Sensitive Dog Breeds

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

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Bichon Frise

Feisty, Affectionate, Cheerful, Playful, Gentle, Sensitive, Affectionate, Brave, Curious, Friendly, Smart, Loves, Playful, Gentle, Size Small fifteen to twenty nine lbs, Funny, Loyal, Couch, Dignified, Quiet, Awaiting Spay neuter before adoption at HSDC, Mill Discard, Coming Soon for Adoption, Fenced in yard Required, This dog will do best in a home with another dog, Shy, Loves kisses, Couch potato, Athletic, Independent, Good with Dogs, Good with Cats, Protective, Snuggler, Lap Lover, Couch Potato, Gentle and Friendly

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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

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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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Griffon Bruxellois

Self-important, Inquisitive, Alert, Companionable, Sensitive, Watchful

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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

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Rhodesian Ridgeback

Strong Willed, Mischievous, Loyal, Dignified, Sensitive, Intelligent, Affectionate, Friendly, Playful, Loves, Loyal, Smart, Brave, Independent, Quiet, Protective, Athletic, Couch, Curious, Funny, Gentle, Dignified, Sweet, Loves kisses, Good with Dogs, Escape artist, Knows some tricks or commands, Walks Nicely on Leash, Energetic, Agile, Shy, Leash Trained, Housetrained, Good with Kids, Good with Cats, Talkative

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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 Sensitive Dog Breeds

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

Key Characteristics

Dogs in the sensitive category often share these traits:

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

Popular Sensitive Breeds

Some well-known breeds in this category include Bichon Frise, Dalmatian, Field Spaniel, Griffon Bruxellois, Norwich Terrier.

Finding the Right Sensitive Dog

When considering a sensitive 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.