The Best Types of House Dog Breeds

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Labrador Retrievers are popular and adaptable house pets, but their high exercise needs make them more suitable for active families

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Labrador Retrievers

Miniature Schnauzer

The Miniature Schnauzer, the smallest of the schnauzer breeds, is a healthy and sturdy dog with a high prey drive. Bred from the standard schnauzer for ratting purposes.

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Maltese

Maltese: tiny lap dogs with charming white fur, weighing up to 7 lbs. Perfect companions, cuddly, and devoted to family.

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Greyhound

Greyhounds: Fast runners but lacking stamina. A quick jog suffices. Known as "40-mph couch potatoes" as they spend most of the day lounging.

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Chihuahua

Chihuahuas: Tiniest dogs, great for apartments. Often kept indoors due to sensitivity to weather.

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Dachshunds: Small hunting dogs, make unique companions. Miniature dachshunds are even smaller and popular.

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Dachshunds

American Hairless Terrier

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Collie

Rough Collies: loyal family dogs, 26" tall, well-mannered, moderate activity, perfect for active families with daily walks.

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Coton de Tulear

Coton de Tulear: small family dog, fluffy white coat, low grooming if kept short, great for smaller spaces.

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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel: toy spaniel, sporting heritage, 13" tall, close bond with humans, perfect companion breed.

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Mastiff

Mastiffs: big but calm, ideal for homes; "rug dogs," guard dog lineage, courageous, strong guarding instincts.

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