Best Dog Breeds for First-Time Owners

1 Overview

Today we recommend a few dogs suited to new owners.

Bichon Frise

The Bichon is a high-looks small white dog, obedient, easy to bond with, very easy to keep. Though it needs walks, after under 2 km it starts acting cute to go home.

The Bichon does not shed everywhere, but needs regular trimming or becomes a messy mop. White fur soils easily; owners must groom.

Yorkshire Terrier

The Yorkie is a small, cute companion dog with fairy looks, sweet or silly, long hair but no shedding, gentle and very clingy. Energetic but low exercise need due to size – great company.

Dense hair can mat; needs regular brushing.

Poodle

The Poodle is the Teddy; many people’s first choice. Very smart, learns fast; with proper training becomes very obedient.

Small and light eater; commendably non-shedding. Loves socializing – walking it may win you new friends.

Schnauzer

The Schnauzer is a medium dog, a gentleman with a good temper; aside from occasional jealousy, rarely clashes with the owner. Also non-shedding and low-odor – a blessing for neat owners.

Gets along with kids and most pets, friendly. But not with small pets; sometimes shows aggression.

Labrador

Like the Golden, the Lab is a gentle, friendly big dog, but unlike the shedding Golden, the Lab is much better. Highly trainable, often a guide, police, or search dog.

Needs high exercise and food; without time to walk it, it may become fat.

French Bulldog

The Frenchie looks ugly-cute and charming, very quiet. Needs little exercise, mostly sleeping in its bed, occasional small interaction. Has guarding ability.

Some snore when sleeping; if bothered, prepare a soundproof room.

Chinese Rural Dog

The easiest dog to keep is surely the Chinese Rural Dog. Gentle, top-notch health; with or without your care, it rarely gets sick.

But the cute puppy may lose looks when grown – be mentally prepared.