Top 11

Calm, low-energy dogs breeds

A calm dog adapts better to a relaxed pace. These breeds have a lower energy level: check daily exercise, health, and apartment compatibility on the profile.

  1. 1Chow Chow

    Chow Chow

    A proud and calm dog with a spectacular coat, reserved but deeply loyal.

    Energy: 1/5Medium China

  2. 2Basset Hound

    Basset Hound

    A placid scenthound, sociable and surprisingly hardy beneath its good-natured appearance.

    Energy: 2/5Medium Great Britain

  3. 3English Bulldog

    English Bulldog

    A compact molosser, affectionate and calm, very attached to its family.

    Energy: 2/5Medium Great Britain

  4. 4Bullmastiff

    Bullmastiff

    A powerful, harmonious, reliable and protective molosser, with a calm temperament within the family.

    Energy: 2/5Giant Great Britain

  5. 5Chinese Crested Dog

    Chinese Crested Dog

    A small graceful dog, affectionate and very attached to its owner.

    Energy: 2/5Small China

  6. 6Dogue de Bordeaux

    Dogue de Bordeaux

    A powerful French mastiff, calm and very attached to its family.

    Energy: 2/5Giant France

  7. 7Japanese Chin

    Japanese Chin

    A small elegant companion dog, gentle and very attached to its home.

    Energy: 2/5Small Japan

  8. 8King Charles Spaniel

    King Charles Spaniel

    Small calm, affectionate and elegant companion spaniel, more reserved than the Cavalier King Charles.

    Energy: 2/5Small United Kingdom

  9. 9Pekingese

    Pekingese

    Small noble companion dog, calm and very attached to its owner.

    Energy: 2/5Small China

  10. 10Shar-Pei

    Shar-Pei

    A calm and unique dog, recognizable by its folds and its natural reserve.

    Energy: 2/5Medium China

  11. 11Shih Tzu

    Shih Tzu

    Small affectionate, intelligent companion dog, very attached to its family.

    Energy: 2/5Small China

This ranking is based on the 1-to-5 scores given to each dog breed in our breed pages. If scores are tied, breeds are ranked alphabetically.