Short-Haired Dog Breeds
Short-haired breeds appeal to households that want a lower grooming baseline. Less brushing, fewer trips to a professional groomer, and shorter hair around the home are the typical advantages. Short coats are not the same as low-shedding, though — several short-haired breeds shed significantly, and short hairs can be surprisingly persistent on fabrics. Check each breed profile for the realistic picture.
338 breeds in this category
large Labrador Retriever
From Canada
Outgoing, eager, biddable, gentle
small French Bulldog
From France
Adaptable, charming, even-tempered
medium Bulldog
From England
Calm, brave, affectionate, steady
small Beagle
From England
Cheerful, curious, amiable, determined
large Rottweiler
From Germany
Confident, watchful, even-tempered, courageous
medium German Shorthaired Pointer
From Germany
Enthusiastic, cooperative, bold, affectionate
large Boxer
From Germany
Playful, loyal, alert, spirited
giant Great Dane
From Germany
Gentle, dependable, watchful, affectionate
large Doberman Pinscher
From Germany
Alert, fearless, intelligent, energetic
small Boston Terrier
From United States
Friendly, bright, amusing, adaptable
large Cane Corso
From Italy
Protective, confident, reserved with strangers, loyal
giant English Mastiff
From England
Dignified, loyal, protective, gentle
medium American Pit Bull Terrier
From United States
Confident, affectionate, driven, tenacious
medium American Staffordshire Terrier
From United States
Loyal, confident, attentive, brave
small Staffordshire Bull Terrier
From England
Clever, courageous, affectionate, bold
large American Bulldog
From United States
Confident, brave, loyal, determined
giant Irish Wolfhound
From Ireland
Gentle, patient, courageous, dignified
large Scottish Deerhound
From Scotland
Courteous, gentle, easygoing, athletic
large Greyhound
From England
Mild, polite, sensitive, athletic
medium Whippet
From England
Gentle, amiable, quick, affectionate
toy Italian Greyhound
From Italy
Affectionate, sensitive, alert, playful
small Basenji
From Central Africa
Smart, curious, independent, poised
medium Pharaoh Hound
From Malta
Friendly, alert, intelligent, athletic
medium Ibizan Hound
From Spain
Athletic, sensitive, playful, polite
large Smooth Collie
From Scotland
Smart, affectionate, attentive, agile
large Belgian Malinois
From Belgium
Focused, driven, confident, alert
medium Australian Cattle Dog (Blue Heeler / Queensland Heeler)
From Australia
Alert, tough, loyal, intense
small Shiba Inu
From Japan
Alert, confident, spirited, reserved
medium Chinese Shar-Pei
From China
Loyal, calm, independent, watchful
small Pug
From China
Charming, mischievous, loving, sturdy
toy Chihuahua
From Mexico
Devoted, alert, bold, lively
small Miniature Pinscher
From Germany
Fearless, curious, lively, bold
small Jack Russell Terrier
From England
Bold, energetic, clever, driven
small Parson Russell Terrier
From England
Alert, lively, confident, intelligent
small Cairn Terrier
From Scotland
Cheerful, alert, independent, tough
small West Highland White Terrier
From Scotland
Friendly, confident, spirited, smart
small Scottish Terrier
From Scotland
Steady, confident, independent, alert
small Wire Fox Terrier
From England
Friendly, bold, quick, assertive
giant Bullmastiff
From England
Loyal, alert, fearless, reserved
giant Neapolitan Mastiff
From Italy
Protective, steady, dignified, watchful
large Dogo Argentino
From Argentina
Courageous, loyal, athletic, determined
large Rhodesian Ridgeback
From Zimbabwe
Even-tempered, athletic, loyal, independent
medium Vizsla
From Hungary
Affectionate, eager, sensitive, energetic
large Weimaraner
From Germany
Energetic, fearless, headstrong, devoted
large Pointer
From England
Even-tempered, hardworking, affectionate, responsive
medium Basset Hound
From France
