Spirited Dog Breeds

Discover 9 dog breeds categorized as spirited. Learn about their characteristics, temperament, and care requirements.

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Australian Terrier

Spirited, Alert, Loyal, Companionable, Even Tempered, Courageous, Smart, Independent, Curious, Athletic, Affectionate, Friendly, Loves, Funny, Playful, Loyal, Brave, Gentle, Couch, Dignified, Quiet, Good With Kids, Good With Dogs

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Bedlington Terrier

Affectionate, Spirited, Intelligent, Good-tempered

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German Pinscher

Spirited, Lively, Intelligent, Loving, Even Tempered, Familial, Affectionate, Friendly, Funny, Gentle, Playful, Loyal, Loves, Smart, Independent, Quiet, Good with Cats, Good with Dogs, Good with Kids, Athletic, Curious, Shy, Sweet, Brave, Dignified, LOVES ALL DOGS, Housetrained, Shots up to date, Spayed Neutered, Heartworm Positive Receiving Treatment, Energetic, Adventurous, Couch, Calm, Bold, Intelligent, Reliable, Silly, Confident, Cheerful, Goofy, Loving, Joyful, Loves Kisses, Protective, Loves kisses, loving, playful, sweet

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Glen of Imaal Terrier

Spirited, Agile, Loyal, Gentle, Active, Courageous, Affectionate, Funny, Friendly, Playful, Protective, Gentle, Curious

Republiik Irlun

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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

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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

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Norfolk Terrier

Self-confidence, Fearless, Spirited, Companionable, Happy, Lovable, Heartworm Positive, Good with Dogs, Good with Kids, Playful, Affectionate, Athletic, Couch, Curious, Friendly, Funny, Loves, Smart, Loyal, Gentle, Sweet, Nice, Submissive, Loving, Cuddly, Brave, Independent, Quiet, Loves Food, Dignified, Loves Kisses, Loves kisses, Adult Only Home Preferred, Escape Artist

Verenigd Koninkrijk

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Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

Affectionate, Spirited, Energetic, Playful, Intelligent, Faithful

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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

About Spirited Dog Breeds

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

Key Characteristics

Dogs in the spirited category often share these traits:

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

Popular Spirited Breeds

Some well-known breeds in this category include Australian Terrier, Bedlington Terrier, German Pinscher, Glen of Imaal Terrier, Lhasa Apso.

Finding the Right Spirited Dog

When considering a spirited 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.