Reserved Dog Breeds

Discover 12 dog breeds categorized as reserved. Learn about their characteristics, temperament, and care requirements.

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American Eskimo Dog (Miniature)

Friendly, Alert, Reserved, Intelligent, Protective

United States

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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

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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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Chinese Shar-Pei

Suspicious, Affectionate, Devoted, Reserved, Independent, Loving

China

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English Toy Spaniel

Affectionate, Reserved, Playful, Gentle, Happy, Loving

England

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Eurasier

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

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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

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Pumi

Lively, Reserved, Intelligent, Active, Protective, Vocal

Vengriya

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Saluki

Aloof, Reserved, Intelligent, Quiet, Affectionate, Smart, Independent, Brave, Curious, Loyal, Playful, Loves, Athletic, Friendly, Funny, Gentle, Couch potato, Loves Kisses, Protective, shy

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Shetland Sheepdog

Affectionate, Lively, Responsive, Alert, Loyal, Reserved, Playful, Gentle, Intelligent, Active, Trainable, Strong

Verenigd Koninkrijk

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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

About Reserved Dog Breeds

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

Key Characteristics

Dogs in the reserved category often share these traits:

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

Popular Reserved Breeds

Some well-known breeds in this category include American Eskimo Dog (Miniature), American Eskimo Dog, Bullmastiff, Cane Corso, Chinese Shar-Pei.

Finding the Right Reserved Dog

When considering a reserved 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.