Easygoing, devoted, patient, stubborn
large Bloodhound
From Belgium
Gentle, persistent, affectionate, independent
large English Foxhound
From England
Genial, active, determined, pack-oriented
large American Foxhound
From United States
Sweet, independent, active, good-natured
large Anatolian Shepherd Dog
From Turkey
Reserved, loyal, independent, steady
large Kangal Dog
From Turkey
Calm, protective, independent, watchful
giant Central Asian Shepherd Dog
From Central Asia
Independent, protective, calm, bold
large Bracco Italiano
From Italy
Affectionate, docile, diligent, sensitive
medium Thai Ridgeback
From Thailand
Independent, alert, strong-willed, loyal
large Catahoula Leopard Dog
From United States
Serious, independent, loyal, intense
medium Plott Hound
From United States
Bold, loyal, alert, driven
large Bluetick Coonhound
From United States
Friendly, determined, vocal, devoted
large Redbone Coonhound
From United States
Even-tempered, eager, affectionate, driven
large Treeing Walker Coonhound
From United States
Active, confident, intelligent, sociable
large Black and Tan Coonhound
From United States
Easygoing, brave, sociable, determined
large American English Coonhound
From United States
Sociable, athletic, persistent, good-natured
small Manchester Terrier
From England
Bright, spirited, observant, loyal
toy Toy Manchester Terrier
From England
Alert, devoted, lively, clever
small Miniature Bull Terrier
From England
Comical, courageous, stubborn, affectionate
large Bull Terrier
From England
Playful, courageous, stubborn, affectionate
small American Hairless Terrier
From United States
Lively, curious, alert, affectionate
small Rat Terrier
From United States
Alert, playful, intelligent, tenacious
toy Chinese Crested
From China
Affectionate, playful, alert, sensitive
toy Affenpinscher
From Germany
Fearless, funny, alert, curious
medium Xoloitzcuintli
From Mexico
Calm, intelligent, loyal, sensitive
medium Peruvian Inca Orchid
From Peru
Gentle, alert, agile, affectionate
large Saluki
From Middle East
Reserved, gentle, independent, fast
large Azawakh
From West Africa
Reserved, loyal, vigilant, elegant
large Sloughi
From North Africa
Reserved, noble, gentle, athletic
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
giant Akbash Dog
From Turkey
Protective, patient, independent, watchful
large Akita (American)
From United States
Loyal, dignified, strong-willed, alert
large Akita Inu (Japanese)
From Japan
Reserved, courageous, loyal, aloof with strangers
large Akitas
From Japan
Loyal, bold, alert, independent
large Alano Espanol
From Spain
Courageous, stable, determined, tolerant
large Alano Español
From Spain
Courageous, stable, determined, tolerant
medium Alapaha Blue Blood Bulldog
From United States
Loyal, watchful, confident, steady
medium Alaskan Husky
From United States
Athletic, focused, social, driven
small Alopekis
From Greece
Calm, companionable, cooperative, loyal
small Alpine Dachsbracke
From Austria
Reliable, determined, sociable, even-tempered
large American Black and Tan Coonhound
From United States
Outgoing, determined, mellow, sociable
large American Blue Gascon Hound
From United States
Steady, determined, amicable, focused
medium American Blue Lacy
From United States
Driven, intelligent, alert, loyal
small American Bullnese
From United States
Affectionate, playful, easygoing, 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
giant American Mastiff
From United States
Steady, loyal, gentle, watchful
medium Appenzell Mountain Dog
From Switzerland
Lively, bold, loyal, diligent
medium Appenzeller
From Switzerland
Alert, energetic, confident, devoted
large Argentine Dogo
From Argentina
Brave, loyal, determined, steady
large Ariege Pointing Dog
From France
Eager, responsive, calm, friendly
medium Ariegeois
From France
Gentle, energetic, amicable, focused
