Outgoing Dogs
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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: 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: terrier
- breed size: medium (26-60 lbs.)
- other traits: easy to train, requires lots of grooming, tolerates being alone, high prey drive, high potential for weight gain, apartment-friendly, strong loyalty tendencies
- colors: cream, blue
- patterns: brindle
- coat length/texture: medium, wiry
- temperament: friendly, willful, playful, outgoing
Glen of Imaal terriers are independent, fun-loving dogs with big personalities. Learn more about living with these intelligent Irish pups.
- breed group: herding
- breed size: medium (26-60 lbs.)
- other traits: easy to train, easy to groom, good hiking companion
- colors: black, fawn, gray, white
- patterns: brindle, black and tan
- coat length/texture: medium, curly
- temperament: willful, outgoing, playful
The pumi may look like a teddy bear that’s come to life, but these brainy dogs are more than mere fluff. Find out more about these Hungarian herders with a comically endearing appearance.
- breed group: none
- breed size: large (61-100 lbs.)
- other traits: easy to train, easy to groom, apartment-friendly, strong loyalty tendencies, good hiking companion
- colors: black, brown / chocolate / liver, white
- patterns: bicolor, brindle
- coat length/texture: short
- temperament: willful, outgoing, playful
American bulldogs might surprise you with their devotion, task management, playfulness, and courage. Sure, they’re terrific working dogs—but they also have a sweet, sensitive side that makes them good family dogs.
- breed group: herding
- breed size: large (61-100 lbs.)
- other traits: good hiking companion, requires lots of grooming, cold weather tolerant
- colors: blue, white, gray, fawn, black
- patterns: bicolor, merle
- coat length/texture: long
- temperament: gentle, outgoing
Old English sheepdogs are intelligent, agile dogs with heavy, fluffy coats who are happiest when they are with their human family. Find out if the Old English sheepdog might be the right pet for your lifestyle.
- breed group: non-sporting
- breed size: small (0-25 lbs.)
- other traits: easy to train, easy to groom, tendency to chew, apartment-friendly, strong loyalty tendencies, good for first-time pet owners, high potential for weight gain, highly territorial
- colors: white, cream
- patterns: bicolor
- coat length/texture: long
- temperament: gentle, outgoing, friendly, playful, protective
American Eskimo dogs are intelligent, energetic pups with fluffy white coats. They are easily trainable and highly loyal to their owners.
- breed group: none
- breed size: small (0-25 lbs.)
- other traits: easy to train, tolerates being alone, high prey drive, loves water, cold weather tolerant, strong loyalty tendencies, good hiking companion
- colors: black, gray, brown / chocolate / liver
- patterns: bicolor, black and tan
- coat length/texture: short, wiry
- temperament: friendly, willful, outgoing, playful
Jagdterriers are smart, capable hunting dogs developed in Germany. If you're an outdoor enthusiast and an experienced dog owner, a jagdterrier could be the perfect companion.
- breed group: hound
- breed size: large (61-100 lbs.)
- other traits: good hiking companion, high prey drive
- colors: blue, black, brown / chocolate / liver
- patterns: flecked / ticked / speckled
- coat length/texture: short
- temperament: outgoing, playful, willful, gentle
A regal and determined hound, the bluetick coonhound can be a wonderful hunting companion and gentle best friend wrapped into one shiny body. Needing an outlet for their “houndy” behaviors, these special dogs could amaze your neighbors with their ability to “sing”. Find out if this unique breed is a suitable addition to your lifestyle.
- breed group: non-sporting
- breed size: medium (26-60 lbs.)
- other traits: easy to train, tendency to chew, low prey drive, high potential for weight gain, loves water, apartment-friendly, cold weather tolerant, good for first-time pet owners, strong loyalty tendencies, good hiking companion
- colors: cream, black, gray
- patterns: tricolor
- coat length/texture: long
- temperament: friendly, outgoing, playful
The keeshond is an intelligent old breed that has long been raised as family companions and watch dogs. They are well-tempered dogs with lots of personality and a striking gray, cream, and black double coat.
- breed group: sporting
- breed size: medium (26-60 lbs.)
- other traits: easy to train, tendency to chew, high prey drive, loves water, apartment-friendly, cold weather tolerant, good hiking companion, requires lots of grooming
- colors: red, white
- patterns: bicolor
- coat length/texture: medium
- temperament: outgoing, friendly, playful
Nova Scotia duck tolling retrievers, also called "tollers," are a medium-sized sporting breed originally bred as hunting companions. Learn more about the active and intelligent breed.
- breed group: hybrid
- breed size: medium (26-60 lbs.)
- other traits: good hiking companion, tendency to chew, loves water, easy to train
- colors: black, gold / yellow, brown / chocolate / liver, white
- patterns: bicolor
- coat length/texture: short, medium
- temperament: friendly, outgoing, playful
A Labrador retriever and border collie mix, the borador is a high-energy dog who's smart and sporty. Learn more about living with this active breed.
- breed group: hound
- breed size: medium (26-60 lbs.)
- other traits: hot weather tolerant, high prey drive, easy to groom
- colors: fawn, cream, black, red, gray, gold / yellow
- patterns: bicolor, brindle, tricolor
- coat length/texture: short
- temperament: aloof, gentle, outgoing
Slender, extremely fast, and beautiful, the saluki is a rare breed that needs opportunities to be active in the safety of a fenced-in yard. Discover if the saluki may be a good match for you.
- breed group: hound
- breed size: medium (26-60 lbs.)
- other traits: good hiking companion, easy to train, easy to groom, high prey drive, cold weather tolerant, high potential for weight gain, loves water, apartment-friendly, strong loyalty tendencies
- colors: gray, black, white
- patterns: tricolor
- coat length/texture: medium
- temperament: outgoing, friendly, willful, playful
A loyal family companion and an eager outdoor playmate, intelligent Norwegian elkhounds are an ancient dog breed that fits well into an active, modern lifestyle.
- 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: large (61-100 lbs.)
- other traits: hypoallergenic, requires lots of grooming, cold weather tolerant, strong loyalty tendencies, good hiking companion
- colors: brown / chocolate / liver, black, white
- patterns: bicolor, tricolor, sable, brindle, tuxedo, merle, black and tan
- coat length/texture: long, curly
- temperament: gentle, friendly, outgoing, playful
Bernedoodles are goofy, charming dogs who love to play outdoors just as much as they love to cuddle up on the couch. They’re the perfect family dog and have a special fondness for children. Plus, they inherit a nearly hypoallergenic coat from their poodle parent.
- breed group: sporting
- breed size: medium (26-60 lbs.)
- other traits: easy to train, easy to groom, good hiking companion, high prey drive, hot weather tolerant
- colors: brown / chocolate / liver, white
- patterns: bicolor, flecked / ticked / speckled, tricolor, spotted
- coat length/texture: medium
- temperament: outgoing, friendly, playful
Full of energy and eager to please, the Brittany is a medium-sized breed that delights in all kinds of outdoor adventures with their owners.
- 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: non-sporting
- breed size: small (0-25 lbs.)
- other traits: hypoallergenic, easy to train, requires lots of grooming, apartment-friendly, good for first-time pet owners
- colors: white, cream
- patterns: bicolor
- coat length/texture: short, curly
- temperament: friendly, outgoing, playful
Intelligent, affectionate, and incredibly cute, the bichon frise could easily be mistaken for a child’s toy. This happy-go-lucky breed originated in the Mediterranean islands, which could be why they’re so easygoing and fun-loving. Bichons are the perfect companion for families, elderly couples, and everyone in between.
- 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.