Medium Dog Breeds
Medium-sized dogs strike a useful balance for many households — large enough for active outdoor life, small enough to fit comfortably into typical home spaces. The category here covers breeds usually between about 22–55 lb (10–25 kg) adult weight. Within that range you will find everything from energetic working breeds to relaxed companions. The cards below show the medium breeds in our directory; follow through to each profile for exercise, grooming, and household-fit detail.
240 breeds in this category
medium Bulldog
From England
Calm, brave, affectionate, steady
medium German Shorthaired Pointer
From Germany
Enthusiastic, cooperative, bold, affectionate
medium Australian Shepherd
From United States
Smart, energetic, devoted, work-driven
medium Siberian Husky
From Russia
Friendly, mischievous, independent, gentle
medium Brittany
From France
Happy, agile, attentive, eager
medium English Springer Spaniel
From England
Friendly, eager, obedient, gentle
medium Border Collie
From Scotland
Intense, smart, energetic, responsive
medium Airedale Terrier
From England
Alert, bold, versatile, friendly
medium American Pit Bull Terrier
From United States
Confident, affectionate, driven, tenacious
medium American Staffordshire Terrier
From United States
Loyal, confident, attentive, brave
medium English Cocker Spaniel
From England
Merry, affectionate, responsive, keen
medium Whippet
From England
Gentle, amiable, quick, affectionate
medium Pharaoh Hound
From Malta
Friendly, alert, intelligent, athletic
medium Ibizan Hound
From Spain
Athletic, sensitive, playful, polite
medium Samoyed
From Russia
Bright, gentle, alert, social
medium Australian Cattle Dog (Blue Heeler / Queensland Heeler)
From Australia
Alert, tough, loyal, intense
medium Chow Chow
From China
Aloof, loyal, independent, watchful
medium Chinese Shar-Pei
From China
Loyal, calm, independent, watchful
medium Kerry Blue Terrier
From Ireland
Alert, determined, affectionate, bold
medium Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
From Ireland
Cheerful, affectionate, confident, spirited
medium Vizsla
From Hungary
Affectionate, eager, sensitive, energetic
medium Basset Hound
From France
Easygoing, devoted, patient, stubborn
medium Norwegian Elkhound
From Norway
Loyal, bold, alert, friendly
medium Welsh Springer Spaniel
From Wales
Loyal, affectionate, diligent, steady
medium Field Spaniel
From England
Sweet, thoughtful, active, eager
medium Clumber Spaniel
From England
Mellow, affectionate, determined, dignified
medium Boykin Spaniel
From United States
Friendly, eager, energetic, keen
medium Lagotto Romagnolo
From Italy
Keen, affectionate, quick, diligent
medium Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
From Netherlands
Loyal, eager, sensitive, outdoorsy
medium German Wirehaired Pointer
From Germany
Driven, loyal, confident, energetic
medium Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen
From France
Cheerful, determined, outgoing, vocal
medium Wirehaired Vizsla
From Hungary
Affectionate, eager, resilient, gentle
medium Appenzeller Sennenhund
From Switzerland
Energetic, alert, confident, devoted
medium Entlebucher Mountain Dog
From Switzerland
Devoted, determined, alert, energetic
medium Finnish Lapphund
From Finland
Friendly, alert, docile, eager
medium Norwegian Buhund
From Norway
Cheerful, alert, energetic, clever
medium Puli
From Hungary
Lively, smart, independent, protective
medium Polish Lowland Sheepdog
From Poland
Bright, confident, watchful, affectionate
medium Portuguese Water Dog
From Portugal
Loyal, spirited, intelligent, biddable
medium Keeshond
From Netherlands
Alert, friendly, outgoing, intelligent
medium Finnish Spitz
From Finland
Lively, independent, vocal, friendly
medium Shikoku
From Japan
Loyal, alert, reserved, brave
medium Kishu Ken
From Japan
Calm, loyal, courageous, reserved
