The diminutive Australian Terrier is plucky, spirited, and smart—how did they fit so much dog into such a bitty package? Upbeat and lively, the self-assured Aussie approaches life with plenty of the old-time terrier curiosity and grit.
The frisky and curious Tibetan Spaniel was bred ages ago for sentinel work on the walls of Tibetan monasteries. Known for a flat, silky coat and “lion’s mane” around the neck, the Tibbie forms a tight, worshipful bond with their humans.
The 3,000-year-old Xoloitzcuintli (pronounced "show-low-eats-QUEENT-lee"), the ancient Aztec dog of the gods, is today a loving companion and vigilant watchdog. The alert and loyal Xolo comes in three sizes, and in either hairless or coated varieties.
A purebred dog (or money dog) typically refers to a dog of a modern dog breed with a documented pedigree in a stud book and may be registered with a breed club that may also be part of a national kennel club.
Toy breeds might be short on size, but they are definitely not short on personality! Breeds in the Toy group are affectionate, sociable and adaptable to a wide range of lifestyles. Just don't let their size and winsome expressions fool you: they are smart full of energy and many have strong protective instincts. Toy dogs are popular with city dwellers because they make ideal apartment dogs and terrific lap warmers on nippy nights.
Let's admit it. Although it's a lot of fun to play with a dog, it can be exhausting too. There's no shame in adopting lazy dog breeds simply because you want to spend less time outside and more time laying on the couch with your best friend. These 30 lazy dog breeds may be just what you're looking for – an ideal couch potato companion.
Don't get me wrong, you'll need to make sure your pooch gets exercise – no matter which breed you adopt, every canine needs to have at least the minimum amount of physical and mental stimulation for a healthy life. If you think lazy dog breeds are laying around one hundred percent of the time, unfortunately you'll be mistaken. Even the laziest dog will still require daily walks and play time.
The difference between lazy dog breeds and more active breeds is that they live a much more sedentary lifestyle. While Labradors will play for a large part of the day, many of the breeds on this list will only be up for a few short walks each day and prefer to spend the rest of the time chilling on their bed or your sofa. If that's what you're looking for, then adopting one of these lazy dogs will get you a perfect companion
Apartment dwellers have many breeds to choose from when selecting a dog. The size of your living space isn't the only consideration because many large dogs have lower activity levels and are more than happy to lounge on the sofa. There are breeds that require high energy and plenty of space, so they may not be best suited for a smaller apartment. Some small dogs with high energy are satisfied with indoor playtime or a brisk walk. Just make sure to consider your neighbors when choosing a dog: You'll want a dog that doesn't bark incessantly and is polite when meeting other people, in the elevator, on the stairs or in the lobby.