medium Australian Bulldog
From Australia
Friendly, stable, confident, affectionate
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
small Basset Artésien Normand
From France
Sweet, calm, determined, companionable
small Basset Bleu de Gascogne
From France
Even-tempered, sociable, persistent, calm
small Basset Fauve de Bretagne
From France
Merry, determined, friendly, clever
medium Bavarian Mountain Scent Hound
From Germany
Balanced, reserved, devoted, persistent
medium Beagle-Harrier
From France
Friendly, determined, sociable, hardy
large Beauceron
From France
Confident, loyal, watchful, willing
large Belgian Shepherd Malinois
From Belgium
Driven, intelligent, confident, responsive
large Billy
From France
Calm, determined, friendly, resilient
medium Black Mouth Cur
From United States
Brave, loyal, energetic, biddable
medium Black Norwegian Elkhound
From Norway
Alert, bold, friendly, independent
large Bluetick Coonhound
From United States
Determined, mellow, intelligent, friendly
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
large Banjara Hound
From India
Aloof, athletic, loyal, resilient
medium Bedouin Shepherd Dog
From Middle East
Vigilant, loyal, resilient, reserved
small Bench-Legged Feist
From United States
Energetic, keen, loyal, eager
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
giant Boerboel
From South Africa
Protective, confident, stable, loyal
small Border Terrier
From United Kingdom
Plucky, affectionate, game, trainable
medium Braque du Bourbonnais
From France
Affectionate, willing, calm, biddable
large Braque Francais Gascogne
From France
Gentle, cooperative, composed, affectionate
medium Braque Français Pyrenean
From France
Lively, affectionate, responsive, willing
small Brazilian Terrier
From Brazil
Alert, cheerful, smart, spirited
medium Brittany Spaniel
From France
Bright, eager, affectionate, agile
giant Broholmer
From Denmark
Calm, protective, gentle, loyal
medium Buldogue Campeiro
From Brazil
Loyal, courageous, steady, affectionate
giant Bully Kutta
From Pakistan
Dominant, protective, confident, loyal
medium Canaan Dog
From Israel
Alert, vigilant, loyal, independent
medium Canarian Warren Hound
From Spain
Courageous, enthusiastic, dynamic, noble
large Canary Dog
From Canary Islands
Confident, calm, watchful, devoted
large Cane Corso Italiano
From Italy
Loyal, intelligent, protective, athletic
large Mudhol Hound
From India
Reserved, devoted, alert, athletic
medium Carolina Dog
From United States
Loyal, independent, alert, gentle
large Chart Polski
From Poland
Reserved, loyal, courageous, independent
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
large Chinook
From United States
Gentle, willing, calm, athletic
medium Chippiparai
From India
Loyal, alert, intelligent, independent
large Hortaya Borzaya
From Russia
Calm, neutral-friendly, independent, enduring
medium Chuandong Hound
From China
Alert, devoted, bold, intense
large Cimarron Uruguayo
From Uruguay
Brave, loyal, confident, determined
medium Cirneco dellEtna
From Italy
Lively, gentle, attentive, independent
large Cao de Castro Laboreiro
From Portugal
Brave, aloof, loyal, vigilant
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
large Czechoslovakian Vlcak
From Czech Republic
Alert, courageous, intelligent, intense
large Czechoslovakian Wolfdog
From Czech Republic
Loyal, fearless, independent, energetic
large Cão de Castro Laboreiro
From Portugal
Brave, aloof, loyal, vigilant
medium Cão de Fila de São Miguel
From Azores
Protective, confident, intense, loyal
medium Dalmatian
From Croatia
Outgoing, smart, active, loyal
giant Danish Broholmer
From Denmark
Calm, loyal, watchful, friendly
small Danish-Swedish Farmdog
From Denmark
Friendly, lively, attentive, willing
large Deutsch Drahthaar
From Germany
Hardy, trainable, determined, loyal
