Top 11

Calm, 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.

  1. 1Chow Chow

    Chow Chow

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

    Energy: 1/5Medium China

  2. 2Shih Tzu

    Shih Tzu

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

    Energy: 2/5Small Tibet

  3. 3English Bulldog

    English Bulldog

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

    Energy: 2/5Medium Great Britain

  4. 4Shar-Pei

    Shar-Pei

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

    Energy: 2/5Medium China

  5. 5Dogue de Bordeaux

    Dogue de Bordeaux

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

    Energy: 2/5Giant France

  6. 6Basset Hound

    Basset Hound

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

    Energy: 2/5Medium Great Britain

  7. 7Bullmastiff

    Bullmastiff

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

    Energy: 2/5Giant Great Britain

  8. 8Chinese Crested Dog

    Chinese Crested Dog

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

    Energy: 2/5Small China

  9. 9Pekingese

    Pekingese

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

    Energy: 2/5Small China

  10. 10Japanese Chin

    Japanese Chin

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

    Energy: 2/5Small Japan

  11. 11King Charles Spaniel

    King Charles Spaniel

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

    Energy: 2/5Small United Kingdom

This ranking is based on scores from 1 to 5 assigned to each dog breed in our listings. In a tie, breeds with more breeders in France rank higher.