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. Of course, you shouldn't forget about adorable mutts.
Basset Hound, a breed where “you'll be the one that's pining to get home to see your lazy little mate, you needn't worry about the dog.” Greyhounds, surprise! “When they're not racing around, they're napping and chilling out,” Reet Good assured. Whippets, who “enjoy time to themselves” and “are brilliant around kids.”
1. Australian Shepherd. Australian Shepherds or “aussies” are a midsize breed known for their intelligence and herding instincts. Fast learners and always ready to work, these dogs are great for herding sheep, cows or even kids.
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.
There's a new top dog in town. For the first time in 31 years, the Labrador Retriever has been unseated as the most popular dog breed in the US, according to the American Kennel Club's 2022 registration statistics. In its place sits the cute and compact French Bulldog.
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. ...
With their warm eyes and cheerful grins, Labrador retrievers are the picture of friendliness. That's probably why they have been the most popular dog breed in the US for more than three decades, according to the American Kennel Club.
Border Collie. A Border Collie jumps over a fence in the Rescue Dog Agility show in the main arena on the first day of Crufts dog show at the NEC on March 6, 2014, in Birmingham, England. ...
One of the most calm dog breeds, this massive furball of sweetness is so loving, good-natured, and patient, she's a terrific pet to share in all your kids' adventures.
But its elongated, chubby body and almost comically short legs make it difficult to run or even walk for long distances. Of course, that helps makes the Basset Hound ideal for anyone with a penchant for lazy dog breeds.
The German Shepherd is what most people think of as the perfect police dog. From chasing down suspects, to sniffing out drugs, German Sheperds are proficient at all types of law enforcement duties.
