Friendly Dog Breeds

Airedale Terrier

Outgoing, Friendly, Alert, Confident, Intelligent, Courageous, Affectionate, Playful, Funny, Smart, Athletic, Couch, Curious, Friendly, Gentle, Independent, Loves, Quiet, Relaxed, Brave, Loyal, Dignified, Protective, Loves Chicken, Loves Water, Loves Snuggling, Good with Cats, Good with Dogs, Good with Kids, Housetrained, Shy, Not Good with Cats, Heartworm Positive, Needs another dog in home, Loves Treats, Sweet, Couch potato, Loves kisses

Grossbritannien und Nordirland

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

Alaskan Husky

Friendly, Energetic, Loyal, Gentle, Confident

Alaskan Malamute

Friendly, Affectionate, Devoted, Loyal, Dignified, Playful, Affectionate, Curious, Friendly, Loves, Loyal, Playful, Smart, Brave, Athletic, Dignified, Couch, Funny, Gentle, Independent, Quiet, Protective, Calm, Mellow, Lounger, Test, Add, Waiver Dog Selective Reactive, Lived with Dogs, Lived with Children, Lived with Cats, Adult Only Home Preferred, Blue, Good Dog Meet in Shelter, Experience with Dogs, I love treats, I would be a great hiking buddy, I love toys, Very Curious, Amiable, Loves People, No Cats Please, Leash Trained, Friendly With Friendly Dogs, Not A Talker, Vocal, Loves Hugs, Loves Kisses, Loves Attention, Good with Cats, Good with Dogs, Good with Kids, Housetrained

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 Bully

Strong Willed, Stubborn, Friendly, Clownish, Affectionate, Loyal, Obedient, Intelligent, Courageous, Affectionate, Couch, Friendly, Playful, Loves, Gentle, Funny, Quiet, Independent, Athletic, Smart, Curious, Dignified, Loyal, Protective, Sweet, Brave, Cuddly, Goofy

United States

American Eskimo Dog (Miniature)

Friendly, Alert, Reserved, Intelligent, Protective

United States

American Eskimo Dog

Friendly, Alert, Reserved, Intelligent, Protective, Curious, Funny, Smart, Affectionate, Brave, Friendly, Loyal, Athletic, Playful, Independent, Gentle, Quiet, Couch, Loves, Loves to play, Somewhat housebroken in a home, Super Sweet, Lovebug, Walks well on leash, Silly, Sensitive, Add Pet, Add Personality, Test, Awaiting Spay neuter before adoption at HSDC, Coming Soon for Adoption, Mill Discard, Has Done Well With Other Dogs, This dog will do best in a home with another dog, Housetrained, Has Done Well Left Home Alone, Protective, Cautious, Slow To Warm Up, Nervous, Only Dog, Shy, Scared, No Other Dogs, Wiggly, Friendly Cuddles Playful High Enegy Good Recal, Adventurous, Goofy, Communicative, Enthusiastic, Snuggly, Food Motivated, Dignified, Sentinel, Alpha, Watchful, Guarded, Protector, Leader, Big Daddy, Farm Or Ranch, Reactive, Frightened, Distrustful, Fast, Zoomy, Needs Grooming, Traumatized, Skittish, Treat Motivated, Project, Rehabilitation, Active, Zoomie, Submissive, Timid, Spunky, Anxious, Loves Other Dogs, Spooky, Dependent, Wimpy, Temperamental, Biter, Loves Attention, Special Needs Scared Of New People, Loves Kisses, Loves kisses, Couch potato, Wary, skeptical, runner, Escapist, Snippy, Prefers Women, Nipper, Hates Grooming, Hikes, Walks, Sweet

United States

American Pit Bull Terrier

Strong Willed, Stubborn, Friendly, Clownish, Affectionate, Loyal, Obedient, Intelligent, Courageous

American Staffordshire Terrier

Tenacious, Friendly, Devoted, Loyal, Attentive, Courageous, Affectionate, Gentle, Playful, Friendly, Brave, Curious, Dignified, Independent, Loves, Loyal, Funny, Quiet, Smart, He Is Very Shy And Needs To Build Trust From Traum, Athletic, Couch, Protective, Loves Treats, Sweet, Happy, Adorable, Likes Toys, Loves Belly Rubs, 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

