Dogs with occasional shedding
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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: terrier
- breed size: small (0-25 lbs.)
- other traits: requires lots of grooming, high prey drive, apartment-friendly, cold weather tolerant, hot weather tolerant
- colors: gold / yellow, black, red
- patterns: brindle
- coat length/texture: long, wiry
- temperament: friendly, willful, playful
The Scottish terrier is among the oldest, best established, most recognizable breeds in the world. Tenacious and intelligent, these dogs can be great companions to the right owner.
- 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: 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: 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: working
- breed size: large (61-100 lbs.)
- other traits: tendency to chew, prone to health issues, low prey drive, apartment-friendly, strong loyalty tendencies, good hiking companion
- colors: white, fawn
- patterns: brindle
- coat length/texture: short
- temperament: friendly, willful, outgoing, playful
Muscular, athletic boxers are fun, cuddly, loyal dogs that love being part of an active family. They thrive in social environments and can be ideal companions. Learn whether these playful pups are the right fit for your lifestyle.
- breed group: hybrid
- breed size: medium (26-60 lbs.)
- other traits: easy to train, easy to groom, low prey drive, loves water, good for first-time pet owners, strong loyalty tendencies, good hiking companion
- colors: black, gray, red, blue, cream, white, fawn, brown / chocolate / liver
- patterns: bicolor
- coat length/texture: medium, curly
- temperament: friendly, outgoing, playful, willful, aloof
The bordoodle is a medium-sized crossbreed of two of the world's most intelligent dogs: the border collie and the poodle. With her smarts and friendly demeanor, she may be the perfect addition to your family.
- breed group: terrier
- breed size: small (0-25 lbs.)
- other traits: easy to groom, high prey drive, high potential for weight gain, strong loyalty tendencies, good hiking companion
- colors: black, red, brown / chocolate / liver
- patterns: bicolor, liver and tan, black and tan
- coat length/texture: short, medium, wiry
- temperament: willful, outgoing, playful
Patterdale terriers are small dogs with big energy. Bred as working farm dogs, these compact canines are happiest when there's a job to do, especially one that requires physical stamina and smarts.
- breed group: non-sporting
- breed size: small (0-25 lbs.)
- other traits: requires lots of grooming, tolerates being alone, apartment-friendly, cold weather tolerant, strong loyalty tendencies
- colors: brown / chocolate / liver, red, gold / yellow, cream, black, blue, gray, white
- patterns: sable, brindle, black and tan
- coat length/texture: long
- temperament: friendly, willful, aloof
Lhasa apsos are small, confident dogs filled with personality who make smart and loyal companions.
- breed group: hound
- breed size: large (61-100 lbs.)
- other traits: easy to train, tolerates being alone, tendency to chew, high prey drive, high potential for weight gain, loves water, cold weather tolerant, good for first-time pet owners, strong loyalty tendencies
- colors: black, gray, gold / yellow, blue, brown / chocolate / liver, cream, white, fawn
- patterns: bicolor, black and tan, blue and tan, liver and tan
- coat length/texture: medium
- temperament: friendly, playful, outgoing
Otterhounds are very rare. But if you’re lucky enough to hang out with one, they make fast friends because of their happy demeanor and lovable personalities.
- breed group: toy
- breed size: small (0-25 lbs.)
- other traits: easy to train, easy to groom, apartment-friendly, good for first-time pet owners
- colors: red, black, white, brown / chocolate / liver
- patterns: black and tan, tricolor, bicolor
- coat length/texture: medium
- temperament: gentle, outgoing, friendly, playful
Tiny, noble, and extremely friendly, the Cavalier King Charles spaniel has become one of the most popular breeds in the world due to his ability to fit into almost any living situation.
- breed group: hound
- breed size: large (61-100 lbs.)
