Lifestyle guide

Calm & Relaxed Dogs

Browse dog breeds known for calm & relaxed tendencies and compare temperament, care needs, and lifestyle fit before building a shortlist.

Browse 25 matching profiles. Only breeds with photos. Extinct breeds are hidden.

Breed tendencies are a guide; individual dogs vary.

Family-friendly Apartment-friendly Low-shedding

25 breeds • Showing 12

Lifestyle fit: Calm & Relaxed

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Basset Artesien Normand

ScenthoundUncommonFrance

AffectionateCalm

The Basset Artesien Normand is a charming French breed known for its short legs, friendly nature, and keen hunting instincts. Ideal as a family pet!

Family-home friendlyLower-key rhythmPatient training plan

Basset Hound

HoundCommonFrance

AffectionateGentle

Basset Hounds are short-legged, friendly dogs known for their exceptional scenting ability and gentle nature. They thrive on companionship and are great with children.

Family-home friendlyLower-key rhythmPatient training plan

Bernese Mountain Dog

WorkingCommonSwitzerland

AffectionateCalm

The Bernese Mountain Dog is a large, affectionate breed known for its striking tricolor coat and gentle temperament. Originally bred as a working farm dog in Switzerland, they excel in various roles, including herding and companionship. With a calm demeanor and strong loyalty, they make excellent family pets, especially for those who can provide them with regular exercise and social interaction.

Family-home friendlyLower-key rhythmEasier first month

Borzoi

HoundUncommonRussia

ElegantGentle

The Borzoi, also known as the Russian Wolfhound, is a large, elegant sighthound known for its speed and grace. With a gentle temperament and moderate exercise needs, Borzois make wonderful companions for active families.

Lower-key rhythmPatient training plan

Bulldog

Non-SportingCommonUnited Kingdom

AffectionateComical

The Bulldog is a medium-sized, muscular breed known for its wrinkled face and gentle temperament. They are affectionate, good with children, and require moderate exercise.

Shared-wall friendlyFamily-home friendlyLighter cleanup

Bullmastiff

WorkingCommonEngland

CalmGentle

The Bullmastiff is a large, gentle breed known for its loyalty and protective instincts. Originally bred as a guardian, they are affectionate family companions.

Family-home friendlyLighter cleanupLower-key rhythm

Chinese Crested Dog

ToyCommonChina

AffectionateFriendly

The Chinese Crested Dog is a small, affectionate breed known for its playful nature and unique appearance. They come in hairless and powderpuff varieties, making them ideal companions for families and individuals.

Shared-wall friendlyFamily-home friendlyLower-key rhythm

Chow Chow

Non-SportingUncommonChina

DignifiedIndependent

The Chow Chow is a medium-sized, lion-like dog known for its blue-black tongue and independent nature. Loyal yet aloof, they require confident owners and regular grooming.

Shared-wall friendlyLower-key rhythmPatient training plan

Continental Bulldog

Non-SportingCommonEngland

AffectionateFriendly

The Continental Bulldog is a small, affectionate breed known for its playful nature and friendly demeanor. With moderate exercise needs and low grooming requirements, they make excellent companions for families and individuals.

Shared-wall friendlyFamily-home friendlyLighter cleanup

Dogue de Bordeaux

WorkingUncommonFrance

AffectionateGentle

The Dogue de Bordeaux, or French Mastiff, is a large, powerful breed known for its loyalty and protective nature. With a rich history as guardians and companions, they require consistent training and socialization.

Lower-key rhythmPatient training plan

English Mastiff

WorkingUncommonEngland

AffectionateCalm

The English Mastiff is a massive, gentle giant known for its loyalty and protective nature. With minimal grooming needs and moderate exercise requirements, they make excellent family companions.

Family-home friendlyLighter cleanupLower-key rhythm

Great Dane

WorkingCommonGermany

AffectionateElegant

The Great Dane is a majestic breed known for its size and gentle nature. Affectionate and protective, they thrive as family companions.

Child-friendly fitLighter cleanupLower-key rhythm

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How to compare calm & relaxed breeds

A single characteristic is a useful starting point, but it should not be the only deciding factor. Open the breed pages that stand out and compare daily exercise, trainability, grooming, and household fit.

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