1. Golden Retriever. Golden Retrievers are eager to please, and are known to be friendly, social, affectionate, and easy to train. They love all people – not just their people, but strangers too!
There are certain breeds that have a reputation for being good cuddlers. For larger breeds, you may see Golden Retrievers, Newfoundland, and Great Pyrenees listed among big cuddlers. As for smaller breeds, Pomeranians, Malteses, and Cavalier King Charles spaniels are typically pretty cuddle-loving.
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.
This one comes as no surprise to most of us. Retrievers, both Golden and Labrador, are known to be one of the most loving dog breeds. They are intelligent, easy to train, and the top dog for families.
Labrador Retrievers, Cavalier King Charles Spaniels and Newfoundlands are among the safest dog breeds that are least likely to bite, new research has found. While any dog can nip, these breeds are known for their particularly sweet-tempered spirit as long as they are treated right.
Pooches with this type of personality are eager learners and don't rely on their owner to keep them company throughout the day. Dog breeds that can be left alone for long periods include Labrador and Golden Retriever, Beagle, Peekapoo, or Shiba Inu.
Dogs choose their favorite people based on positive interactions and socialization they have shared in the past. Like humans, dogs are especially impressionable as their brains develop, so puppies up to 6 months old are in their key socialization period.
While it's only natural to want to embrace your loved ones, it's not always a good idea to hug your canine friends. "Hugging is a form of handling, and handling can lead to fear, anxiety, and stress in some dogs," says Dr. Vanessa Spano, DVM at Behavior Vets.
It's not uncommon for certain breeds to over-attach to their owners, particularly dogs in the working or herding groups that are bred to work side-by-side with their humans.
1. Labrador Retriever. "Crowned as the UK's favourite breed for decades, Labrador Retrievers are famous for their positive personality and eagerness to make their owners smile," the team tell us.
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.
