Making a decision on what type of dog best suits the lifestyle you lead is a big part of the buying process. Often when an owner has to surrender a recently added member of the family, it is because the decision on which dog to buy was made without realizing the needs for the specific breed. Making an educated decision based on the structure of your life can make the experience of bringing a new puppy into a home all the more enjoyable. Here are some good examples of puppies that fit specific lifestyles.

Family Pet/ historically good with kids- Any breed can be good in a Family environment with kids if handled properly, but for less experienced owners and children, theses breeds are most widely recommended.

• Under 20 lbs.
  • Bichon
  • Miniature Pinscher
  • Toy Poodle
• 20-50 lbs.
  • Australian Shepherd
  • Beagle
  • Cocker Spaniel
  • English Springer Spaniel
• 50-80 lbs.
  • Boxer
  • Collie
  • English Bulldog
  • Golden Retriever
  • Labrador Retriever
• 80 lbs. plus
  • Bernese Mountain Dog
  • Newfoundland

Relaxed/ Inactive lifestyles- All dogs need some exercise, but if you aren’t an extremely active person, these breeds may be a fit for you.

• Under 20 lbs.
  • Bichon
  • Boston Terrier
  • Cavalier
  • Chihuahua
  • Maltese
  • Miniature Pinscher
  • Pomeranian
  • Pug
  • Toy Poodle
  • Yorkshire
• 20 to 50 lbs.
  • Beagle (moderate exercise)
  • Cocker Spaniel
  • Shiba Inu
• 50 to 80 lbs.
  • English Bulldog
• 80 lbs. plus
  • American Bulldog
  • Bernese Mountain Dog
  • Newfoundland
  • Saint Bernard

Low Grooming/Shedding Breeds/ Hypo-allergenic- Check out these breeds if you are looking for a “low-shed” companion.

• Under 20 lbs.
  • Bichon
  • Bichon Mix (Also hypo-allergenic)
  • Cavapoo (Also hypo-allergenic)
  • Cavachon (Also hypo-allergenic)
  • Cockapoo (Also hypo-allergenic)
  • Eskipoo (Also hypo-allergenic)
  • Jack Russell
  • Maltese (brush daily)
  • Maltichon (Also hypo-allergenic)
  • Maltipoo (Also hypo-allergenic)
  • Morkie (Also hypo-allergenic)
  • Peek-a-poo (Also hypo-allergenic)
  • Shichon (Also hypo-allergenic)
  • Shih-poo (Also hypo-allergenic)
  • Shih Tzu (brush daily)
  • Toy Poodle
  • Yorkie-chon (Also hypo-allergenic)
  • Yorkie-poo (Also hypo-allergenic)
• 20 to 50 lbs.
  • Shiba Inu (seasonal shedding)
• 50 to 80 lbs.
  • Boxer
  • English Bulldog
  • Labradoodle
  • Goldendoodle
• 80 lbs. plus
  • American Bulldog

Choosing the right breed for your lifestyle is a great way to start your new friendship. Finding the right puppy for you and your family is one of the most enjoyable and fulfilling experiences a person can have. Thanks for stopping by!