--- title: "Calm, low-energy dog breeds: our top 20 | Pedibase" description: "Calm, low-energy dog breeds: our top 20, based on scores from our breed listings (temperament, size, average price) and verified breeders." canonical_url: "https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed-rankings/calmest" meta: "og:description": "Calm, low-energy dog breeds: our top 20, based on scores from our breed listings (temperament, size, average price) and verified breeders." "og:image": "https://www.pedibase.com/og.png" "og:image:alt": "Dog and cat breeders near you" "og:image:height": "630" "og:image:width": "1200" "og:title": "Calm, low-energy dog breeds: our top 20" "twitter:description": "Calm, low-energy dog breeds: our top 20, based on scores from our breed listings (temperament, size, average price) and verified breeders." "twitter:image": "https://www.pedibase.com/og.png" "twitter:title": "Calm, low-energy dog breeds: our top 20" --- > Index of every page on this site: [llms.txt](https://www.pedibase.com/llms.txt) 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. 1 [![Chow Chow](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/4783/pexels-photo-4083564.jpeg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/chow-chow) ## [Chow Chow](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/chow-chow) A proud and calm dog with a spectacular coat, reserved but deeply loyal. Energy: 1/5Medium China [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/chow-chow) [ 54 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-chow-chow) 2. 2 [![Shih Tzu](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/6663/pexels-photo-32269523.jpeg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/shih-tzu) ## [Shih Tzu](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/shih-tzu) Small affectionate, intelligent companion dog, very attached to its family. Energy: 2/5Small Tibet [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/shih-tzu) [ 122 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-shih-tzu) 3. 3 [![English Bulldog](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/8095/bulldog-anglais-2.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/english-bulldog) ## [English Bulldog](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/english-bulldog) A compact molosser, affectionate and calm, very attached to its family. Energy: 2/5Medium Great Britain [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/english-bulldog) [ 84 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-english-bulldog) 4. 4 [![Shar-Pei](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/6644/pexels-photo-20183435.jpeg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/shar-pei) ## [Shar-Pei](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/shar-pei) A calm and unique dog, recognizable by its folds and its natural reserve. Energy: 2/5Medium China [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/shar-pei) [ 62 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-shar-pei) 5. 5 [![Dogue de Bordeaux](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/6048/a_dogue_de_bordeaux.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/dogue-de-bordeaux) ## [Dogue de Bordeaux](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/dogue-de-bordeaux) A powerful French mastiff, calm and very attached to its family. Energy: 2/5Giant France [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/dogue-de-bordeaux) [ 61 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-dogue-de-bordeaux) 6. 6 [![Basset Hound](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/8074/basset-hound-main.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/basset-hound) ## [Basset Hound](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/basset-hound) A placid scenthound, sociable and surprisingly hardy beneath its good-natured appearance. Energy: 2/5Medium Great Britain [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/basset-hound) [ 18 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-basset-hound) 7. 7 [![Bullmastiff](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/5802/pexels-photo-15096091.jpeg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/bullmastiff) ## [Bullmastiff](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/bullmastiff) A powerful, harmonious, reliable and protective molosser, with a calm temperament within the family. Energy: 2/5Giant Great Britain [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/bullmastiff) [ 12 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-bullmastiff) 8. 8 [![Chinese Crested Dog](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/7135/chien-chinois-a-crete-indystands-jpg.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/chinese-crested-dog) ## [Chinese Crested Dog](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/chinese-crested-dog) A small graceful dog, affectionate and very attached to its owner. Energy: 2/5Small China [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/chinese-crested-dog) [ 12 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-chinese-crested-dog) 9. 9 [![Pekingese](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/5660/1495867009_b1ae204b29.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/pekingese) ## [Pekingese](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/pekingese) Small noble companion dog, calm and very attached to its owner. Energy: 2/5Small China [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/pekingese) [ 11 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-pekingese) 10. 10 [![Japanese Chin](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/8836/epagneul-japonais-3.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/japanese-chin) ## [Japanese Chin](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/japanese-chin) A small elegant companion dog, gentle and very attached to its home. Energy: 2/5Small Japan [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/japanese-chin) [ 7 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-japanese-chin) 11. 11 [![King Charles Spaniel](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/9458/beautiful-english-toy-spaniel-dog-pet-portrait.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/king-charles-spaniel) ## [King Charles Spaniel](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/king-charles-spaniel) Small calm, affectionate and elegant toy spaniel, more reserved than the Cavalier King Charles. Energy: 2/5Small United Kingdom [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/king-charles-spaniel) [ 5 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-king-charles-spaniel) 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. ## 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) - [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) ```json {"@context":"https://schema.org","@graph":[{"@id":"https://www.pedibase.com/#website","@type":"WebSite","description":"Find dog and cat breeders near you. 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