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# Dog breed rankings
Our top 20 dog breeds for everyday needs: apartment living, children, first pet, shedding, grooming, price, and more.
[123Dog breeds suited to apartment living
Not all dog breeds adapt equally well to indoor living. These breeds are often recommended for apartments, provided they get walks and stimulation. Open a breed profile for temperament, grooming and breeders.Top picks: Chihuahua, French Bulldog, Yorkshire TerrierView top 20](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed-rankings/best-for-apartments) [123Dog breeds for families with children
For a family, choose a patient, sociable dog breed. These breeds are often recommended for homes with children: see temperament, training and breeders on each profile.Top picks: Australian Shepherd, Golden Retriever, French BulldogView top 20](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed-rankings/best-with-children) [123Dog breeds for first-time owners
Some breeds are more forgiving of first-time dog owners. These breeds are often recommended for beginners: read about training, temperament and price before choosing a breeder.Top picks: Cavalier King Charles, Labrador Retriever, Shih TzuView top 20](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed-rankings/best-for-first-time-owners) [123Most affectionate dog breeds
A very affectionate dog forms a strong bond with its family. Compare temperament, need for company and purchase price on these dog breed profiles.Top picks: Golden Retriever, French Bulldog, Yorkshire TerrierView top 20](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed-rankings/most-affectionate) [123Dog breeds that get along with other pets
Living with multiple pets takes a sociable temperament. These dog breeds often get along better with other companions: compare compatibility on each profile.Top picks: Cavalier King Charles, Border Collie, SamoyedView top 20](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed-rankings/best-with-other-pets) [123Easy-to-train dog breeds
An easy-to-train breed learns faster, especially for first-time dog owners. These breeds score well for trainability: open a profile for temperament and training tips.Top picks: Golden Retriever, German Shepherd Dog, Labrador RetrieverView top 20](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed-rankings/easiest-to-train) [123Dog breeds that bark less
A quiet dog is better suited to apartment living. These breeds generally bark less, though training still matters. Compare barking, apartment suitability and breeders on each profile.Top picks: Whippet, Chow Chow, Bull TerrierView top 20](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed-rankings/that-bark-the-least) [123Guard dog breeds
Some dog breeds are more alert and territorial. These breeds score well for guarding: learn about their temperament and training needs before contacting a breeder.Top picks: German Shepherd Dog, Belgian Malinois, RottweilerView top 20](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed-rankings/best-guard-dogs) [123Calm, low-energy dog breeds
A calm dog is better suited to a relaxed lifestyle. These breeds have lower energy levels: check daily exercise, health and apartment suitability on the profile.Top picks: Chow Chow, Shih Tzu, English BulldogView top 20](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed-rankings/calmest) [12![Poodle]()3Dog breeds that shed less
Less shedding makes everyday life easier, especially indoors. These dog breeds generally shed less: check coat type and hypoallergenic traits on the breed profile.Top picks: Yorkshire Terrier, Shih Tzu, PoodleView top 20](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed-rankings/that-shed-the-least) [123Dog breeds that drool less
Some breeds' heavy jowls go hand in hand with excessive drooling. These dogs generally drool less: compare grooming, shedding and temperament on each profile.Top picks: Australian Shepherd, German Shepherd Dog, Cavalier King CharlesView top 20](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed-rankings/that-drool-the-least) [123Low-maintenance dog breeds
Easy grooming makes everyday life simpler. These dog breeds generally need less grooming: check coat type, shedding and care costs on the breed profile.Top picks: Whippet, Boston Terrier, Bull TerrierView top 20](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed-rankings/easiest-to-groom) [123Most intelligent dog breeds
A quick-witted breed learns fast and enjoys mental stimulation. These dogs have the highest intelligence scores: plan games and activities to prevent boredom, and open a profile to learn about their temperament and needs.Top picks: Australian Shepherd, Golden Retriever, German Shepherd DogView top 20](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed-rankings/most-intelligent) [123Hardiest dog breeds
Some breeds are less prone to inherited conditions. These dogs have the highest health scores: check life expectancy, health concerns and veterinary care on each profile.Top picks: Beauceron, Shetland Sheepdog, Picardy ShepherdView top 20](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed-rankings/healthiest) [123Dog breeds that need little exercise
Not all breeds need long daily walks. These dogs are content with moderate activity: check energy level, apartment suitability and health on the breed profile.Top picks: French Bulldog, Shih Tzu, English BulldogView top 20](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed-rankings/that-need-little-exercise) [12![Poodle]()3So-called hypoallergenic dog breeds
No breed is completely allergen-free, but some shed less or produce fewer dander flakes. Consult an allergist, then compare these so-called hypoallergenic dog breeds.Top picks: Yorkshire Terrier, Shih Tzu, PoodleView top 20](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed-rankings/hypoallergenic) [123Small dog breeds
A small build makes city living and travel easier. These dog breeds stay compact as adults: each profile details size, weight and price.Top picks: Chihuahua, French Bulldog, Cavalier King CharlesView top 20](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed-rankings/smallest) [123More affordable dog breeds
The price of a purebred dog depends on its lineage, pedigree and breeder. These breeds are among the most affordable in our directory: compare purchase price ranges and living costs on each profile.Top picks: Pitbull, Pyrenean Shepherd, American FoxhoundView top 20](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed-rankings/cheapest)
## Other dog breed rankings
- [Dog breeds suited to apartment living](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed-rankings/best-for-apartments)
- [Dog breeds for families with children](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed-rankings/best-with-children)
- [Dog breeds for first-time owners](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed-rankings/best-for-first-time-owners)
- [Most affectionate dog breeds](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed-rankings/most-affectionate)
- [Dog breeds that get along with other pets](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed-rankings/best-with-other-pets)
- [Easy-to-train dog breeds](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed-rankings/easiest-to-train)
- [Dog breeds that bark less](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed-rankings/that-bark-the-least)
- [Guard dog breeds](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed-rankings/best-guard-dogs)
- [Calm, low-energy dog breeds](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed-rankings/calmest)
- [Dog breeds that shed less](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed-rankings/that-shed-the-least)
- [Dog breeds that drool less](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed-rankings/that-drool-the-least)
- [Low-maintenance dog breeds](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed-rankings/easiest-to-groom)
- [Most intelligent dog breeds](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed-rankings/most-intelligent)
- [Hardiest dog breeds](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed-rankings/healthiest)
- [Dog breeds that need little exercise](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed-rankings/that-need-little-exercise)
- [So-called hypoallergenic dog breeds](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed-rankings/hypoallergenic)
- [Small dog breeds](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed-rankings/smallest)
- [More affordable dog breeds](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed-rankings/cheapest)
[All dog breeds](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breeds) [Breed comparison](https://www.pedibase.com/en/compare-dog-breeds) [Which dog should you choose?](https://www.pedibase.com/en/choose-your-dog)
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