Trait guide

All Stubborn Dog Breeds

Compare dog breeds associated with stubborn tendencies and use ratings, care details, and full profiles to understand the tradeoffs.

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Breed tendencies are a guide; individual dogs vary.

Family-friendly Apartment-friendly Low-shedding

22 breeds • Showing 12

Trait: Stubborn

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Australian Silky Terrier

ToyUncommonAustralia

Stubborn

The Australian Silky Terrier is a small, energetic breed known for its long, silky coat and playful personality. They are intelligent, affectionate, and make excellent companions.

Basset Hound

HoundCommonFrance

Stubborn

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

Black and Tan Coonhound

HoundUncommonUnited States

Stubborn

The Black and Tan Coonhound is a loyal and independent breed known for its exceptional scenting abilities and strong hunting instincts. With a calm demeanor indoors and a love for outdoor activities, they make excellent companions for active families.

Child-friendly fitLighter cleanupHigh-motion routine

Bloodhound

HoundCommonBelgium/England

Stubborn

The Bloodhound is a large, affectionate scent hound known for its exceptional tracking abilities. With a noble lineage and gentle temperament, they excel in search and rescue roles while being loving family companions.

Family-home friendlyLighter cleanupSteady movement

60 min/day

5/53/5

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Briquet Griffon Vendéen

HoundUncommonFrance

Stubborn

The Briquet Griffon Vendéen is a medium-sized French hunting dog known for its energetic nature, affectionate temperament, and strong tracking abilities.

Family-home friendlyHigh-motion routinePatient training plan

Bull Terrier

TerrierCommonEngland

Stubborn

The Bull Terrier is a medium-sized, playful, and affectionate dog known for its unique egg-shaped head and strong build. Originally bred for fighting, they are now beloved family companions that require regular exercise and socialization.

Child-friendly fitLighter cleanupHigh-motion routine

Bulldog

Non-SportingCommonUnited Kingdom

Stubborn

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

Dogue de Bordeaux

WorkingUncommonFrance

Stubborn

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 Foxhound

HoundRareEngland

Stubborn

The English Foxhound is a large, energetic breed known for its friendly nature and strong hunting instincts. With a need for ample exercise and social interaction, they thrive in active households and are excellent companions for families.

Family-home friendlyLighter cleanupHigh-motion routine

Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen

HoundUncommonFrance

Stubborn

The Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen is a medium-sized, affectionate hunting dog from France, known for its friendly personality and strong instincts.

Child-friendly fitHigh-motion routine

Himalayan Sheepdog

WorkingUncommonNepal

Stubborn

The Himalayan Sheepdog, or Bhote Kukur, is a powerful livestock guardian known for its loyalty and protective nature. With a rich history in Nepal and India, this breed thrives in outdoor environments and requires ample exercise. Affectionate with families but wary of strangers, they make excellent companions for active households.

Child-friendly fitHigh-motion routinePatient training plan

Miniature Bull Terrier

TerrierUncommonEngland

Stubborn

The Miniature Bull Terrier is a lively and playful breed known for its egg-shaped head and muscular build. With a strong personality and minimal grooming needs, they make excellent companions for active families.

Lighter cleanupHigh-motion routinePatient training plan

30 min/day

3/54/5

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