Calm Dog Breeds
Discover 14 dog breeds categorized as calm. Learn about their characteristics, temperament, and care requirements.
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
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
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
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
Caucasian Shepherd (Ovcharka)
Alert, Quick, Dominant, Powerful, Calm, Strong
Chinook
Friendly, Alert, Dignified, Intelligent, Calm, Affectionate, Curious, Friendly, Funny, Loves, Playful, Loyal, Brave, Independent, Athletic, Smart
Verenigde Staten
Clumber Spaniel
Affectionate, Loyal, Dignified, Gentle, Calm, Great-hearted
Eurasier
Alert, Reserved, Intelligent, Even Tempered, Watchful, Calm
Finnish Lapphund
Friendly, Keen, Faithful, Calm, Courageous, Loyal, Playful, Smart, Brave, Curious, Funny, Athletic, Loves Kisses, Friendly, Independent, High Energy, Easily Trainable, Talkative
Komondor
Steady, Fearless, Affectionate, Independent, Gentle, Calm, Affectionate, Curious, Friendly, Funny, Loves, Playful, Smart
Vengriya
Perro de Presa Canario
Strong Willed, Suspicious, Gentle, Dominant, Calm
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
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
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.