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Best dogs
The best breeds for apartments, families, seniors, first-time owners, hot and cold climates and more, ranked from each breed profile.
Best dogs for active owners High-energy, trainable breeds for runners, hikers and people who want a sporting partner. Best dogs for apartments The breeds rated best for apartment living, with the exercise and barking each one adds. Best dogs for cold climates The breeds rated best at coping with cold weather and snow. Best dogs for families with children The breeds rated most patient and sturdy with children, with how trainable each one is. Best dogs for first-time owners The breeds rated most forgiving for people who have never owned a dog, and the easiest to train. Best dogs for hot climates The breeds rated best at coping with heat, and what every dog owner should do in hot weather. Best dogs for seniors Calm, manageable breeds of moderate size that suit older owners and quieter routines. Best large dog breeds The best of the large breeds, over 60 pounds, for families, training and calm company. Best medium-sized dog breeds The best of the 25 to 60 pound breeds for family life, training and everyday exercise. Best small dog breeds The best of the small breeds, those under 25 pounds, for family life, apartments and first dogs. Dog breeds that shed the least The breeds rated lowest for shedding, with how much grooming each coat needs instead. Easiest dog breeds to train The breeds rated quickest to learn and most eager to work with their owners. Longest-living dog breeds The breeds with the longest typical lifespans, mostly small dogs, with the years each is expected to live. Low-maintenance dog breeds Breeds with modest grooming, moderate shedding and manageable exercise needs. Most popular dog breeds in America The 25 most popular breeds in the American Kennel Club's 2025 registration ranking, with size and lifespan. Quietest dog breeds The breeds rated least likely to bark often, for apartments and thin walls.