Docile Dog Breeds

Discover 7 dog breeds categorized as docile. Learn about their characteristics, temperament, and care requirements.

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Akita

Docile, Alert, Responsive, Dignified, Composed, Friendly, Receptive, Faithful, Courageous, Affectionate, Athletic, Curious, Dignified, Funny, Loves, Loyal, Playful, Smart, Friendly, Gentle, Independent, Brave, Good with Dogs, Good with Kids, Housetrained, Low Energy, Obedient, Spayed or Neutered, Meet and Greet Recommended, No Small Children, No dogs, Potty Trained, Gentle and Friendly

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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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Field Spaniel

Docile, Cautious, Sociable, Sensitive, Adaptable, Familial, Athletic, Brave, Dignified, Couch, Curious, Loyal, Playful, Protective, Funny, Loves, Smart, Gentle, Independent, Friendly, Affectionate, Quiet, Couch potato, Loves Kisses, Loves kisses

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Maltese

Playful, Docile, Fearless, Affectionate, Sweet-Tempered, Lively, Responsive, Easygoing, Gentle, Intelligent, Active, Friendly, Sweet, Affectionate, Couch, Gentle, Loves, Playful, Funny, Brave, Curious, Smart, Good with Dogs, Good with Cats, Special Medical Needs, Energetic, Shy, Loyal, Athletic, Dignified, Independent, Quiet, Loves Belly Rubs, Crate Trained, Foster Needed, Good with Kids, Potty Trained Working on it, Has Lived With Other Dogs, Bonded, Active, Snuggly, Costa Mesa Adoption Center, Active Dog, Eager to Please, Lap Dog, Suitable for Apartment Living, Loving, Social, Happy, Kissy, Protective

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Pug

Docile, Clever, Charming, Stubborn, Sociable, Playful, Quiet, Attentive, Couch, Affectionate, Friendly, Funny, Gentle, Loves, Loyal, Playful, Smart, Active, Mellow, Athletic, Curious, Quiet, Dignified, Puppy, Brave, Protective, Good with Dogs, Good with Kids, Crate Trained, Good with Cats, Good with Children, Needs Active Lifestyle, Shy, Snuggly, Independent, Great On A Leash, Adult Only Home Preferred, Small Dog, Cratetrained, Housetrained

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Scottish Deerhound

Docile, Friendly, Dignified, Gentle, Affectionate, Friendly, Playful, Athletic

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Spinone Italiano

Docile, Friendly, Affectionate, Loyal, Patient, Gentle, Likes To Be Close, Well Mannered, Connecting, Affectionate, Attentive, Smart

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About Docile Dog Breeds

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

Key Characteristics

Dogs in the docile category often share these traits:

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

Popular Docile Breeds

Some well-known breeds in this category include Akita, Bullmastiff, Field Spaniel, Maltese, Pug.

Finding the Right Docile Dog

When considering a docile 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.