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

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

Basset Hound

Tenacious, Friendly, Affectionate, Devoted, Sweet-Tempered, Gentle, Affectionate, Athletic, Friendly, Funny, Playful, Positive Interactions with Kids, Activity Level Moderate, Recommendation Older children due to fearful shy temperament that may be incompatible with young children, Requirement Only dog home due to a history of behaviors incompatible with a multidog home, Crate Trained, Good with Cats, Good with Dogs, Good with Kids, Moderate Energy Activity Level, Not Housetrained, Not Spayed Neutered, Puppy Vaccination Series, Yard Required, Shy, Eager to Please, Lap Pet, Rides well in Car, Couch, Gentle, Smart, Loyal, Loves, Curious, Loved Kids, Adult full grown estimate Medium twenty six fifty lbs, Location CT, Spayed Neutered, Quiet, Loves kisses, Brave, Couch Potato, Dignified, Independent, Early Bird Ready, Housetrained, No Cats, Older Kids thirteen positive, Some Dogs, Have a Heart Fund, Medical Treatment, Future Veterinary Care Needed, Unknown Kid Cat Dog Scores

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

Belgian Malinois

Watchful, Alert, Stubborn, Friendly, Confident, Hard-working, Active, Protective

Bluetick Coonhound

Friendly, Intelligent, Active, Gentle, Playful, Loves, Quiet, Affectionate, Calm, Couch, Friendly, Curious, Dignified, Loyal, Funny, Smart, Petcation Approved, Independent, Athletic, Gets along with dogs, Gets along with Kids, Gets along with cats, Brave, Protective, Cat Curious, Dog Selective, Diamond in the Ruff, Foster Candidate, Crate Trained, Good with Dogs, Good with Kids, Housetrained, Adult Only Home Preferred, Single Dog Home, Full Of Joy Loving His New Life Off A Chain

Boston Terrier

Friendly, Lively, Intelligent, Affectionate, Adventurous, Playful, Curious, Dignified, Friendly, Funny, Gentle, Independent, Loves, Loyal, Quiet, Smart, Athletic, Couch, Gentle and Friendly, Brave, Protective, Crate Trained, Good with Dogs, Know the breed, Needs Active Lifestyle, DtwoD Required, Unknown with Cats, Good with small kids, Good with other dogs, Good with Cats, Good for novice first time owner, Good with Kids, Child Friendly, Dog friendly, Adult Only Home Preferred, House Trained, Needs to be an Only Pet, Cuddle Bug, Dog Friendly, Snuggly, Engergetic

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

Chinook

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

Verenigde Staten

Cocker Spaniel

Trainable, Friendly, Affectionate, Playful, Quiet, Faithful, High Energy, Affectionate, Friendly, Brave, Athletic, Curious, Funny, Independent, Playful, Smart, Gentle, Loyal, Loves, Quiet, Shy, Bonded Pair, Dignified, Protective, Loves Other Dogs, Loves To Walk, Good with Dogs, Couch, Friendly and Outgoing, Good with Cats, Good with Kids, Rides well in car, Special Dietary Needs

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

Dogo Argentino

Friendly, Affectionate, Cheerful, Loyal, Tolerant, Protective, Affectionate, Friendly, Loves, Playful, Curious, Funny, Smart, Gentle, Independent, Athletic, Brave, Dignified, Loyal, Couch, Quiet, Protective, Sweet, Calm, Cuddle Bug, Dog Friendly, Mellow, Snuggly, Cropped Ears, Healing Hearts, Active, Affectionate Cuddle bug, Good with Dogs, House trained, Loving, Silly Goofy, Affection Motivated, Breed Experience Preferred, Eager to Please, Easily Excitable, Family Friendly, Food Motivated, Gives kisses, Good in car, Knows commands, Leash Trained, Physically playful, Quick learner, Seeks Affection, Loves kisses, Couch potato, Laid Back

