Which dog is right for you?
Compare breeds on what matters day to day: apartment, kids, shedding, time for walks. Honest pros and cons.
Popular lists
Popular breeds
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Labrador Retriever
29–36 kg · 10–12 years
A reliable family companion, friendly and very trainable, but needs plenty of activity.
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Golden Retriever
29–34 kg · 10–12 years
A very gentle, family-oriented, highly trainable companion that needs activity and space.
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French Bulldog
8–14 kg · 10–14 years
A popular apartment companion: compact, calm, and not too demanding about exercise.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
4–8 kg · 10–16 years
A gentle family companion that does well in apartments and usually suits first-time owners.
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German Shepherd
30–40 kg · 9–13 years
A strong, highly trainable working dog that needs an experienced and engaged owner.
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Welsh Corgi Pembroke
9–12 kg · 13–15 years
A compact, smart, lively herding dog that learns well but barks loudly and sheds a lot.
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Shiba Inu
7–11 kg · 13–15 years
A compact, clean, independent dog with noticeable shedding and a tricky nature to train.
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Border Collie
14–20 kg · 10–14 years
A very smart working dog that needs a high level of activity and engagement.
