Spirited Dog Breeds
Discover 9 dog breeds categorized as spirited. Learn about their characteristics, temperament, and care requirements.
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
Bedlington Terrier
Affectionate, Spirited, Intelligent, Good-tempered
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
Glen of Imaal Terrier
Spirited, Agile, Loyal, Gentle, Active, Courageous, Affectionate, Funny, Friendly, Playful, Protective, Gentle, Curious
Republiik Irlun
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 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
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
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Affectionate, Spirited, Energetic, Playful, Intelligent, Faithful
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.