medium Kai Ken
From Japan
Alert, agile, faithful, reserved
medium Hokkaido
From Japan
Brave, alert, loyal, hardy
medium Thai Ridgeback
From Thailand
Independent, alert, strong-willed, loyal
medium Plott Hound
From United States
Bold, loyal, alert, driven
medium Tibetan Terrier
From Tibet
Affectionate, sensitive, playful, loyal
medium Xoloitzcuintli
From Mexico
Calm, intelligent, loyal, sensitive
medium Peruvian Inca Orchid
From Peru
Gentle, alert, agile, affectionate
medium Africanis
From South Africa
Agile, alert, affectionate, resilient
medium Aidi
From Morocco
Vigilant, loyal, intense, athletic
medium Ainu Dog
From Japan
Courageous, alert, loyal, reserved
medium Airedale
From England
Alert, bold, trainable, friendly
medium Alapaha Blue Blood Bulldog
From United States
Loyal, watchful, confident, steady
medium Alaskan Husky
From United States
Athletic, focused, social, driven
medium American Blue Lacy
From United States
Driven, intelligent, alert, loyal
medium American Bully
From United States
Confident, affectionate, stable, outgoing
medium American Leopard Hound
From United States
Energetic, determined, even-tempered, eager to please
medium American Water Spaniel
From United States
Cheerful, eager, intelligent, hardy
medium Appenzell Mountain Dog
From Switzerland
Lively, bold, loyal, diligent
medium Appenzeller
From Switzerland
Alert, energetic, confident, devoted
medium Ariegeois
From France
Gentle, energetic, amicable, focused
medium Armant
From Egypt
Vigilant, loyal, hardworking, affectionate with family
medium Australian Bulldog
From Australia
Friendly, stable, confident, affectionate
medium Australian Cobberdog
From Australia
Gentle, intelligent, sociable, intuitive
medium Australian Kelpie
From Australia
Smart, intense, eager, devoted
medium Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog
From Australia
Energetic, watchful, loyal, determined
medium Austrian Black and Tan Hound
From Austria
Calm, diligent, friendly, reliable
medium Austrian Shorthaired Pinscher
From Austria
Alert, spirited, protective, good-natured
medium Auvergne Pointing Dog
From France
Gentle, willing, calm, affectionate
medium Barbado da Terceira
From Portugal
Loyal, biddable, energetic, affectionate
medium Barbet
From France
Cheerful, willing, gentle, sociable
medium Bavarian Mountain Scent Hound
From Germany
Balanced, reserved, devoted, persistent
medium Beagle-Harrier
From France
Friendly, determined, sociable, hardy
medium Bearded Collie
From Scotland
Playful, intelligent, exuberant, hardy
medium Black Mouth Cur
From United States
Brave, loyal, energetic, biddable
medium Black Norwegian Elkhound
From Norway
Alert, bold, friendly, independent
medium Blue Picardy Spaniel
From France
Balanced, friendly, steady, willing
medium Andalusian Podenco
From Spain
Alert, agile, independent, friendly with pack
medium Anglo-Français de Petite Vénerie
From France
Lively, friendly, determined, pack-oriented
medium Anglo-Français de Petite Vénerie (Alt)
From France
Lively, friendly, determined, pack-oriented
medium Austrian Brandlbracke
From Austria
Calm, diligent, friendly, reliable
medium Balkan Hound
From Balkans
Even-tempered, determined, sociable, resilient
medium Balkan Scenthound
From Balkans
Calm, determined, friendly, pack-oriented
medium Balkanski Gonic
From Balkans
Sociable, driven, balanced, enduring
medium Bedouin Shepherd Dog
From Middle East
Vigilant, loyal, resilient, reserved
medium Berger des Pyrnes
From France
Intense, clever, spirited, affectionate
medium Berger des Pyrénées
From France
Quick, bright, loyal, energetic
medium Bernese Hound
From Switzerland
Friendly, determined, calm, sociable
medium Black Forest Hound
From Germany
Balanced, diligent, friendly, focused
medium Blue Lacy
From United States
Driven, intelligent, alert, loyal
medium Bohemian Shepherd
From Czech Republic
