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What’s the Best Breed for You?
Psychologist Stanley Coren, author of The Wisdom of Dogs and Why We Love the Dogs We Do, suggests breeds that might best suit your lifestyle.
For couch-potato couples… Lazier toy breeds, like the Maltese
For playful/energetic couples… Golden retrievers
For couples allergic to dander… Dogs with hair, like poodles
For couples who like independent dogs… Terriers
For couples who want dogs they can shower with attention… Toy dogs, like Pomeranians, or sporting dogs, like spaniels
For couples looking for kid-friendly dogs… Retrievers, spaniels or toy dogs
For couples with cottages… Newfoundlands
For outdoorsy couples… Greyhounds
For couples looking for cat-friendly dogs… Spaniels and retrievers
For couples living in apartments… Toy dogs, like the Pekingese
Photo by Venessa Nina taken at Brooklyn BowWow.