What dog is the easiest to take care of?

10 Easy-Maintenance Dog Breeds
  • #1: Basenji. This wonderful breed has no “doggy smell,” so combined with his short coat and small size, he goes right to the top of the list. ...
  • #2: Vizsla. ...
  • #3: Whippet. ...
  • #4: Boston Terrier. ...
  • #5: Doberman Pinscher. ...
  • #6: Toy Manchester and Manchester Terrier. ...
  • #7: Pointer. ...
  • #8: German Shorthaired Pointer.

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What is the most low maintenance dog?

20 Lovable Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds
  • Shih Tzu. The vibrant and active shih tzu is an outgoing pup that does well with children and families. ...
  • Brussels Griffon. It's easy to be won over by the Brussels griffon. ...
  • Basset Hound. ...
  • Italian Greyhound. ...
  • Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. ...
  • French Bulldog. ...
  • Dachshund. ...
  • Pug.

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What is the easiest breed of dog to own?

9 Great Dog Breeds for First-Time Owners
  • labrador retriever.
  • poodle.
  • cavalier king charles spaniel.
  • papillon.
  • soft coated wheaten terrier.
  • english springer spaniel.
  • shih tzu.
  • whippet.

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What type of dog can be left alone during the day?

Dog breeds that do well alone
  • Basset Hound.
  • French Bulldog.
  • Chihuahua.
  • Shar Pei.
  • Pugs.
  • Bull terrier.
  • Chow Chow.
  • Akita Inu.

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What's the best dog for a lazy person?

10 Lazy Dog Breeds for Lazy People that Love to Cuddle
  • by Jessica Remitz | Pet360. ...
  • #1 - Pug. ...
  • #2 - French Bulldog. ...
  • #3 - Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. ...
  • #4 - Skye Terrier. ...
  • #5 - Shih Tzu. ...
  • #6 - Irish Wolfhound. ...
  • #7 - Greyhound.

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What is the calmest friendliest dog?

21 Calm Dog Breeds to Keep You Company
  1. Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is super adaptable and agreeable. ...
  2. Irish Wolfhound. ...
  3. St. Bernard. ...
  4. Bernese Mountain Dog. ...
  5. Irish Setter. ...
  6. Pekingese. ...
  7. Scottish Deerhound. ...
  8. Greyhound.

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What is the happiest dog?

8 of the happiest dog breeds
  • Beagles. Beagles have a wonderful nose, which is perhaps why they're so fun-loving all the time: they're experiencing life in full. ...
  • Bearded Collie. ...
  • French Bulldog. ...
  • Labrador Retriever. ...
  • Golden Retriever. ...
  • Bichon Frise. ...
  • Great Dane. ...
  • American Staffordshire Terrier.

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What is the best dog to get if you work all day?

Much like Golden Retrievers, Bullmastiffs look forward to quality time with their owners after a long day. They also have a fairly low energy level compared to other large dogs, so you shouldn't have to worry about them while you're at work.

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What dog likes to cuddle the most?

10 Best Dog Breeds for Cuddling
  • 01 of 10. Golden Retriever. The Spruce / Kevin Norris. ...
  • 02 of 10. Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Page Light Studios / Getty Images. ...
  • 03 of 10. Pomeranian. Olezzo / Getty Images. ...
  • 04 of 10. Staffordshire Bull Terrier. ...
  • 05 of 10. Newfoundland. ...
  • 06 of 10. Greyhound. ...
  • 07 of 10. Chihuahua. ...
  • 08 of 10. Pug.

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Which dogs don t get separation anxiety?

Dogs That Are Less Prone to Separation Anxiety
  • Bullmastiffs.
  • Chow Chows.
  • Akitas.
  • Chinese Shar-Peis.
  • Boston Terriers.
  • Lhasa Apsos.
  • Miniature Schnauzers.

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What breed of dog doesn't shed or smell?

Poodle. A poodle may have an impressive head of hair, but believe it or not, this breed does not shed or smell. It comes in a variety of colors and sizes so you can get one that's short, tall, black, white, gray or even apricot. They are intelligent and easily trained making them great show dogs.

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What is the most neglected dog?

