Top 10 "Quiet" Dog Breeds

The calmest dog in the world

You can make a list with the preferred qualities of a dog that are distinguished by calmness.

  1. Reduced activity in behavior.
  2. Increased level of stress resistance, restraint.
  3. Phlegmatic character, indifferent attitude towards the environment.
  4. Perfectly developed obedience, the ability to carry out the owner’s commands the first time, gesture.
  5. High degree of controllability of behavior in various situations.
  6. Communication skills with guests, household members, and other pets.
  7. Friendly attitude towards children.
  8. No coat care problems, good health.

The owner’s desire to maintain silence in the house is completely justified when the dog minimally reacts to extraneous noises, does not bark, or makes sounds.

Dogs for ladies

Very often, girls prefer small four-legged friends who are distinguished by their cheerful disposition, miniature size and affection. Small animals are easy to walk and make excellent travel companions. There are such names for the best four-legged friends for ladies:

  1. Chihuahua is the record holder for demand and popularity among women. The dogs are very cute, smart, and fit in your purse. Due to their light weight, they are easy to carry around.
  2. Yorkshire Terrier - you need to tinker with this animal: comb its fur, do a haircut, pay attention - just like a child. Yorkies are wonderful friends, loyal and funny.
  3. An English bulldog is an excellent friend to a strong and calm girl. He is peaceful and gets along with other animals. At the same time, if necessary, the bulldog will stand up for both the owner and himself.
  4. The Papillon is a dog with butterfly ears. She is extremely inquisitive, smart, loves company and walks.
  5. Small Brabançons are very attached animals to their owner. They grow up affectionate, sweet and kind, very open. At the same time, they train well.
  6. Pembroke Welsh Corgis are short-legged pets with a wonderful character.
  7. Chow-chow - the animal looks like a bear cub, which touches the girls. She is calm, patient, looks expensive; long-lived
  8. The dachshund is a very popular pet among women. He is smart, well trained, and has a cheerful disposition.
  9. The Cocker Spaniel is an excellent choice for active and energetic women. The indoor dog is very sociable and needs to be walked for a long time. Careful grooming is also required.
  10. The Welsh Terrier is an excellent female companion. He is cheerful, active, and will always be faithful to his owner. The Welsh Terrier has a highly developed hunting instinct, so you need to be prepared for the fact that the pet will play with everything it comes across.
  11. The Japanese Chin is a dog that is similar in appearance and habits to a cat. And this is true - chins love to lie on the sofa, lick themselves, and sometimes even almost purr.

TOP 29 calm dog breeds

Large breeds

Bernese Mountain Dog

An innate sense of responsibility, combined with tact and attentiveness, makes this dog a companion for the whole family. She treats everyone in the household equally, loves walks, games, and is obedient. Balanced character, very loyal. Knows how to truly make friends.

Bulldog

A measured pet for whom it is important to be close. Depending on the type (English, American, Spanish or French) it differs in behavior. The smaller representative of the “French” has a more restless character. With age, he becomes more obedient and unhurried. One of the difficulties in parenting is the tendency to overeat and become obese.

Bullmastiff

A mixture of two majestic breeds, Bulldog and Mastiff. They adore their family, are supportive of their pets, do not get into arguments with others, and occasionally raise their voices. Periods of rest alternate with very high activity. They love to sleep, lie around, and watch the world around them.

Dogue de Bordeaux

The confident dog has a beautiful body and impressive size. They rarely show their vulnerable character. The specific appearance of Bordeaux with a large number of folds requires careful care. It is difficult to tolerate separation and is capable of truly missing its owner.

Golden retriever

The breed is similar in appearance to the Labrador. The difference is the coat, which is longer. He loves to work with his owner, understands commands, and quickly learns the general training course. It is a companion for the owner. Does not cause inconvenience, loves comfort and travel.

Labrador

Originally bred as a hunting dog. Character is soft, good-natured. The breed is characterized by a desire to run around with toys and loves long walks. The long awns of the fur repel water and dirt. Barks rarely, only in cases of danger or demands to attract attention.

Leonberger

A huge dog with a characteristic black mask on its face, long, fluffy fur of a dark sand color. Slowly matures, exhibiting puppy-like behavior until old age. Loves children, respects family, understands commands, but slowness is what hinders upbringing.

Neapolitan Mastiff

A menacing-looking dog with impressive size. It may seem that the dog is thinking about something. This sensation arises due to the characteristic structure of the muzzle of mastiffs. You can trust her to protect your home and family. “Neapolitans” love peace and home. Children are treated like their puppies and are carefully protected.

German dog

The largest of the Wolfs with the most calm behavior at home and on the street. The muzzle expresses serenity, the proud gait evokes delight and admiration. If necessary, they are able to defend the owner. They do an excellent job of understanding the owners' wishes.

Newfoundland

The breed was bred to work in bad weather conditions. Not suitable as a security guard, but can be entrusted with taking care of the family. Favorable to guests and loved ones. Loves company, always near the owner. They prefer to walk leisurely, observing what is happening around them.

Saint Bernard

He has the kindest disposition and is not aggressive. You can leave your children at home with it and trust it to protect your home. They do an excellent job of rescuing and are well educated. A dog is able to “read” the mood and adapt to a person.

Scottish Deerhound

A funny looking dog with curly fur of a dark ash color. Belongs to the greyhound group. Once in the forest, he turns into a real hunter. The high seating position allows you to develop greater speed in pursuit of prey and play. At home, obedient, patient, attentive.

