Breeds

The world is at your feet with the vast array of dog breeds!

Called (wo)man’s best friend for obvious reasons, dogs are loyal and affectionate companions who thrive beautifully in an engaged and loving relationship with their pet parent.

Choosing a dog for you and your lifestyle is an enormously exciting but also important decision that will take plenty of consideration. You will want to consider the size of the dog that will work for your home environment – toy, small, medium or large. Considering their personality and behavior type will be another key consideration – playful, calm, sporty/energetic, good with children, working or guarding, suitable for apartments, and so on. Finally, you may also be interested in certain types of coats, including hypoallergenic or non-shedding, and colors such as white, black, gold, red, blue, brindle, piebald, merle, and so forth.

All dog breed characteristics are important to take into account to be sure the animal will suit you and vice versa. The ultimate goal is to ensure you have made a well-considered decision when adopting your new dog, and that the dog is as happy as you are in their environment.

Read more in our LetsGetPet dog articles where you’ll find more advice and plenty of tips to help you choose your future companion. We’re here to help you become the best possible dog parent!

Afghan Hound

Known for its elegance, the Afghan Hound is a distinguished, affectionate, and calm dog breed.

American Cocker Spaniel

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Labrador Retriever

The Labrador Retriever is one of the most well known breeds. They are easy-going and sociable dogs. They are often …

Cairn Terrier

The Cairn Terrier is small and kind dog with a lot of energy. They love their owners and it's important …

Shih Tzu

The Shih Tzu is a small dog that originated in Asia. In this article, Letsgetpet gives an overview of the …

Bernese Mountain Dog

Giant and cuddly, the Bernese Mountain Dog is a mountain dog with a tender heart. Their calm, protective nature makes …

Belgian Shepherd

The Belgian Shepherd is a loyal, sensitive, and polyvalent dog. There are four varieties of this breed.

Fox Terrier

The Fox Terrier is widely known thanks to Snowy, the famous dog from The Adventures of Tintin. It is an …

Miniature Pinscher

Despite the size of the Miniature Pinscher, this dog breed is robust and energetic. They are also very gentle dogs …

Alaskan Malamute

The Alaskan Malamute is often confused with its cousin, the Siberian Husky. However, the Alaskan Malamute is a breed in …