The Shih Tzu is probably the most popular lap dog. They do well in apartment settings because they only need short walks and a quick romp around the house. Shih Tzus loves children and other animals, making them one of the top lazy dog breeds for families.
According to Svartberg's data (PDF), a pinscher, a Bernese mountain dog, or an English springer spaniel might be the most disloyal since each ranks very low on playfulness, with moderate sociability.
Dachshunds, French Bulldogs and Poodles are among some of the most pickiest eaters that will fuss over what is placed in their bowl. While dogs are known for eating pretty much everything, some pups are notorious for actually being quite fussy about what they eat.
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.
Dog breeds that can be left alone for long periods include Labrador and Golden Retriever, Beagle, Peekapoo, or Shiba Inu. Naturally, by long-term periods, it's implied that the period is up to 8 hours a day and not more.
First off, there is no such thing as an untrainable dog. “But,” you argue, “If there were such a thing, surely my dog would fit into that category!” You can believe what you want, but all dogs are trainable; it just depends on how you go about it and how much time and energy you're willing to invest.
1. Boxer. Boxers are cuddle experts. According to the American Kennel Club, this breed is one of the most popular choices amongst families because boxers love to be around people, and a huge part of their personality is often categorized by seeking out human affection.
Whether you have a big mutt or a pure bred, a dog's ancestry may influence their temperament and impact how they form bonds with humans. Breeds that tend to choose favorites include: Akita, Chihuahua, Dachsund, Sheepdog, Shiba Inu.
Poodles. Poodles are exceptionally smart and beautiful dogs, known for their devotion to their human family above all else: they're the perfect canine companions.
The hardest part of dog training is doing nothing. It's standing like a statue, not saying anything, not doing anything, while your dog acts a fool. She's barking, jumping, biting at the leash. If you're in public, it's embarrassing and you want to make her stop.
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.
The length of time a dog can be left alone depends on the individual dog but we advise that they are left for no longer than four hours so they have opportunities to exercise, go to the toilet, and spend time with people.
Dogs in general are known for being happy, cuddly, sweet, and soothing for a human to pet. Some breeds are, by nature, more affectionate than others. While the Aussie will typically reserve cuddling for one person or a group of trusted people, sometimes he won't want to cuddle at all.
