--- title: "Most affectionate dog breeds: our top 20 | Pedibase" description: "Most affectionate 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/most-affectionate" meta: "og:description": "Most affectionate 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": "Most affectionate dog breeds: our top 20" "twitter:description": "Most affectionate 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": "Most affectionate dog breeds: our top 20" --- > Index of every page on this site: [llms.txt](https://www.pedibase.com/llms.txt) Top 20 # Most 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. 1. 1 [![Golden Retriever](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/4350/pexels-photo-11106504.jpeg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/golden-retriever) ## [Golden Retriever](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/golden-retriever) A gentle, intelligent family dog, always ready to share everyday life. Affection: 5/5Large United Kingdom [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/golden-retriever) [ 294 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-golden-retriever) 2. 2 [![French Bulldog](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/4394/pexels-photo-16603584.jpeg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/french-bulldog) ## [French Bulldog](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/french-bulldog) Small companion dog very attached to its family, the French Bulldog combines tenderness, good humor and true adaptation to city life. Affection: 5/5Small France [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/french-bulldog) [ 244 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-french-bulldog) 3. 3 [![Yorkshire Terrier](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/18/pexels-photo-35386961.jpeg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/yorkshire-terrier) ## [Yorkshire Terrier](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/yorkshire-terrier) Small, lively and elegant terrier, the Yorkshire Terrier charms with its big personality in a miniature format. Affection: 5/5Small United Kingdom [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/yorkshire-terrier) [ 179 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-yorkshire-terrier) 4. 4 [![Labrador Retriever](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/4333/portrait_of_a_labrador_retriever.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/labrador-retriever) ## [Labrador Retriever](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/labrador-retriever) A large retriever that is gentle, playful and very cooperative, ideal for an active family life. Affection: 5/5Large United Kingdom [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/labrador-retriever) [ 166 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-labrador-retriever) 5. 5 [![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. Affection: 5/5Small Tibet [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/shih-tzu) [ 122 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-shih-tzu) 6. 6 [![Brittany Spaniel](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/4162/pexels-photo-13923477.jpeg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/brittany) ## [Brittany Spaniel](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/brittany) A small French pointing dog, affectionate, athletic and always willing. Affection: 5/5Medium France [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/brittany) [ 92 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-brittany) 7. 7 [![Bernese Mountain Dog](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/4232/2158385469_878b719054_b.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/bernese-mountain-dog) ## [Bernese Mountain Dog](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/bernese-mountain-dog) A gentle Swiss giant, affectionate, loyal and deeply attached to its family. Affection: 5/5Giant Switzerland [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/bernese-mountain-dog) [ 89 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-bernese-mountain-dog) 8. 8 [![Newfoundland](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/6615/chien_terre-neuve_01.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/newfoundland) ## [Newfoundland](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/newfoundland) A gentle giant, powerful and naturally gifted for water rescue. Affection: 5/5Giant Canada [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/newfoundland) [ 77 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-newfoundland) 9. 9 [![Great Dane](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/4476/dogue_allemand_bleu.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/great-dane) ## [Great Dane](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/great-dane) A harmonious giant, affectionate and protective with a big heart. Affection: 5/5Giant Germany [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/great-dane) [ 75 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-great-dane) 10. 10 [![Poodle]()](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/poodle) ## [Poodle](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/poodle) A brilliant, elegant and versatile dog, from toy to large size. Affection: 5/5Medium France [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/poodle) [ 73 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-poodle) 11. 11 [![Beagle](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/4381/pexels-photo-5283623.jpeg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/beagle) ## [Beagle](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/beagle) British scent hound with an exceptional nose, the Beagle combines cheerfulness, sociability and fine endurance. Affection: 5/5Medium United Kingdom [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/beagle) [ 72 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-beagle) 12. 12 [![Pomsky](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/9488/pexels-edwige-drn-2156378123-34692352.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/pomsky) ## [Pomsky](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/pomsky) Small in size, lively in temperament, the Pomsky charms with its look of a mini Husky. Affection: 5/5Small United States [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/pomsky) [ 71 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-pomsky) 13. 13 [![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. Affection: 5/5Giant 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) 14. 14 [![Akita Inu](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/1288/pexels-photo-8940562.jpeg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/akita-inu) ## [Akita Inu](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/akita-inu) Noble and faithful Japanese dog, the Akita Inu combines calm, dignity and a strong character. Affection: 5/5Large Japan [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/akita-inu) [ 58 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-akita-inu) 15. 15 [![Boston Terrier](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/5696/pexels-photo-3658120.jpeg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/boston-terrier) ## [Boston Terrier](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/boston-terrier) A small lively, affectionate and elegant companion, as playful as he is close to his family. Affection: 5/5Small United States [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/boston-terrier) [ 43 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-boston-terrier) 16. 16 [![English Pointer](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/8396/pointer-anglais-8.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/english-pointer) ## [English Pointer](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/english-pointer) A large elegant pointing dog, hardy and very attached to its family. Affection: 5/5Large United Kingdom [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/english-pointer) [ 41 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-english-pointer) 17. 17 [![Continental Toy Spaniel](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/8291/epagneul-nain-continental-9.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/continental-toy-spaniel) ## [Continental Toy Spaniel](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/continental-toy-spaniel) Small lively and affectionate companion dog, as elegant as it is adaptable to everyday life. Affection: 5/5Small France, Belgium [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/continental-toy-spaniel) [ 39 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-continental-toy-spaniel) 18. 18 [![Weimaraner](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/9615/braque-de-weimar-27095-5.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/weimaraner) ## [Weimaraner](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/weimaraner) Also called Weimaraner, this athletic German pointing dog combines energy, scenting ability and attachment to its family. Affection: 5/5Large Germany [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/weimaraner) [ 37 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-weimaraner) 19. 19 [![Maltese](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/4910/pexels-photo-23542118.jpeg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/maltese) ## [Maltese](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/maltese) A small elegant, affectionate and lively companion with a long silky white coat. Affection: 5/5Small Italy [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/maltese) [ 33 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-maltese) 20. 20 [![Saint Bernard](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/4693/pexels-photo-10253852.jpeg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/saint-bernard) ## [Saint Bernard](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/saint-bernard) A gentle and protective giant, famous for its calm and its rescue instinct. Affection: 5/5Giant Switzerland [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/saint-bernard) [ 33 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-saint-bernard) This ranking is based on scores from 1 to 5 assigned to each dog breed in our listings. 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