Friendly, obedient, alert, devoted
medium Bosanski Ostrodlaki Gonic (Barak)
From Bosnia
Hardy, friendly, persistent, calm
medium Bouvier des Ardennes
From Belgium
Alert, devoted, tough, lively
medium Braque du Bourbonnais
From France
Affectionate, willing, calm, biddable
medium Braque Français Pyrenean
From France
Lively, affectionate, responsive, willing
medium Briquet Griffon Vendéen
From France
Merry, determined, hardy, social
medium Brittany Spaniel
From France
Bright, eager, affectionate, agile
medium Buldogue Campeiro
From Brazil
Loyal, courageous, steady, affectionate
medium Canaan Dog
From Israel
Alert, vigilant, loyal, independent
medium Canarian Warren Hound
From Spain
Courageous, enthusiastic, dynamic, noble
medium Carolina Dog
From United States
Loyal, independent, alert, gentle
medium Catalan Sheepdog
From Spain
Intelligent, loyal, lively, affectionate
medium Cesky Fousek
From Czech Republic
Willing, calm, biddable, affectionate
medium Chien dArtois
From France
Calm, friendly, determined, sociable
medium Chien de lAtlas
From Morocco
Agile, alert, social, steady
medium Chinese Chongqing Dog
From China
Loyal, alert, bold, protective
medium Chippiparai
From India
Loyal, alert, intelligent, independent
medium Chow Chow
From China
Dignified, loyal, reserved, independent
medium Chuandong Hound
From China
Alert, devoted, bold, intense
medium Cirneco dellEtna
From Italy
Lively, gentle, attentive, independent
medium Clumber Spaniel
From England
Gentle, mellow, steady, loyal
medium Cao da Serra de Aires
From Portugal
Alert, intelligent, devoted, lively
medium Cao de Fila de Sao Miguel
From Azores
Protective, confident, intense, loyal
medium Kombai
From India
Brave, loyal, alert, independent
medium Continental Bulldog
From Switzerland
Friendly, balanced, confident, affectionate
medium Cretan Hound
From Greece
Alert, agile, gentle, independent
medium Croatian Sheepdog
From Croatia
Energetic, biddable, alert, loyal
medium Cão da Serra de Aires
From Portugal
Alert, intelligent, devoted, lively
medium Cão de Fila de São Miguel
From Azores
Protective, confident, intense, loyal
medium Dalmatian
From Croatia
Outgoing, smart, active, loyal
medium Deutsche Bracke
From Germany
Friendly, persistent, balanced, social
medium Deutscher Wachtelhund
From Germany
Eager, friendly, energetic, biddable
medium Dingo
From Australia
Alert, resourceful, wary, intelligent
medium Drentsche Patrijshond
From Netherlands
Gentle, willing, intelligent, loyal
medium Drentse Patrijshond
From Netherlands
Gentle, willing, intelligent, loyal
medium Dunker
From Norway
Calm, friendly, diligent, social
medium Elkhound (see Norwegian Elkhound)
From Norway
Bold, friendly, dependable, alert
medium English Bulldog
From England
Gentle, brave, loyal, easygoing
medium English Shepherd
From United States
Loyal, intelligent, energetic, biddable
medium English Springer Spaniel
From England
Friendly, eager, attentive, active
medium Entlebucher
From Switzerland
Loyal, determined, alert, smart
medium Entlebucher Sennenhund
From Switzerland
Devoted, agile, vigilant, trainable
medium Estonian Hound
From Estonia
Cheerful, determined, sociable, alert
medium Eurasier
From Germany
Gentle, even-tempered, loyal, observant
medium Finnish Hound
From Finland
Calm, persistent, social, even-tempered
medium French Brittany Spaniel
From France
Eager, affectionate, intelligent, agile
medium French Spaniel
From France
Gentle, cooperative, friendly, adaptable
medium Gammel Dansk Hønsehund
From Denmark
Calm, willing, reliable, affectionate
medium German Pinscher
From Germany
Alert, spirited, intelligent, confident
medium Schafpudel
From Germany
Intelligent, willing, gentle, loyal
medium German Spitz (Giant)
From Germany
Alert, loyal, spirited, confident
medium Greek Hound
From Greece
Determined, friendly, steady, focused
medium Griffon Bleu de Gascogne
