Top 14

dogs breeds that need little exercise

Not all breeds need long daily outings. These dogs are fine with moderate activity: check energy, apartment compatibility, and health on the breed page.

  1. 1Havanese

    Havanese

    A small cheerful, sociable Cuban companion dressed in a long silky coat.

    Exercise: 2/5Small Cuba

  2. 2French Bulldog

    French Bulldog

    Small companion dog very attached to its family, the French Bulldog combines tenderness, good humor and true adaptation to city life.

    Exercise: 2/5Small France

  3. 3English Bulldog

    English Bulldog

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

    Exercise: 2/5Medium Great Britain

  4. 4Pug

    Pug

    Small companion dog with a wrinkled face, the Pug charms with its gentleness, its cheerfulness and its affectionate presence.

    Exercise: 2/5Small China

  5. 5Chinese Crested Dog

    Chinese Crested Dog

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

    Exercise: 2/5Small China

  6. 6Xoloitzcuintli

    Xoloitzcuintli

    A primitive Mexican dog, elegant, calm and attentive, available in three sizes and in two varieties.

    Exercise: 2/5Small Mexico

  7. 7Chow Chow

    Chow Chow

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

    Exercise: 2/5Medium China

  8. 8Japanese Chin

    Japanese Chin

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

    Exercise: 2/5Small Japan

  9. 9Tibetan Spaniel

    Tibetan Spaniel

    Small, alert, elegant and faithful dog, the Tibetan Spaniel is a very endearing companion for city life.

    Exercise: 2/5Small China, Great Britain

  10. 10King Charles Spaniel

    King Charles Spaniel

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

    Exercise: 2/5Small United Kingdom

  11. 11Pekingese

    Pekingese

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

    Exercise: 2/5Small China

  12. 12Petit Brabançon

    Petit Brabançon

    Small lively Belgian dog very attached to its owner, it charms with its almost human expression.

    Exercise: 2/5Small Belgium

  13. 13Shar-Pei

    Shar-Pei

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

    Exercise: 2/5Medium China

  14. 14Shih Tzu

    Shih Tzu

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

    Exercise: 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.