- other traits: easy to groom, high prey drive, hot weather tolerant, strong loyalty tendencies
- colors: red, gold / yellow
- coat length/texture: short
- temperament: willful, playful, aloof
Known for the trademark ridge that runs along their spines, Rhodesian ridgebacks are an independent, strong, and faithful breed. Learn more about living with Rhodesian ridgebacks.
- breed group: terrier
- breed size: small (0-25 lbs.)
- other traits: easy to train, easy to groom, apartment-friendly, cold weather tolerant, good for first-time pet owners, strong loyalty tendencies, good hiking companion
- colors: red, cream, black, gray, white
- patterns: brindle
- coat length/texture: short, wiry
- temperament: gentle, friendly, willful, playful, anxious
Cairn terriers are loyal, intelligent, and playful little dogs who are just as happy snuggling on your lap as they are accompanying you on hikes.
- breed group: hound
- breed size: small (0-25 lbs.)
- other traits: easy to groom, tendency to chew, high prey drive, apartment-friendly
- colors: red, black, white
- patterns: bicolor, tricolor, brindle
- coat length/texture: short
- temperament: gentle, friendly, willful, playful, aloof
Basenjis are an energetic, clever breed with adorably furrowed brows, a strong hunting drive, and an independent personality. Learn more about living with Basenjis.
- breed group: none
- breed size: medium (26-60 lbs.)
- other traits: easy to train, easy to groom, high prey drive, hot weather tolerant
- colors: blue, gold / yellow, red, cream
- patterns: tricolor, bicolor
- coat length/texture: short
- temperament: friendly, playful
The official state dog of Texas, the blue lacy was bred to work on ranches. These hardworking, dignified dogs have boundless energy and do best with an active family and access to wide-open spaces.
- breed group: terrier
- breed size: medium (26-60 lbs.)
- other traits: tendency to chew, high potential for weight gain, strong loyalty tendencies, high prey drive
- colors: red, fawn, black, blue, white
- patterns: bicolor, brindle
- coat length/texture: short
- temperament: friendly, willful, playful
Brave, sweet, and loyal, Staffordshire bull terriers are renowned as doting family dogs.
- breed group: terrier
- breed size: medium (26-60 lbs.)
- other traits: easy to groom, apartment-friendly, good for first-time pet owners, strong loyalty tendencies
- colors: black, gray, blue, cream, fawn
- patterns: bicolor
- coat length/texture: long
- temperament: willful, friendly
Skye terriers are big-bodied, stumpy-legged dogs famous for their enduring loyalty. This rare breed is good-tempered, well-suited for apartment living, and doesn't need as much exercise as other terriers.
- breed group: terrier
- breed size: small (0-25 lbs.)
- other traits: easy to train, easy to groom, high prey drive, hot weather tolerant, good hiking companion
- colors: black, white, brown / chocolate / liver
- patterns: bicolor, tuxedo, black and tan
- coat length/texture: short
- temperament: friendly, willful, outgoing, playful
Russell terriers are incredibly intelligent, endlessly sociable, and unquestioningly adorable. Learn about their temperament, level of care, and more to decide whether this breed is right for your family.
- breed group: toy
- breed size: small (0-25 lbs.)
- other traits: easy to train, easy to groom, apartment-friendly, good for first-time pet owners, strong loyalty tendencies
- colors: red, brown / chocolate / liver, black, blue
- patterns: bicolor, sable, black and tan, blue and tan
- coat length/texture: short
- temperament: gentle, friendly, playful, aloof
Once companions for Russian aristocrats, Russian toy dogs today are playful, affectionate pets. They may be among the tiniest breeds, but they’re courageous and clever.
- breed group: hound
- breed size: large (61-100 lbs.)
- other traits: easy to groom, high prey drive, loves water, good hiking companion, prone to health issues
- colors: black, brown / chocolate / liver
- patterns: black and tan
- coat length/texture: short
- temperament: gentle, friendly, willful
Black and tan coonhounds are gentle family dogs, but don’t mistake their calm demeanor as laziness. These hounds are active hunting dogs and want to put their super-sensitive nose to work.