medium Deutsche Bracke
From Germany
Friendly, persistent, balanced, social
medium Dingo
From Australia
Alert, resourceful, wary, intelligent
large Doberman
From Germany
Confident, alert, loyal, energetic
giant Dogue de Bordeaux
From France
Loyal, brave, affectionate, dignified
small Drever
From Sweden
Even-tempered, determined, friendly, calm
medium Dunker
From Norway
Calm, friendly, diligent, social
medium English Bulldog
From England
Gentle, brave, loyal, easygoing
large English Coonhound
From United States
Outgoing, determined, good-natured, energetic
large English Pointer
From England
Friendly, driven, even-tempered, responsive
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
giant Fila Brasileiro
From Brazil
Protective, loyal, determined, wary
medium Finnish Hound
From Finland
Calm, persistent, social, even-tempered
giant French Mastiff
From France
Loyal, brave, affectionate, dignified
large French Tricolor Hound
From France
Sociable, persistent, calm, obedient
large French White and Black Hound
From France
Calm, obedient, sociable, determined
large French White and Orange Hound
From France
Sociable, steady, willing, enduring
large Galgo Espaol
From Spain
Calm, loyal, sensitive, swift
large Galgo Español
From Spain
Gentle, loyal, quiet, swift
medium Gammel Dansk Hønsehund
From Denmark
Calm, willing, reliable, affectionate
large Gascon Saintongeois
From France
Steady, sociable, determined, gentle
small German Hunt Terrier
From Germany
Tenacious, bold, intelligent, energetic
medium German Pinscher
From Germany
Alert, spirited, intelligent, confident
large German Rough-Haired Pointing Dog
From Germany
Calm, reliable, determined, affectionate
medium German Spitz (Giant)
From Germany
Alert, loyal, spirited, confident
small German Spitz (Medium)
From Germany
Lively, attentive, affectionate, bold
toy German Spitz (Small)
From Germany
Bright, devoted, vocal, playful
large Giant Schnauzer
From Germany
Bold, intelligent, protective, driven
small Glen of Imaal Terrier
From Ireland
Spirited, patient, loyal, brave
large Grand Anglo-Français Blanc et Noir
From France
Steady, sociable, persistent, calm
large Grand Anglo-Français Blanc et Orange
From France
Calm, obedient, social, determined
large Grand Anglo-Français Tricolore
From France
Sociable, persistent, even-tempered, resilient
large Grand Anglo-Français Blanc et Noir
From France
Steady, sociable, persistent, calm
large Grand Anglo-Français Blanc et Orange
From France
Calm, obedient, social, determined
large Grand Anglo-Français Tricolore
From France
Sociable, persistent, even-tempered, resilient
large Grand Bleu de Gascogne
From France
Calm, determined, sociable, steady
large Grand Gascon Saintongeois
From France
Steady, sociable, persistent, calm
large Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
From Switzerland
Faithful, alert, gentle, confident
medium Greek Hound
From Greece
Determined, friendly, steady, focused
large Grosser Münsterländer Vorstehhund
From Germany
Trainable, lively, affectionate, keen
large Grosser Münsterländer Vorstehhund (Alt)
From Germany
Trainable, lively, affectionate, keen
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
large Hungarian Wire-Haired Pointing Dog
From Hungary
Gentle, eager, intelligent, trainable
medium Hygenhund
From Norway
Calm, determined, friendly, reserved
small Indian Spitz
From India
Alert, playful, intelligent, loyal
small Irish Glen of Imaal Terrier
From Ireland
Gentle, courageous, patient, game
medium Irish Terrier
From Ireland
Bold, affectionate, spirited, loyal
medium Istrian Shorthaired Hound
From Croatia
Gentle, determined, sociable, focused
small Jagdterrier
From Germany
Tenacious, bold, intelligent, energetic
large Japanese Akitainu
From Japan
Dignified, courageous, reserved, loyal
toy Japanese Spaniel (Chin)
From Japan