Argentiinien

Finnish Lapphund

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

Golden Retriever

Intelligent, Kind, Reliable, Friendly, Trustworthy, Confident, Affectionate, Athletic, Dignified, Friendly, Funny, Gentle, Loves, Playful, Smart, Curious, Loyal, Quiet, Cat Friendly, Adult full grown estimate Medium twenty six fifty lbs, Good with Dogs, Location CT, Spayed Neutered, Stray in Custody, Housetrained, Crate Trained, Good with Cats, Good with Children, Know the breed, High Energy, Brave, Couch, Independent

Great Dane

Friendly, Devoted, Reserved, Gentle, Confident, Loving, Affectionate, Playful, Curious, Shy, Loves, Loyal, Funny, Athletic, Friendly, Gentle, Smart, Quiet, Dignified, Brave, Cuddly, Crate Trained, Couch, Good with Cats, Good with Dogs, Good with Kids, Intelligent, Patient, Good with Children, Needs Active Lifestyle, Self Entertains, Loves Stuffed Animals And Treats, Best Buddy, No Cats, Independent, Protective

Harrier

Outgoing, Friendly, Cheerful, Sweet-Tempered, Tolerant, Active, Affectionate, Friendly, Playful, Gentle, Athletic, Curious, Dignified, Brave, Funny, Independent, Loyal, Protective, Quiet, Smart, Loves Kisses

Grossbritannien und Nordirland

Lancashire Heeler

Clever, Friendly, Alert, Intelligent, Affectionate, Brave, Couch, Curious, Loyal, Loves, Playful, Gentle, Funny, Smart, Friendly, Athletic, Dignified, Independent, Protective, Loves kisses, Quiet, Couch potato

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 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

Miniature Schnauzer

Fearless, Friendly, Spirited, Alert, Obedient, Intelligent, Affectionate, Friendly, Loves, Playful, Gentle, Cat Friendly, Curious, Funny, Loyal, Loves Kids, Quiet, Athletic, Couch, Smart, Sweet, Chill, Brave, Dignified, Independent, Four Months Old, Less Than Fifteen Pounds, Uses Doggie Door, Prince Charming, Loves Kisses, Protective, Loves Her Person, Can Be Jealous Of Other Dogs, Uses A Doggy Door, Crate Trained

Olde English Bulldogge

Friendly, Alert, Confident, Loving, Courageous, Strong

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

Pembroke Welsh Corgi

Tenacious, Outgoing, Friendly, Bold, Playful, Protective, Affectionate, Friendly, Loves, Funny, Playful, Loyal, Gentle, Smart, Quiet, Curious, Shy, Independent, Couch Potato, Athletic, Couch potato

Pomeranian

Extroverted, Friendly, Sociable, Playful, Intelligent, Active, Affectionate, Friendly, Gentle, Curious, Smart, Funny, Athletic, Playful, Loves, Quiet, Loyal, Couch, Good with Dogs, Active, Adult Only Home Preferred, Dog savvy Children ten positive, Good in car, Playstyle Wrestler, Takes time to adjust, Happier with another dog in home, Leash Trained, Medium Energy, Independent, Dignified, Size Small fifteen to twenty nine lbs, Sensitive, two Medical Care Center, Couch potato, Loves kisses, Loves Cuddles With People

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

Samoyed

Stubborn, Friendly, Sociable, Lively, Alert, Playful, Affectionate, Athletic, Curious, Friendly, Funny, Loves, Playful, Smart, Gentle, Quiet, Cuddle Bug, Good with Dogs, Hiker, Mellow, Physically playful, Seeks Affection, Couch, Loyal, Handsome, Brave, Dignified, Independent, Protective, Love Food, Very Sweet, Loves Children, Tolerate Small Dogs, No Cats, Spayed Neutered, Microchiped, Housetrained, Good with Cats, Adult Only Home Preferred, Up To Date On Shots, Good with Kids, Couch potato, Loves kisses, Snuggly, Snuggle, Cuddles, Teddy Bear, Kisses, cheerful, active, Cuddly, Anxious, Strong, Energetic, Barky