From France
Lively, sociable, determined, vocal
medium Griffon Fauve de Bretagne
From France
Brave, eager, friendly, determined
medium Griffon Nivernais
From France
Courageous, independent, hardy, loyal
medium Halden Hound
From Norway
Calm, friendly, determined, social
medium Hamilton Hound
From Sweden
Friendly, eager, steady, confident
medium Hamiltonstovare
From Sweden
Friendly, eager, steady, confident
medium Hanoverian Hound
From Germany
Serious, loyal, patient, focused
medium Hanoverian Scenthound
From Germany
Loyal, calm, diligent, reserved
medium Harrier
From England
Cheerful, outgoing, determined, pack-oriented
medium Hellenikos Ichnilatis
From Greece
Determined, friendly, steady, focused
medium Hokkaido Dog
From Japan
Brave, alert, loyal, dignified
medium Hygenhund
From Norway
Calm, determined, friendly, reserved
medium Irish Terrier
From Ireland
Bold, affectionate, spirited, loyal
medium Istrian Coarse-Haired Hound
From Croatia
Hardy, persistent, friendly, vocal
medium Istrian Shorthaired Hound
From Croatia
Gentle, determined, sociable, focused
medium Jindo
From South Korea
Loyal, brave, alert, independent
medium Kai Dog
From Japan
Brave, alert, devoted, reserved
medium Kanni
From India
Loyal, shy, gentle, agile
medium Karelian Bear Dog
From Finland
Brave, alert, independent, loyal
medium Karelian Bear Laika
From Russia
Courageous, alert, independent, loyal
medium Karst Shepherd
From Slovenia
Protective, loyal, calm, reserved
medium Kelb tal-Fenek
From Malta
Friendly, playful, athletic, sensitive
medium Kelpie
From Australia
Smart, intense, eager, devoted
medium Koolie
From Australia
Alert, eager, intelligent, loyal
medium Krasky Ovcar
From Slovenia
Loyal, protective, calm, reserved
medium Lapinporokoira
From Finland
Loyal, energetic, willing, attentive
medium Lapponian Herder
From Finland
Energetic, responsive, alert, loyal
medium Latvian Hound
From Latvia
Determined, friendly, calm, sociable
medium Lithuanian Hound
From Lithuania
Even-tempered, resilient, active, persistent
medium McNab
From United States
Loyal, intelligent, protective, energetic
medium Mexican Hairless
From Mexico
Calm, intelligent, loyal, sensitive
medium Mountain Cur
From United States
Brave, energetic, intelligent, devoted
medium Mudi
From Hungary
Lively, intelligent, alert, loyal
medium Nenets Herding Laika
From Russia
Lively, agile, friendly, obedient
medium Norwegian Hound
From Norway
Calm, friendly, determined, social
medium Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
From Canada
Playful, intelligent, alert, affectionate
medium Old Danish Chicken Dog
From Denmark
Calm, reliable, affectionate, willing
medium Olde English Bulldogge
From United States
Loyal, confident, stable, affectionate
medium Gull Terrier
From Pakistan
Courageous, determined, loyal, intense
medium Patti
From India
Watchful, loyal, brave, adaptable
medium Pachón Navarro
From Spain
Docile, calm, intelligent, sociable
medium Perro de Presa Mallorquin
From Spain
Protective, steady, confident, loyal
medium Perro Dogo Mallorquin
From Spain
Loyal, calm, courageous, protective
medium Peruvian Inca Orchid (Pio)
From Peru
Gentle, alert, affectionate, sensitive
medium Petit Bleu de Gascogne
From France
Calm, sociable, determined, gentle
medium Petit Gascon Saintongeois
From France
Steady, sociable, determined, calm
medium Phu Quoc Ridgeback Dog
From Phu Quoc Island, Vietnam
Alert, friendly, agile, independent
medium Picardy Spaniel
From France
Calm, friendly, willing, affectionate
medium Polish Hound
From Poland
Calm, friendly, persistent, social
medium Porcelaine
From France
Gentle, sociable, determined, calm
medium Portuguese Podengo
From Portugal
Lively, alert, friendly, independent
medium Portuguese Pointer
From Portugal
Gentle, eager, sociable, steady
medium Portuguese Sheepdog
From Portugal
Alert, intelligent, devoted, lively
