Energetic Dog Breeds
Discover 29 dog breeds categorized as energetic. Learn about their characteristics, temperament, and care requirements.
Alaskan Husky
Friendly, Energetic, Loyal, Gentle, Confident
American Bulldog
Friendly, Assertive, Energetic, Loyal, Gentle, Confident, Dominant, Affectionate, Brave, Curious, Friendly, Funny, Loves, Deserving, Enthusiastic, Athletic, Playful, Good with Dogs, Not Good with Kids, Couch, Dignified, Gentle, Loyal, Protective, Smart, Quiet, Good with Cats, Good with Kids, Independent
American Water Spaniel
Friendly, Energetic, Obedient, Intelligent, Protective, Trainable, Affectionate, Funny, Quiet, Smart, Gentle, Athletic, Independent, Brave, Fastbb, Strongbb, Friendly, Loyal, Playful, Curious, Couch potato, Loves Kisses
Appenzeller Sennenhund
Reliable, Fearless, Energetic, Lively, Self-assured
Zwitserland
Australian Cattle Dog
Cautious, Energetic, Loyal, Obedient, Protective, Brave
Australian Kelpie
Friendly, Energetic, Alert, Loyal, Intelligent, Eager, Affectionate, Funny, Smart, Playful, Friendly, Gentle, Independent, Loves, Loyal, Brave, Curious, Athletic, Herding Dog, Loves Water, Dog Tested, Good with other Dogs, Couch, Protective, Food Guarding, Crate Trained, Good with Children, Good with Dogs, Heartworm Positive Treatment Completed, Needs Active Lifestyle, Quiet, Medium Energy, Good with Cats, Good with Kids, Housetrained, Dignified, Used To Temperment Test Dogs, Loves Dogs Cats And People, Dog Friendly, Potty Trained, Social Butterfly, Medium Dog, Loves kisses, Adventurous, LOVES ALL DOGS, Good with Children twelve and Younger
Basenji
Affectionate, Energetic, Alert, Curious, Playful, Intelligent, Athletic, Brave, Loyal, Affectionate, Funny, Loves, Playful, Smart, Friendly, Couch, Curious, Dignified, Gentle, Loves Treats, Spayed or Neutered, Quiet, Good with Cats, Good with Dogs, Good with Kids, Housetrained, Independent, Sweet, Active, Available for Foster, Family Friendly, No walks yet I am a puppy, No Refunds on puppies, Seeks Affection, Silly Playful, Cuddle Bug, Crate trained, Eager to Please, Gives kisses, Quick learner, Food motivated, Playful Goofy, Active Home, Dog Selective, High jumper climber, Mouthy, Multiple Visits required, Needs Socialization with People and or Dogs, Needs Basic Training, Older Children only, Velcro Dog, Toy motivated, Loves to play Fetch, Not good with vet care, Not Good with Cats, Dog Friendly, Snuggle Bug, Bold, Protective, Calm, Good with Men Women
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Belgian Tervuren
Energetic, Alert, Loyal, Intelligent, Attentive, Protective
Belgium
Border Collie
Tenacious, Keen, Energetic, Responsive, Alert, Intelligent, Affectionate, Athletic, Curious, Friendly, Funny, Loves, Playful, Smart, Brave, Independent, Truly Incredible, Sweet, Confident, Loyal, Gentle, Couch, Happy, Goofy, Kind, Silly, Active, Child Friendly, Dog friendly, Snuggly, Bright, Loving, Dignified, Quiet, Protective
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
Boykin Spaniel
Friendly, Energetic, Companionable, Intelligent, Eager, Trainable, Affectionate, Friendly, Playful, Smart
Verenigde Staten
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Energetic, Inquisitive, Independent, Gentle, Intelligent, Loving, Affectionate, Friendly, Funny, Loves, Playful, Smart, Gentle, Athletic, Good with Dogs, Loyal, Quiet, Loves Other Dogs, Loves To Play, Curious, Brave, Shy, Loves Treats, Gentle and Friendly, Available for Transfer Texas, Spayed Neutered, Dignified, Independent, Crate Trained, Leash Trained, Likes Toys, Enjoys Fetch, Eager To Please, Loves kisses
Verenigde Staten
Dalmatian