Scottish Deerhound

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

Shih Tzu

Clever, Spunky, Outgoing, Friendly, Affectionate, Lively, Alert, Loyal, Independent, Playful, Gentle, Intelligent, Happy, Active, Courageous, Affectionate, Curious, Friendly, Playful, Loves, Gentle, Funny, Couch, Smart, Quiet, Loyal, Existing Conditions Disclaimer, Bonded, Good with Dogs, Good with Kids, Good with Cats, Gentle and Friendly, Athletic, Dignified, Independent, Not Housetrained, Needs a fenced yard, Never Been Out Of The Shelter, Currently Living in Foster Home, Crate Trained, Housetrained, Energetic, Brave

Siberian Husky

Outgoing, Friendly, Alert, Gentle, Intelligent, Funny, Playful, Friendly, Athletic, Affectionate, Brave, Gentle, Goofy, Curious, Loyal, Quiet, Smart, Sweet, Patient, Mellow, Relaxed, Independent, Loves, Couch, I m an athletic dog, Cuddle Bug, I love toys, I love treats, I love plushie toys, Loves to give kisses, Knows Basic Commands, Single Dog Home, Treat Motivated, Great On The Leash

Siberia

Silky Terrier

Friendly, Responsive, Inquisitive, Alert, Quick, Joyful, Gentle, Affectionate, Sweet, Loving, Social, Happy, Kissy, Friendly, Athletic, Couch, Curious, Loves, Independent, Smart, Funny, Playful, Housetrained, Hypoallergenic, Shots are up to date, Single Dog Home, Spayed Neutered, Loyal, Quiet, Brave, Dignified, Love Food, Treat Motivated, Beautiful, Shy, Heartworm Positive, Good with Cats, Good with Dogs, Hearing Impaired, Can Be Bossy With Others, Couch Potato, Protective, Lovable Grouch

Spinone Italiano

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

An Eadailt

Swedish Vallhund

Fearless, Friendly, Energetic, Alert, Intelligent, Watchful, Affectionate, Couch, Curious, Friendly, Funny, Loves, Quiet

Toy Fox Terrier

Friendly, Spirited, Alert, Loyal, Playful, Intelligent, Affectionate, Friendly, Playful, Funny, Smart, Loves, Gentle, Curious, Protective, Couch, Loyal, Quiet, Independent, Athletic, Dignified, Brave, Vocal, Adventurous, Chill, Communicative, Patient, Playfu, Resilient, Snuggly, Loves kisses

Verenigde Staten

Welsh Springer Spaniel

Stubborn, Friendly, Affectionate, Loyal, Playful, Active, Playful, Friendly, Loves, Affectionate, Quiet, Curious, Loyal, Gentle

Gales

West Highland White Terrier

Hardy, Friendly, Alert, Independent, Gay, Active, Courageous

Whippet

Friendly, Affectionate, Lively, Gentle, Intelligent, Quiet, Affectionate, Friendly, Funny, Gentle, Loves, Loyal, Playful, Smart, Curious, Quiet, Athletic, Dignified, Cat Friendly, Couch, Protective, Would Love To Be A Purse Dog, Brave, Loves Kids, Good with Dogs, Good with Cats, Good with Kids, Independent, Crate Trained, Good with Children, Housebroken, Needs Active Lifestyle, in PORTLAND

Wire Fox Terrier

Fearless, Friendly, Bold, Keen, Alert, Quick, Curious, Friendly, Independent, Smart, Energetic, Mischievous, Affectionate, Athletic, Funny, Gentle, Playful, Loves, Quiet, Costa Mesa Adoption Center, Coming Soon for Adoption, Awaiting Spay neuter before adoption at HSDC, Has Done Well With Other Dogs, Couch, Dignified, Loyal, Lap Dog, Apartment Appropriate, Crate Trained, Good with Cats, Good with kids under eight, Good with Kids, Good with Dogs, Housetrained, Claremont Adoption Center, Brave, Protective, Couch potato, Loves kisses