Dog Breeds
Size, weight, lifespan, temperament, and care needs for 22 popular breeds.
Browse popular dog breeds by size, with the practical details that decide whether a breed fits your home — typical weight and height, lifespan, energy level, shedding, temperament, and what each breed is generally good with. Use it as a starting point when you're researching a new dog, then meet the individual animal and talk to a breeder, shelter, or vet before deciding.
Small
- French BulldogCompact, easygoing companions that thrive on attention and need little exercise.
- BeagleA happy, scent-driven hound with a big personality in a small frame.
- DachshundThe iconic “wiener dog” — bold, clever, and full of character.
- Pembroke Welsh CorgiShort-legged herders that are bright, bold, and surprisingly athletic.
- Yorkshire TerrierA tiny, glamorous terrier with a brave, feisty spirit.
- Cavalier King Charles SpanielA sweet, adaptable lap dog that’s equally happy to play or cuddle.
- Shih TzuA charming companion bred purely for friendship and lap time.
- ChihuahuaThe tiniest breed — a bold, loyal companion with an outsized personality.
- Shiba InuA spirited, cat-like Japanese breed that’s clean, agile, and famously independent.
Medium
- PoodleExceptionally smart and low-shedding, in Standard, Miniature, and Toy sizes.
- BulldogMellow, dependable, and famously laid-back — a gentle couch companion.
- Australian ShepherdA brilliant, high-drive herder that needs a job and plenty of activity.
- Siberian HuskyA striking, high-energy sled dog with a famous love of running (and howling).
- Border CollieWidely considered the smartest breed — needs serious mental and physical work.
Large
- Labrador RetrieverAmerica’s most popular breed — friendly, trainable, and endlessly energetic.
- Golden RetrieverGentle, brilliant, and eager to please — a classic family dog.
- German ShepherdA confident, versatile working dog prized for loyalty and trainability.
- RottweilerA powerful, devoted guardian that needs training and early socialization.
- German Shorthaired PointerA tireless, versatile hunting dog that needs lots of exercise.
- BoxerGoofy, devoted, and eternally playful — great with active families.