What's the best dog to have?

10 Best Family Dogs
  • acquiring a puppy.
  • golden retriever.
  • labrador retriever.
  • french bulldog.
  • beagle.
  • kids.
  • newfoundland.
  • bulldog.
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What is the best dog all around?

These are the 11 best dog breeds, based on factors including health, personality, and overall popularity.
  • German Shepherds.
  • Beagles. ...
  • Poodles. ...
  • Huskies. ...
  • Golden Retrievers. ...
  • Maltese. ...
  • Newfoundland Dog. ...
  • Portuguese Water Dog. POTUS is a big fan. ...
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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 cleanest house dog?

What Are The Cleanest Dog Breeds?
  • German Pinscher.
  • Greyhound.
  • Japanese Chin.
  • Maltese.
  • Pharaoh Hound.
  • Poodle.
  • Whippet.
  • Xoloitzcuintli.
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What dog is best behaved?

Top 10 best behaved dog breeds
  • Rhodesian Ridgeback (71.05%)
  • Black Mouth Cur (70.83%)
  • Portuguese Water Dog (70.83%)
  • Anatolian Shepherd Dog (68.97)
  • Rat Terrier (68.97%)
  • Belgian Malinois (67.90%)
  • Miniature Pinscher (66.67%)
  • Dutch Shepherd (65.91%)
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Review of the Top 10 Dog Breeds and Which Breed is Right for You



What is the most loyal dog?

Top 10 Most Loyal Dog Breeds
  • #8: Yorkshire Terrier. ...
  • #7: Dobermann Pinscher. ...
  • #6: German Shepherd. ...
  • #5: Golden Retriever. ...
  • #4: Staffordshire Bull Terrier. ...
  • #3: Labrador Retriever. ...
  • #2: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. ...
  • #1: Xoloitzcuintli.
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What is the smartest dog?

  • Border collie. According to The Intelligence of Dogs, which ranks 131 dog breeds in terms of their relative intelligence, the border collie is the smartest dog breed known to man. ...
  • Poodle. ...
  • German shepherd. ...
  • Golden retriever. ...
  • Doberman pinscher. ...
  • Shetland sheepdog. ...
  • Labrador retriever. ...
  • Papillon.
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What is the most popular dog in 2021?

The American Kennel Club has used registration data to compile the list of 2021's most popular breeds. As always, the Labrador Retriever tops the list — this time for the 31st year! The Lab's temperament and versatility are just two of the traits that contribute to its perennial popularity.
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What is the safest dog?

5 Safest Dog Breeds
  1. Labrador Retriever. Loveable labs bring joy to children everywhere. ...
  2. Golden Retriever. The unparalleled playfulness of the Golden Retriever is a big plus. ...
  3. Irish Setter. Irish Setters thrive on companionship rather than solitude. ...
  4. Beagle. ...
  5. Border Collie.
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What is a good family dog?

Border Collie

This mild-mannered breed is gentle and reliable, rarely acting up or misbehaving. He's also quick to learn and easy to train – all good qualities in a family dog. Border collies love children of all ages. They do especially well with active families eager to spend loads of time outside.
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What is the best house pet?

Here are some pets that are perfect for your child.
  • Dogs. The default choice of pet for every household across the world, dogs, are adored by most. ...
  • Cats. Cats are adorable, and can easily blend in well with the rest of the family. ...
  • Birds. ...
  • Fish. ...
  • Hamsters. ...
  • Ants. ...
  • Guinea Pigs. ...
  • Mice.
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What is the number 1 dog name?

The top ten list, in order by popularity for both male and female dogs combined, is: 1)“Bella” followed by; 2) “Luna;” 3) “Charlie;” 4) “Lucy;” 5) “Cooper;” 6) “Max;” 7) “Bailey;” 8) “Daisy;” 9) “Sadie,” and; 10) “Lola.”
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What is the most expensive dog?

A golden-haired Tibetan mastiff puppy has reportedly been sold for a whopping $2 million in China, potentially making it the world's most expensive dog.
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What dog is the cutest?

The top 20 cutest dog breeds in the world, ranked according to...
  • Schnauzer. 59.01%
  • Leonberger. 58.99%
  • Cavapoo. 58.79%
  • Springador. 58.69%
  • Siberian Husky. 58.48%
  • Bernese Mountain Dog. 56.76%
  • Old English Bulldog. 56.30%
  • Bloodhound.
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What is the dumbest dog?

The 10 Dumbest Dog Breeds and Why They've Been Characterized as “Dumb”
  1. Afghan Hound. The Afghan Hound is the “dumbest” dog. ...
  2. Basenji. Basenjis also make the list of dumbest dog breeds. ...
  3. Bulldog. Bulldogs are known for their stubbornness. ...
  4. Chow Chow. Chow Chows can also be difficult to train. ...
  5. Borzoi. ...
  6. Bloodhound. ...
  7. Pekingese. ...
  8. Beagle.
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What is the laziest dog breed?

The 15 Laziest Dog Breeds That Are Total Couch Potatoes
  • of 16. Bulldog. These family-friendly cuties fit the snoozing stereotype, alright. ...
  • of 16. Saint Bernard. ...
  • of 16. Basset Hound. ...
  • of 16. French Bulldog. ...
  • of 16. Pekingese. ...
  • of 16. Bernese Mountain Dog. ...
  • of 16. Chow Chow. ...
  • of 16. Pug.
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What kind of dog lives the longest?

Australian Cattle Dog

An Australian Cattle Dog called Bluey holds the record for the longest-lived dog - reaching an incredible 29 years of age. The breed normally lives for around 15 years.
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Which dog is not loyal?

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.
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What dogs bond with one person?

For example, grey hounds, Shiba Inus, Cairn terriers, and Basenjis often bond strongly with one person, while Labrador retrievers, golden retrievers, poodles, and beagles like to spread the love more equally.
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What are the naughtiest dog breeds?

Here are the "naughtiest dog breeds in the world," according to Protect My Paws' study.
  • Mudi (77.27%)
  • Cockapoo (76.55%) ...
  • Wirehaired Vizla (76.19%) ...
  • Chug (76%) ...
  • Poochon (75.81%) ...
  • Welsh Terrier (74.29%) ...
  • Keeshond (73.08%) ...
  • English Springer Spaniel (72.83% "naughty" #s ) An English Springer Spaniel. ...
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Is a boy dog or girl dog better?

Some believe that the male dog is more affectionate and easier to train, while the female dog is more aggressive and protective of its owners and puppies. Well, the truth is that when it comes to dogs and puppies there is no superior sex.
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What is the rarest dog name?

Top Uncommon Dog Names
  • Bixby.
  • Busy.
  • Cinder.
  • Happy.
  • Harper.
  • Rain.
  • Ritz.
  • Tails.
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What is a good puppy name?

100 most popular puppy names
  • Luna.
  • Bella.
  • Daisy.
  • Lucy.
  • Bailey.
  • Coco.
  • Lola.
  • Nala.
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What is the number 1 pet in the world?

Cats are the world's most popular pets, outnumbering dogs by as many as three to one.
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