Dogs that are good with seniors
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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: 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: small (0-25 lbs.)
- other traits: requires lots of grooming, easy to train, strong loyalty tendencies, apartment-friendly, cold weather tolerant, good hiking companion
- colors: fawn, black, white, blue, gray
- patterns: tricolor, bicolor, merle, sable
- coat length/texture: long
- temperament: gentle, friendly, playful
Sweet-tempered and eager-to-please, Shetland sheepdogs, or "Shelties" as they’re affectionately called, are a popular hardworking, attentive, and affectionate breed.
- 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, strong loyalty tendencies
- colors: black, gray, blue, cream, white, fawn, brown / chocolate / liver
- patterns: bicolor, tricolor, sable, brindle, black and tan, liver and tan, blue and tan
- coat length/texture: short
- temperament: friendly, playful, anxious
A cross between a Chihuahua and pug, Chugs tend to be confident, playful, affectionate pets. They are small dogs with big, fun-loving personalities.
- 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: 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: hybrid
- breed size: small (0-25 lbs.)
- other traits: hypoallergenic, easy to train, easy to groom, tolerates being alone, apartment-friendly, good for first-time pet owners, strong loyalty tendencies
- colors: brown / chocolate / liver, cream, black, blue, gray
- patterns: bicolor, tricolor, sable, blue and tan
- coat length/texture: wiry, curly
- temperament: gentle, friendly, outgoing, playful
Few small hybrid dogs compare to the spirited and affectionate Yorkie-poo, a little firecracker of fun with devoted companionship every member of the family can enjoy.
- breed group: hybrid
- breed size: small (0-25 lbs.)
- other traits: easy to groom, apartment-friendly, high potential for weight gain, strong loyalty tendencies
- colors: fawn, brown / chocolate / liver, black, white
- patterns: sable, bicolor, merle, brindle
- coat length/texture: short, long, wiry
- temperament: friendly, timid, willful, playful, anxious
Chiweenies are small dogs with big personalities. Their penchant for barking and need to be the center of attention can make them a handful, but with proper training they’ll be a lap dog for life.
- breed group: non-sporting
- breed size: medium (26-60 lbs.)
- other traits: easy to train, requires lots of grooming, hypoallergenic, apartment-friendly, cold weather tolerant
- colors: brown / chocolate / liver, red, gold / yellow, cream, fawn, black, gray, white
- patterns: bicolor, sable, brindle, black and tan, liver and tan
- coat length/texture: long
- temperament: gentle, friendly, anxious, playful
Tibetan terriers, bred as companion dogs in ancient monasteries, were once a symbol of good luck. Today, these loving and affectionate pups make for great family pets.
- 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: toy
- breed size: small (0-25 lbs.)
- other traits: easy to train, easy to groom, high prey drive, apartment-friendly, high potential for weight gain, good hiking companion, strong loyalty tendencies, good for first-time pet owners
- colors: black, white, brown / chocolate / liver
- patterns: bicolor, tricolor
- coat length/texture: short
- temperament: outgoing, friendly, playful
Toy fox terriers are smart, playful, and energetic dogs that are a perfect combination of the best traits from terriers and toy breeds. Learn more about living with this tiny, fun-loving pup.
- breed group: non-sporting
- breed size: medium (26-60 lbs.)
- other traits: easy to groom, tolerates being alone, tendency to chew, prone to health issues, highly territorial, apartment-friendly, strong loyalty tendencies, good hiking companion
- colors: brown / chocolate / liver, red, cream, fawn, black, blue
- patterns: sable
- coat length/texture: short
- temperament: gentle, willful, playful, aloof
The Chinese shar-pei is easy to recognize because of her loose, wrinkly skin, sandpaper fur, and a "hippopotamus" muzzle. This independent and loyal breed is best for experienced dog owners.
- 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: medium (26-60 lbs.)
- other traits: hypoallergenic, easy to train, tendency to chew, loves water, apartment-friendly, cold weather tolerant, hot weather tolerant, good for first-time pet owners, good hiking companion
- colors: black, white, brown / chocolate / liver
- patterns: bicolor, tricolor, black and tan
- coat length/texture: medium, curly
- temperament: friendly, outgoing, playful
If you're looking for an exercise companion or a velcro family dog, the fluffy, exuberant Portuguese water dog might be your new best friend.
- breed group: hybrid
- breed size: small (0-25 lbs.)
- other traits: hypoallergenic, requires lots of grooming, apartment-friendly, good for first-time pet owners
- colors: brown / chocolate / liver, gold / yellow, black, cream, white, gray
- patterns: bicolor
- coat length/texture: short, curly
- temperament: outgoing, friendly, playful
Friendly, doting, and intelligent, shih-poos inherit their parents’ best personality traits. These small dogs are versatile and can do well in any home where they’re the center of attention.
- breed group: hound
- breed size: medium (26-60 lbs.)
- other traits: easy to train, easy to groom, high prey drive, loves water, hot weather tolerant, good hiking companion, strong loyalty tendencies
- colors: black, white, brown / chocolate / liver
- patterns: tricolor
- coat length/texture: short
- temperament: friendly, willful
Treeing Walker coonhounds are known for helping hunters put food on the table and winning hunting competitions, but these hound dogs can serve as excellent, active companions for you and your family—no matter where you live.
- 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.