The Pit Bull is the most common dog breed (along with pit bull breed mixes) found in shelters in the United States. They are also the most abused, neglected, and the most euthanized.

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What is the most neglected dog breed?

Pit Bulls are the most abused, abandoned, and euthanized dogs in the US. However, Pit Bull history tells us that they were once treated as loving companions.

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What is the friendliest non shedding dog?

Bichon Frise

This breed is ideal for people with allergies, as the coat is low-allergen to most. Grooming is a must for this breed to prevent any mats, since their hair will continually grow but not shed. This is a naturally friendly, playful breed, and a perfect dog for a first-time owner.

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What dogs pick a favorite person?

Dogs often choose a favorite person who matches their own energy level and personality.
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Breeds that tend to bond strongly to one person include:
  • Basenji.
  • Greyhound.
  • Shiba Inu.
  • Cairn Terrier.

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What is the clingy dog?

Clingy dogs want to be around you when you're at home, but they don't panic when you're not there. A dog with separation anxiety panics when you're not around. Separation anxiety causes dogs to engage in destructive, anxious behavior when left alone.

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Are male or female dogs more cuddly?

Male dogs are usually more affectionate than females, and some positively crave human attention. You'll find it's always you who brings the cuddling and fussing to an end – he could happily go on like this all day!

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What dogs Cannot be left alone?

Top 24 dogs who hate being left alone
  • Affenpinscher.
  • American Pit Bull Terrier.
  • Bichon Frise.
  • Border Collie.
  • Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.
  • Chihuahua.
  • Chinese Crested.
  • Coton de Tulear.

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Is it OK to leave dog alone for 8 hours?

Most experts agree you shouldn't leave your adult dog alone for more than eight to 10 hours, but some dogs (especially ones with small bladders) can't last that long. DO prepare your dog before you go.

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What is the #1 best dog?

1 — Labrador Retriever. It's hard to pin down one reason why the Labrador retriever is so beloved, but versatility has to be a big reason, according to Frei. “They're great with kids, happy, well-adjusted, active, smart,” he told TODAY. “If dogs could talk, I know what a Labrador would say: 'Me too, me too.

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What dog is best for depression?

Here are seven of the best breeds for anxiety and depression.
  1. Poodles. According to Stanley Coren's book The Intelligence of Dogs, poodles are the second most intelligent dogs after border collies. ...
  2. Golden Labradors. ...
  3. Chihuahuas. ...
  4. Yorkshire Terriers. ...
  5. Cavalier King Charles Spaniels. ...
  6. Pugs. ...
  7. Great Danes.

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What dog has the best personality?

While all dogs are a joy to be around, some breeds are well-known for their non-stop wagging tails and positive personalities.
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8 of the happiest dog breeds with positive personalities
  1. Labrador Retriever. ...
  2. Golden Retriever. ...
  3. Cocker Spaniel. ...
  4. Irish Setter. ...
  5. English Setter. ...
  6. Boxer. ...
  7. Bichon Frise. ...
  8. Smooth Collie.

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What is the cutest dog living?

30 Cutest Dog Breeds
  1. Yorkshire Terrier. These little dogs are hard to resist. ...
  2. French Bulldog. You've got to love these big-eyes pups that never get tired of playing. ...
  3. Golden Retriever. It's no wonder Golden Retrievers are so popular! ...
  4. Dachshund. ...
  5. Samoyed. ...
  6. Cairn Terrier. ...
  7. Shiba Inu. ...
  8. Pomeranian.

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Which dog is friendliest to babies?

Here's a list of dogs that tend to make the best dogs for kids and families:
  • Labrador Retriever. ...
  • Poodle. ...
  • Irish Setter. ...
  • Vizsla. ...
  • Newfoundland. ...
  • Bull Terrier. ...
  • Beagle. ...
  • Bulldog. For a devoted, patient pup that's sure to act affectionately towards kids, the Bulldog is your go-to breed.

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What pet is best for mental health?

Dogs often prove to be great pets and they come with mental health benefits including stress and anxiety reduction, a boost in self-esteem, and improved social connection. Cats are also popular pets; these loving, independent animals have proven to help with loneliness, depression, and anxiety.

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