medium Posavac Hound
From Croatia
Calm, sociable, persistent, gentle
medium Pumi
From Hungary
Energetic, intelligent, alert, bold
medium Rastreador Brasileiro
From Brazil
Calm, determined, sociable, obedient
medium Russo-European Laika
From Russia
Brave, alert, independent, loyal
medium Sabueso Español
From Spain
Calm, persistent, friendly, vocal
medium Sabueso Español (Alt)
From Spain
Calm, persistent, friendly, vocal
medium Sapsari
From South Korea
Gentle, loyal, obedient, watchful
medium Schapendoes
From Netherlands
Cheerful, smart, active, affectionate
medium Schiller Hound
From Sweden
Friendly, energetic, determined, sociable
medium Schnauzer
From Germany
Alert, spirited, intelligent, sturdy
medium Segugio Italiano
From Italy
Steady, eager, gentle, sociable
medium Serbian Hound
From Serbia
Calm, friendly, diligent, vocal
medium Silken Windhound
From United States
Gentle, friendly, intelligent, athletic
medium Slovensky Kopov (Slovakian Hound)
From Slovakia
Determined, calm, friendly, diligent
medium Smalandsstovare
From Sweden
Calm, friendly, faithful, keen
medium Small Munsterlander
From Germany
Intelligent, biddable, lively, loving
medium Small Swiss Hound
From Switzerland
Friendly, calm, diligent, social
medium Spaniel de Pont Audemer
From France
Gentle, willing, calm, friendly
medium Spanish Hound
From Spain
Affectionate, calm, brave, courageous
medium Spanish Water Dog
From Spain
Faithful, obedient, lively, hard working
medium Srpski Gonic
From Serbia
Calm, friendly, diligent, vocal
medium Montenegrin Mountain Hound
From Montenegro
Well balanced, attached to master, docile, trustworthy
medium Srpski Trobojni Gonic
From Serbia
Lively, sociable, persistent, friendly
medium Stabyhoun
From Netherlands
Gentle, loyal, intelligent, patient
medium Standard American Eskimo
From United States
Alert, playful, intelligent, friendly
medium Standard Schnauzer
From Germany
Alert, spirited, intelligent, sturdy
medium Stephens Stock Mountain Cur
From United States
Energetic, brave, loyal, focused
medium Styrian Roughhaired Mountain Hound
From Austria
Hardy, determined, friendly, vocal
medium Swedish Lapphund
From Sweden
Friendly, alert, affectionate, lively
medium Swiss Hound (Swiss Laufhund)
From Switzerland
Sociable, calm, persistent, gentle
medium Taiwan Dog
From Taiwan
Loyal, vigilant, intelligent, bold
medium Tangkhul Hui
From India
Alert, loyal, resilient, brave
medium Thai Bangkaew Dog
From Thailand
Alert, intelligent, loyal, watchful
medium Transylvanian Hound
From Hungary
Good-natured, courageous, enduring, quiet
medium Treeing Tennessee Brindle
From United States
Friendly, courageous, intelligent, eager
medium Tyroler Bracke
From Austria
Steady, passionate, independent, enduring
medium Ukrainian Carpathian Hound
From Ukraine
Balanced, calm, slightly cautious, non-aggressive
medium Victorian Bulldog
From United Kingdom
Loyal, gentle, confident, affectionate
medium Welsh Sheepdog
From Wales
Intelligent, loyal, agile, responsive
medium West Siberian Laika
From Russia
Steady, vigorous, self-confident, alert
medium Wetterhoun
From Netherlands
Loyal, reserved, determined, calm
medium Yakutian Laika
From Russia
Bold, lively, friendly, sociable
medium Yugoslavian Hound
From Balkans
Calm, determined, sociable, vocal
How we choose breeds for this list
Breeds categorised as "medium" in the dataset.
Frequently asked questions
What size counts as "medium"? +
Definitions vary between registries. As a rough guide, medium dogs typically weigh 22–55 lb (10–25 kg) and stand 16–22 inches at the shoulder. Our dataset uses normalised buckets.
Are medium dogs good for families? +
Many medium breeds are popular family choices because they are big enough to play robustly with children but not overwhelming. As always, individual breed traits and the specific dog matter more than size alone.