Collie

Bred for herding work, turned into a service dog. An elongated nose makes you look sly. A graceful dog will not attack or bark without a reason. She is not familiar with the feeling of revenge, mood swings. Since the late 90s. last century, two varieties of collie were bred, which differ in the length of their coat.

Medium breeds

Australian Cattle Dog

Loves nature and playing outdoors. He can run fast, jump high, and understand human speech. Unquestioningly follows commands that he quickly learns. She comes from a mix of a short-haired collie and a Dingo dog, which gives her a special sense of smell.

English bulldog

Like all bulldogs, the “Englishman” is outwardly calm, but his frightening appearance frightens many. Does not show unnecessary aggression without a reason, and is friendly with pets. A calm, measured lifestyle is ideal for a dog’s development. A little lazy, prone to obesity, does not consider it important to constantly move, run, play.

Basset Hound

The typical expression of the muzzle is striking. Sagging skin around the eyelids, lips, and cheeks gives the appearance of a sad dog. A brave dog who is ready to be the first to fight. Needs long walks and exercise.

Clumber Spaniel

Loves activity outside the home, games, mobility. Suitable as a territory guard. You need to walk and run a lot with a Clumber, feeding his instincts. The look is expressive and attentive. He cannot imagine his life without a person.

Shar Pei

Many folds of skin, a special appearance and silence indicate imperial origins in the dog. It was bred as a fighting dog, for which the special property of stretching the skin helps to overcome serious wounds. Behind the external threat lies a vulnerable heart.

Small, small breeds

Jack Russell Terrier

Terriers cannot be called calm due to their developed hunting instinct, but with proper training they become obedient. Despite his high mobility and activity on the street, he is a diligent dog at home. He remembers commands and easily masters tricks.

Basenji

The funny exterior of the dog makes it look like a nimble animal. The dog loves to run, catch up, and return. He understands commands perfectly, but is stubborn. The main advantage is the absence of the ability to bark, which is suitable for residents of city apartments.

Bichon Frize

Outwardly it looks like an air cloud. Curly snow-white hair with beautiful curls, black eyes and a perky expression on its face make the French lapdog memorable. He loves to play, easily learns tricks, and jumps on his hind legs.

Yorkshire Terrier

Three subspecies have been developed through selection. Among them there are miniature representatives, whose size is comparable to a small cat. They love attention, love to sit in the arms of family members, and calmly tolerate care. The most problematic thing is the need for periodic professional grooming.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

One of the most beautiful breeds in appearance. They adapt very well to the wishes of the family. It is advisable to come up with new entertainment in order to captivate and educate correctly.

Miniature Poodle

One of the friendliest breeds, able to happily follow commands, jump, run and play constantly. They enjoy activities with their owner, long walks, and entertainment. The coat is curly and requires constant care.

Continental Toy Spaniel

It is called the "butterfly dog" because of its appearance. Widely spaced large ears when running resemble the flight of an insect. With a ringing bark he warns of danger, loves attention and affection. Possesses human-level intelligence, supported by the instincts of a hunter.

Pug

The characteristic appearance of the Chinese breed is remembered the first time. Flattened muzzle, protruding eyes, black mask, often protruding tongue and small ears. Well trained. With age he becomes lazier and more imposing. Prone to weight gain.

Pekingese

The breed is called "The Pride of the Emperor". Adores adults, children are seen as a danger. It can bark loudly, loudly, and attract attention. It often comes into conflict over food and wins “first place” in the struggle for the love of its owner.

Shih Tzu

The exterior resembles a chrysanthemum flower. Loves care, attention, care. Satin wool requires care. The breed is prone to diseases; special temperature conditions must be observed. The fear of being lonely and abandoned forces him to constantly follow his owner and jump into his arms in any dangerous situation.

Japanese Chin


The pride of the Land of the Rising Sun with long, silky fur. Very petite, whose appearance hides a brave, kind heart. Always near the owner, whom he chooses in the family.

Which ones are suitable for an apartment?

Small or medium-sized dogs are suitable for an apartment. For maintenance it is necessary to create conditions:

  • arrangement of a place for a bed;
  • regular exterior maintenance;
  • space for games based on the size of the dog;
  • proportionate physical activity.

You need to choose a place for a walk, adjust the daily routine for exercising with the dog. Pay attention to the place, time, and “dog” company - the key to proper socialization.

How to choose

A calm dog is something of a myth. Most of the factors influencing behavior depend on the conditions of detention and the characteristics of approaches to education.

The future owner needs to know:

  • characteristics of the breed, its origin;
  • history of occurrence;
  • basic instincts inherent in nature;
  • conditions for maintenance are close to ideal.

A conscientious breeder is obliged to explain all the advantages, disadvantages, and difficulties that will be encountered.

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  1. Regardless of the breed, a pet with a calm behavior is distinguished by health and care.
  2. Among the large representatives, the most self-possessed are considered to be “mountain” dogs, whose purpose is to be close to people. Italian mastiffs who adore family have proven themselves to be excellent breeds.
  3. Medium-sized dogs with luxurious fur and highly developed intelligence will understand commands and serve humans. Many of them have a developed instinct of a hunter, a driver, which requires activity.
  4. Small dogs are more convenient to keep, but among them there are representatives who bark loudly and are nervous. For adults, “Japanese” or “Chinese” are convenient. The real fun is poodles that perform simple tricks and commands.
  5. Raising a calm dog is the owner’s responsibility. You need to know the basic characteristics, be able to handle the animal, be attentive and understand.

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