Outgoing, Friendly, Energetic, Playful, Sensitive, Intelligent, Active, DtwoD Required, Unknown with Cats, Affectionate, Loyal, Gentle, Quiet, Smart, Friendly, Loves Other Dogs, Loves To Play, Playful, Loves, Curious, Brave, Sweet, Funny, Loves Toys, Walks On Leash, Easy Going, Calm, Couch Potato, Does well in a car, Has basic training, I can sit, Leash Trained, Snuggle Buddy, Good with Dogs, Housetrained, Good with Kids, Athletic, Food Motivated, Couch, Dignified, Mello, Independent, Training Class Mandatory, Unknown Reaction to Cats, Active, Stray in Custody, Being rehomed by owner, Protective, Loves Kisses, Couch potato, Heartworm Positive, Crate Trained, Not Spayed Neutered, Yard Required, Foster NEEDED, Likes to Fetch, Moderate Energy Activity Level, Obedient, Plays with Toys
Doberman Pinscher
Fearless, Energetic, Alert, Loyal, Obedient, Confident, Intelligent, Affectionate, Athletic, Brave, Playful, Loves, Gentle, Smart, Funny, Friendly, Such A Character, Curious, Loyal, Quiet, Such A Sweet Soul, Dignified, Heartworm Positive, Protective, A Real Lover, Laid Back, Staff Favorite, Couch, Independent, DtwoD Required, Has lived with cats, Good with Dogs, Good with Cats, Good with Kids, Housetrained, Energy Moderate, Experience None, Good on a Leash, High Energy Needs Lots of Exercise, Needs Experience with the Breed, Will Bite Nip When Over Excited, Silly, Super Sweet, Shy, Submissive
Germany
English Setter
Strong Willed, Mischievous, Affectionate, Energetic, Playful, Companionable, Gentle, Hard-working, Intelligent, Eager, People-Oriented, Affectionate, Athletic, Curious, Friendly, Playful, Smart, Active, Loves, Couch, Brave, Gentle, Independent, Loyal, Protective, Quiet, Dignified, Funny, Needs A Fenced In Yard, Loves kisses, Community Lost Pet
English Shepherd
Kind, Energetic, Independent, Adaptable, Intelligent, Bossy, Affectionate, Couch, Friendly, Funny, Gentle, Loves, Loyal, Quiet, Curious, Independent, Protective, Athletic, Playful, Smart, Brave, Dignified, Good with Dogs, Active, Cuddle Bug, Family Friendly, Happier with another dog in home, Hiker, Jumps on people, Leash Trained, Needs Extra Exercise, Runner Jogger, Seeks Affection, Couch Potato
Verenigde Staten
Irish Setter
Affectionate, Energetic, Lively, Independent, Playful, Companionable, Affectionate, Friendly, Gentle, Loves, Playful, Athletic, Smart, Curious, Loyal, SWEET LOVING PLAYFUL AFFECTIONATE LOVE HER TREAT, Brave, Funny, Protective, Quiet, Loves kisses, Loving
Ireland
Lhasa Apso
Steady, Fearless, Friendly, Devoted, Assertive, Spirited, Energetic, Lively, Alert, Obedient, Playful, Intelligent, Affectionate, Friendly, Funny, Gentle, Loves, Playful, Smart, Brave, Curious, Loyal, Athletic, Couch, Dignified, Independent, Protective, Quiet, Dog Friendly, Shy, Awaiting Spay neuter before adoption at HSDC, Awaiting dental before adoption at HSDC, Coming Soon for Adoption, This dog REQUIRES another dog in the home, Fenced in yard Required, Mill Discard, Has Done Well With Other Dogs, Please Read Entire Description, Companion, Loves Kisses, Gentle and Friendly, Active Dog, Cold Sensitive, Eager to Please, Heat Sensitive, Intelligent, Lap Dog, Likes Cats, Likes Other Dogs, Requires a yard, Suitable for Apartment Living
Miniature American Shepherd
Energetic, Loyal, Intelligent, Trainable
Verenigde Staten
Miniature Pinscher
Clever, Outgoing, Friendly, Energetic, Responsive, Playful, Affectionate, Gentle, Quiet, Brave, Curious, Playful, Independent, Funny, Smart, Loves, Friendly, Couch, Loyal, Gentle and Friendly, Athletic, Dignified, Silly, A Real Lover, Has Lived With Other Dogs, Bonded, Positive Interactions with Dogs, Requirement No cats due to temperament and or a history of inappropriate behaviors towards cats, Positive Interactions with Kids, Recommendation Older children due to high energy behaviors that may overwhelm young children, Activity Level High, Active Dog, Eager to Please, Intelligent, Suitable for Apartment Living, Apartment Appropriate, Chino Hills Adoption Center, Good with Dogs, Sweet, Activity Sleepover Eligible, Senior, Crate Trained, Goofy Big Personality, Blind, Active and Playful, Confident, Enjoys Walks, Dog Selective Slow Intros, Non destructive in Home, Older Children, Snuggle Master, Special Needs, Food motivated, Living in Foster Home, Knows Tricks, Cat Friendly, Loves Kids, one Cat Compatibility Yes, one Kid Compatibility Older Children Okay, one Energy Level Moderate Exercise, Velcro, Chatty, Concerned, Protective