Charming, sensitive, playful, alert
small Japanese Spitz
From Japan
Lively, affectionate, alert, intelligent
small Japanese Terrier
From Japan
Clever, lively, loyal, alert
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 Kelb tal-Fenek
From Malta
Friendly, playful, athletic, sensitive
medium Kelpie
From Australia
Smart, intense, eager, devoted
large Kerry Beagle
From Ireland
Energetic, free-spirited, determined, social
toy King Charles Spaniel
From England
Gentle, loving, playful, reserved
small Kokoni
From Greece
Lively, cheerful, smart, loyal
medium Koolie
From Australia
Alert, eager, intelligent, loyal
giant Dosa Inu
From South Korea
Gentle, loyal, calm, attached
small Kromfohrlander
From Germany
Friendly, lively, affectionate, intelligent
large Kunming Dog
From China
Loyal, alert, confident, intelligent
large Labrador
From Canada
Outgoing, eager, biddable, gentle
small Lancashire Heeler
From United Kingdom
Alert, smart, cheerful, confident
medium Latvian Hound
From Latvia
Determined, friendly, calm, sociable
medium Lithuanian Hound
From Lithuania
Even-tempered, resilient, active, persistent
large Louisiana Catahoula Leopard Dog
From United States
Independent, energetic, loyal, focused
small Lundehund
From Norway
Alert, curious, affectionate, independent
large Magyar Agar
From Hungary
Calm, loyal, reserved, fast
large Mahratta Hound
From India
Reserved, brave, agile, loyal
large Majorca Shepherd Dog
From Spain
Protective, loyal, serious, independent
large Malinois
From Belgium
Driven, intelligent, confident, responsive
small Manchester Terrier (Standard)
From England
Bright, spirited, loyal, keen
toy Manchester Terrier (Toy)
From England
Alert, affectionate, playful, keen
medium McNab
From United States
Loyal, intelligent, protective, energetic
medium Mexican Hairless
From Mexico
Calm, intelligent, loyal, sensitive
toy Miniature Fox Terrier
From Australia
Fearless, bold, playful, loyal
medium Mountain Cur
From United States
Brave, energetic, intelligent, devoted
small Mountain Feist
From United States
Alert, lively, loyal, keen
small New Guinea Singing Dog
From Papua New Guinea
Alert, curious, independent, vocal
large New Zealand Huntaway
From New Zealand
Energetic, vocal, loyal, trainable
small Norrbottenspets
From Sweden
Alert, friendly, agile, lively
medium Norwegian Hound
From Norway
Calm, friendly, determined, social
medium Old Danish Chicken Dog
From Denmark
Calm, reliable, affectionate, willing
giant Old English Mastiff
From England
Docile, courageous, loyal, dignified
medium Olde English Bulldogge
From United States
Loyal, confident, stable, affectionate
large Gull Dong
From Pakistan
Dominant, brave, loyal, intense
medium Gull Terrier
From Pakistan
Courageous, determined, loyal, intense
small Patterdale Terrier
From England
Fearless, tenacious, lively, loyal
medium Patti
From India
Watchful, loyal, brave, adaptable
large Perdiguero de Burgos
From Spain
Gentle, biddable, steady, affectionate
medium Pachón Navarro
From Spain
Docile, calm, intelligent, sociable
large Perro Cimarron
From Uruguay
Brave, loyal, confident, determined
large Perro de Pastor Mallorquin
From Spain
Protective, loyal, serious, independent
large Perro de Presa Canario
From Canary Islands
Calm, powerful, watchful, loyal
medium Perro de Presa Mallorquin
From Spain
Protective, steady, confident, loyal
medium Perro Dogo Mallorquin
From Spain
Loyal, calm, courageous, protective
small Perro Ratonero Andaluz
From Spain
Alert, cheerful, agile, affectionate
medium Peruvian Inca Orchid (Pio)
From Peru
Gentle, alert, affectionate, sensitive
medium Petit Bleu de Gascogne
From France
Calm, sociable, determined, gentle
toy Petit Brabançon
From Belgium
Affectionate, alert, sensitive, playful
medium Petit Gascon Saintongeois
From France
Steady, sociable, determined, calm
