Calm Dog Breeds

Discover 14 dog breeds categorized as calm. Learn about their characteristics, temperament, and care requirements.

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Beauceron

Fearless, Friendly, Intelligent, Protective, Calm, Friendly, Affectionate, Loves, Smart, Playful, Loyal, Crate Trained, Gentle, Cuddle Machine, Brave, Protective, Dignified, Athletic, Independent, Funny, Loves Kisses, Curious, Loves kisses

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Boxer

Devoted, Fearless, Friendly, Cheerful, Energetic, Loyal, Playful, Confident, Intelligent, Bright, Brave, Calm, Friendly, Loyal, Smart, Affectionate, Playful, Athletic, Funny, Couch, Gentle, Loves, Food Motivated, Social, Good with Dogs, Independent, Curious, Foodie, Lease Trained, Crate Trained, Timid, Self Entertains, Brave, Dignified, Quiet

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Bullmastiff

Docile, Reliable, Devoted, Alert, Loyal, Reserved, Loving, Protective, Powerful, Calm, Courageous, I love toys, Social Butterfly, Knows Basic Commands, Couch Potato, Single Dog Home, Kids ten positive, Dog Friendly Rough positive Rowdy, Loves, Affectionate, Athletic, Friendly, Playful, Gentle, Quiet, Smart, Couch, Dog Social, Mixed Breed, Protective, Funny, Good with Dogs, Good with Kids, Housetrained, Curious, Brave, Independent, Loyal, Dignified, Active, Cuddle Bug, Eager to Please, Food Motivated, Family Friendly, Gentle Soft mouth, Gives kisses, Good in car, House trained, Leans in, Mellow, Physically playful, Quick learner, Silly Playful, Good with Cats, Medium Energy, Appears House Trained, Low Energy, May Do Well with Children, Cuddly, Appears Crate Trained, Not Good with Cats, Loves Kisses, Great With Kids, Family Dog, Loves Car Rides, Craves Adventure

Verenigd Koninkrijk

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Cane Corso

Trainable, Reserved, Stable, Quiet, Even Tempered, Calm, Affectionate, Funny, Playful, Friendly, Gentle, Athletic, Brave, Curious, Protective, Smart, Positive Interactions with Kids, Positive Interactions with Dogs, Recommendation No cats due to energy level size and or temperament, Activity Level High, Recommendation Older children due to high energy behaviors that may overwhelm young children, Single Dog Home, Good with Kids, Good with Dogs, Good with Cats, Couch, Loves, Dignified, Independent, Loyal, Quiet, Food Motivated, Good Dog Meet in Shelter, Gold, Foster eligible, Adult Only Home Preferred, Never Been Out Of The Shelter, Reserved, Shy, Sweet, Idexx Heartworm Negative, Obedient

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Caucasian Shepherd (Ovcharka)

Alert, Quick, Dominant, Powerful, Calm, Strong

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Chinook

Friendly, Alert, Dignified, Intelligent, Calm, Affectionate, Curious, Friendly, Funny, Loves, Playful, Loyal, Brave, Independent, Athletic, Smart

Verenigde Staten

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Clumber Spaniel

Affectionate, Loyal, Dignified, Gentle, Calm, Great-hearted

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Eurasier

Alert, Reserved, Intelligent, Even Tempered, Watchful, Calm

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Finnish Lapphund

Friendly, Keen, Faithful, Calm, Courageous, Loyal, Playful, Smart, Brave, Curious, Funny, Athletic, Loves Kisses, Friendly, Independent, High Energy, Easily Trainable, Talkative

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Komondor

Steady, Fearless, Affectionate, Independent, Gentle, Calm, Affectionate, Curious, Friendly, Funny, Loves, Playful, Smart

Vengriya

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Perro de Presa Canario

Strong Willed, Suspicious, Gentle, Dominant, Calm

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Rottweiler

Steady, Good-natured, Fearless, Devoted, Alert, Obedient, Confident, Self-assured, Calm, Courageous, Affectionate, Friendly, Gentle, Loves, Quiet, Playful, Active, Curious, Smart, Loyal, Loves Kisses, Couch, Funny, Brave, Athletic, Dignified, Crate Trained, Good with Children, Good with Dogs, Know the breed, Needs Active Lifestyle, No Cats, Special Need, Independent, Treat Motivated, Activity Level High, Housetrained, Recommendation Older children due to high energy behaviors that may overwhelm young children, Positive Interactions with Dogs, Good with Cats, Good with Kids, Size Small fifteen to twenty nine lbs, Heartworm Positive Treatment Completed, Older children only, Cuddly, Appears Crate Trained, Appears House Trained, High Energy Needs Lots of Exercise, Needs Experience with the Breed, Will Bite Nip When Over Excited, House Trained, No Children Under ten

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Saint Bernard

Friendly, Lively, Gentle, Watchful, Calm, Cat Friendly, Good with Dogs, Good with Kids, High Energy, Needs Basic Training, Friendly, Playful, Loves, Couch, Funny, Affectionate, Smart, Curious, Unknown with Cats, Separation Anxiety, Pets for Patriots Qualified, Good with women, Good with men, Athletic, Brave, Loyal, Active, Affectionate Cuddle bug, Calm, House trained, Loving, Sweet, Gentle, In Foster Care Not at the Shelter, Playful and Inquisitive

Switzerland

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Xoloitzcuintli

Cheerful, Alert, Companionable, Intelligent, Protective, Calm

Mexico

About Calm Dog Breeds

This category includes dog breeds that are categorized as calm. These breeds share certain characteristics that make them distinctive in this category.

Key Characteristics

Dogs in the calm category often share these traits:

  • Specific physical or behavioral traits related to calm
  • Common temperament or personality characteristics
  • Similar care requirements or training considerations

Popular Calm Breeds

Some well-known breeds in this category include Beauceron, Boxer, Bullmastiff, Cane Corso, Caucasian Shepherd (Ovcharka).

Finding the Right Calm Dog

When considering a calm dog breed, it's important to research individual breed characteristics and needs. Every dog is unique, and even within categories, there can be significant variation between breeds and individual dogs.