Dogs that chew
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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: none
- breed size: medium (26-60 lbs.)
- other traits: good hiking companion, strong loyalty tendencies, tendency to chew, easy to train, easy to groom, high prey drive
- colors: black, gray, red, blue, fawn, white, brown / chocolate / liver
- patterns: bicolor, tricolor, brindle, tuxedo, black and tan, blue and tan, liver and tan
- coat length/texture: short
- temperament: friendly, willful, playful
American pit bull terriers are affectionate, loving, and energetic pups that make wonderful family dogs. Learn more about caring for pit bulls, a sweet and misunderstood breed.
- 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: 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: 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: 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: herding
- breed size: medium (26-60 lbs.)
- other traits: easy to train, easy to groom, tolerates being alone, tendency to chew, hot weather tolerant, loves water, good hiking companion
- colors: red, brown / chocolate / liver, blue, cream, black, fawn
- patterns: bicolor, tricolor, black and tan
- coat length/texture: short
- temperament: gentle, friendly
Bred as working dogs, Australian kelpies still love being put to work whether their task is herding sheep, catching a ball, or making it to the finish line of an agility course. They require lots of exercise and mental stimulation and make great pets for active families who want energetic, affectionate, and loyal companions.
- breed group: hybrid
- breed size: small (0-25 lbs.)
- other traits: requires lots of grooming, tendency to chew, apartment-friendly, strong loyalty tendencies, good hiking companion
- colors: red, gold / yellow, fawn, black
- patterns: bicolor, sable
- coat length/texture: short
- temperament: outgoing, friendly, playful, willful
Meet the puggle: A high-energy, affectionate small mixed breed that’s a combination of the pug and beagle. Though short in stature, he’s the ideal pup for active families.
- 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: sporting
- breed size: large (61-100 lbs.)
- other traits: easy to train, easy to groom, tendency to chew, prone to health issues, high potential for weight gain, loves water, cold weather tolerant, hot weather tolerant, good for first-time pet owners, strong loyalty tendencies, good hiking companion
- colors: brown / chocolate / liver, gold / yellow, black
- coat length/texture: short, medium
- temperament: friendly, outgoing, playful
Labrador retrievers, or Labs as many know them, are an ideal combination of friendly and active, making them one of the most beloved family pets. Read on for more information about this most popular dog breed.
- 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: terrier
- breed size: medium (26-60 lbs.)
- other traits: hypoallergenic, requires lots of grooming, tendency to chew, high prey drive, loves water, cold weather tolerant, strong loyalty tendencies, good hiking companion
- colors: black, gray, blue
- coat length/texture: medium, curly
- temperament: friendly, willful, playful
Kerry blue terriers are loyal, hard-working, and strong-willed dogs. They are happiest when they have a task to do, preferably if it’s by their owner's side.
- 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: herding
- breed size: medium (26-60 lbs.)
- other traits: easy to train, tendency to chew, high prey drive, loves water, cold weather tolerant, strong loyalty tendencies, good hiking companion
- colors: black, fawn, red, brown / chocolate / liver
- patterns: brindle, bicolor
- coat length/texture: medium
- temperament: playful, aloof
Athletic, intelligent, and endlessly loyal, the striking and surprisingly goofy Belgian Tervuren thrives when he has a job to do, space to explore, and an experienced owner to guide him.
- breed group: terrier
- breed size: medium (26-60 lbs.)
- other traits: easy to groom, tendency to chew, high prey drive, apartment-friendly, strong loyalty tendencies, hot weather tolerant
- colors: red, fawn, black, white
- patterns: bicolor, tricolor, brindle, black and tan
- coat length/texture: short
- temperament: gentle, friendly, outgoing, willful
Bull terriers are loyal, rambunctious, and endearing companions. This playful breed can also be a bit mischievous and certainly draws attention with their unique physique.
- breed group: sporting
- breed size: medium (26-60 lbs.)
- other traits: easy to train, easy to groom, tendency to chew, prone to health issues, high prey drive, loves water, hot weather tolerant, strong loyalty tendencies, good hiking companion
- colors: brown / chocolate / liver
- patterns: flecked / ticked / speckled
- coat length/texture: short
- temperament: friendly, willful, outgoing, playful
German shorthaired pointers are agile, athletic dogs who are always up for an outdoor adventure. Learn more about German shorthaired pointer puppies and dogs.
- 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: working
- breed size: large (61-100 lbs.)
- other traits: easy to groom, tendency to chew, high prey drive, high potential for weight gain, cold weather tolerant, strong loyalty tendencies, good hiking companion
- colors: white, black, gray, blue, red, brown / chocolate / liver
- patterns: sable, bicolor
- coat length/texture: long
- temperament: friendly, willful, outgoing, playful
Loyal, intelligent, cuddly, and more than a little sassy, Alaskan malamutes apply a dedicated work ethic to everything they do—even playtime! If you’re eager to have one, learn more about their unique personality and needs.