medium Phu Quoc Ridgeback Dog
From Phu Quoc Island, Vietnam
Alert, friendly, agile, independent
small Plummer Terrier
From United Kingdom
Bright, alert, determined, self-confident
large Podenco Ibicenco
From Spain
Gentle, agile, playful, independent
large Poitevin
From France
Sociable, determined, energetic, courteous
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
small Portuguese Podengo Pequeno
From Portugal
Playful, alert, friendly, hardy
medium Portuguese Pointer
From Portugal
Gentle, eager, sociable, steady
medium Posavac Hound
From Croatia
Calm, sociable, persistent, gentle
toy Prazsky Krysavik
From Czech Republic
Cheerful, alert, friendly, brave
large Presa Canario
From Canary Islands
Confident, calm, watchful, devoted
large Pudelpointer
From Germany
Intelligent, eager, steady, affectionate
large Rajapalayam
From India
Loyal, courageous, reserved, alert
large Rampur Hound
From India
Loyal, courageous, calm, independent
medium Rastreador Brasileiro
From Brazil
Calm, determined, sociable, obedient
large Redbone Coonhound
From United States
Even-tempered, eager, friendly, determined
small Russell Terrier
From England, Australia
Alert, lively, active, keen
large Russian Pied Hound
From Russia
Friendly, determined, energetic, sociable
large Russian Hound
From Russia
Calm, balanced, persistent, social
toy Russian Toy (Moscow Toy Terrier)
From Russia
Cheerful, alert, sensitive, playful
medium Sabueso Español
From Spain
Calm, persistent, friendly, vocal
medium Sabueso Español (Alt)
From Spain
Calm, persistent, friendly, vocal
medium Schiller Hound
From Sweden
Friendly, energetic, determined, sociable
medium Segugio Italiano
From Italy
Steady, eager, gentle, sociable
medium Serbian Hound
From Serbia
Calm, friendly, diligent, vocal
medium Slovensky Kopov (Slovakian Hound)
From Slovakia
Determined, calm, friendly, diligent
medium Smalandsstovare
From Sweden
Calm, friendly, faithful, keen
medium Small Swiss Hound
From Switzerland
Friendly, calm, diligent, social
small Smooth Fox Terrier
From England
Alert, fearless, friendly, quick
medium Spanish Hound
From Spain
Affectionate, calm, brave, courageous
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
large St Germain Pointing Dog
From France
Gentle, willing, calm, affectionate
medium Stephens Stock Mountain Cur
From United States
Energetic, brave, loyal, focused
medium Swiss Hound (Swiss Laufhund)
From Switzerland
Sociable, calm, persistent, gentle
large Taigan
From Kyrgyzstan
Independent, loyal, persistent, resilient
medium Taiwan Dog
From Taiwan
Loyal, vigilant, intelligent, bold
medium Tangkhul Hui
From India
Alert, loyal, resilient, brave
large Tasy
From Russia
Calm, loyal, sensitive, aloof
small Teddy Roosevelt Terrier
From United States
Lively, loyal, smart, playful
small Telomian
From Malaysia
Alert, loyal, intelligent, active
small Tenterfield Terrier
From Australia
Cheerful, alert, affectionate, bold
giant Tosa
From Japan
Quiet, courageous, loyal, reserved
toy Toy Fox Terrier
From United States
Intelligent, alert, friendly, loyal
medium Transylvanian Hound
From Hungary
Good-natured, courageous, enduring, quiet
medium Treeing Tennessee Brindle
From United States
Friendly, courageous, intelligent, eager
large Tuareg Sloughi
From North Africa
Reserved, loyal, sensitive, swift
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
large Villano de las Encartaciones
From Spain
Brave, loyal, alert, determined
small Westphalian Dachsbracke
From Germany
Faithful, friendly, serious, alert
medium Yugoslavian Hound
From Balkans
Calm, determined, sociable, vocal
How we choose breeds for this list
Coat length rating ≤ 2.
Frequently asked questions
Do short-haired dogs shed less? +
Not necessarily. Many short-haired breeds shed prolifically; shedding depends on the coat type and not just the length.