Get along well in the family: which dog breeds are the calmest

People love dogs for their cheerful nature, activity and optimism. But some people are afraid that the animal will be too lively, and they don't risk adopting such a pet, even if they have dreamed of a dog all their lives. Fortunately, some breeds stand out among their relatives for their calmer temperament and are suitable even for phlegmatic owners.

OBOZREVATEL tells you which dog breeds are considered the calmest. In particular, they will get along best in a family.

Pug

A cute creature with big round eyes loves to lie next to his human on the sofa and snore funny. Pugs do not need long walks, but they are very friendly and not aggressive at all. This is a small breed that is perfectly adapted to living in an apartment.

Bichon Frise

Despite the fact that dogs of this breed have a very cheerful disposition, they will not bother their humans. It is a small decorative breed that sheds little, does not smell, and hardly provokes allergies. However, you will have to work hard to train the Bichon Frise so that the animal's temperament does not deteriorate.

Basset Hound

This short-eared dog is suitable for those who like long walks. The advantage is that Basset Hounds prefer walking to running. They are more interested in sniffing everything around them rather than running around. And at home, Basset Hounds will be happy to spend almost all their time on a soft bed.

Shih Tzu

A very beautiful miniature dog with long hair and a charming tuft on its head. Representatives of this breed adore children and enjoy spending time with them. They are also friendly with strangers. Shih Tzus are very friendly and affectionate, as a rule, they have a fairly stable psyche, so they will not cause trouble to their owners.

Pekingese

These snub-nosed natives of China are said to have once accompanied the Buddha himself. So there can be no doubt that they are quite calm dogs. Pekingese are considered to be one of the best dogs to keep in a city apartment - they are balanced, friendly, and get along easily with people and other animals.

Earlier, OBOZREVATEL talked about the dog breeds that need the least amount of walking.

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