: large (61-100 lbs.)
- other traits: tendency to chew, strong loyalty tendencies, good hiking companion
- colors: black, fawn, red, brown / chocolate / liver
- patterns: bicolor, black and tan, liver and tan
- coat length/texture: short
- temperament: gentle, friendly, willful
Bloodhounds are talented trackers who live by their noses, require dedicated care, and love their humans. Learn more about living with a bloodhound.
- breed group: non-sporting
- breed size: small (0-25 lbs.)
- other traits: easy to groom, prone to health issues, apartment-friendly, good for first-time pet owners, strong loyalty tendencies
- colors: cream, fawn, white
- patterns: bicolor, brindle, flecked / ticked / speckled
- coat length/texture: short
- temperament: gentle, friendly, outgoing, playful
Bred primarily as companion dogs, Frenchies crave all the love and affection we humans have to offer. They’re just as satisfied playing with kids and other dogs as they are being a couch potato. Goofy, yet intelligent, French bulldogs make an easygoing best friend for any dog lover.