Norwich Terrier
Hardy, Affectionate, Energetic, Sensitive, Intelligent, Athletic, Curious, Friendly, Playful, Active, Affection Motivated, Cuddle Bug, Eager to Please, Food Motivated, Good with Dogs, Leans in, Seeks Affection, Quick learner, Silly Playful, House trained, Gentle, Smart, Loves Kisses, Couch potato, Dignified, Quiet, Independent
Papillon
Hardy, Friendly, Energetic, Alert, Intelligent, Happy, Affectionate, Gentle, Friendly, Dignified, Athletic, Curious, Loves, Playful, Smart, Couch, Brave, Funny, Independent, Loyal, Protective, Quiet, Ask the Adoption Counselor about my special Behavior Waiver, Good with Cats, Outdoors, Somewhat Shy, Loves Hiking, Shy, Snuggly, Loves Attention, Alert
Puli
Energetic, Agile, Loyal, Obedient, Intelligent, Faithful, Affectionate, Athletic, Gentle, Playful, Independent, Loves Cats, Friendly
Vengriya
Redbone Coonhound
Affectionate, Energetic, Independent, Companionable, Familial, Unflappable, Affectionate, Friendly, Curious, Funny, Loves, Playful, Smart, Protective, Loyal, Gentle, Good with Dogs, Wiggly, Cuddle Bug, Housetrained, Outgoing, Being rehomed by owner, Athletic, Available for Foster, Independent, Quiet, Brave, Couch, Dignified, Heartworm positive, Good with Children, Eager To Please, Energy Moderate, Experience None, Good on a Leash
Verenigde Staten
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Affectionate, Spirited, Energetic, Playful, Intelligent, Faithful
Swedish Vallhund
Fearless, Friendly, Energetic, Alert, Intelligent, Watchful, Affectionate, Couch, Curious, Friendly, Funny, Loves, Quiet
Tibetan Terrier
Affectionate, Energetic, Amiable, Reserved, Gentle, Sensitive, Affectionate, Athletic, Curious, Loves, Gentle, Funny, Friendly, Playful, Couch, Smart, Quiet, Chino Hills Adoption Center, Good with Dogs, Protective, Brave, Dignified, Loyal, Independent
Vizsla
Affectionate, Energetic, Loyal, Gentle, Quiet, Affectionate, Couch, Curious, Dignified, Playful, Loyal, Loves, Gentle, Funny, Friendly, Smart, Quiet, Loves Treats, Athletic, Brave, Independent, Prey Drive Chickens Farm Animals, Shy, Good with Cats, Good with Dogs, Good with Kids, Housetrained, Completed Obedience Training, Completed Paws In Prison program Highly trained dog, Crate Trained, Unknown cats, Heartworm Positive, Timid, Crate trained, Good with Children, Needs Active Lifestyle, Microchipped, Spayed, Single Dog Home, loving, playful, active
Vengriya
Weimaraner
Steady, Aloof, Stubborn, Energetic, Alert, Intelligent, Powerful, Fast, Affectionate, Athletic, Funny, Friendly, Curious, Gentle, Loves, Playful, Loyal, Smart, Likes to Snuggle, Housetrained, Leash Manners, Crate Trained, Playful Energetic, Couch, Loves kisses, Loves Food, Energy Level Active, Good with Dogs Yes, Good with Kids Yes, Good with Cats Yes, Energy Level Average, Cuddly, Sweet, Brave, Quiet, Shy, Timid, Good with Dogs, Not Good with Kids, Gentle and Friendly, Happy, In Foster Care Not at the Shelter, Good with Kids, Prefers People To Her Siblings, Independent
About Energetic Dog Breeds
This category includes dog breeds that are categorized as energetic. These breeds share certain characteristics that make them distinctive in this category.
Key Characteristics
Dogs in the energetic category often share these traits:
- Specific physical or behavioral traits related to energetic
- Common temperament or personality characteristics
- Similar care requirements or training considerations
Popular Energetic Breeds
Some well-known breeds in this category include Alaskan Husky, American Bulldog, American Water Spaniel, Appenzeller Sennenhund, Australian Cattle Dog.
Finding the Right Energetic Dog
When considering a energetic 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.