Dogs That Are Naturally Calm

Many pet owners love having a companion that they can run and play with, but others may prefer a more laid-back dog. Calm dogs are ideal for pet owners with busy schedules, older people and families with small children who could be hurt by hyperactive animals. Whether or not you want a small or large breed of dog, you can find one calm enough to meet your needs.

  1. Black Russian Terrier

    • Black Russian terriers are black, fluffy dogs that typically weigh between 80 lb. and 140 lb. These terriers are loyal to their owners and like to be near them, but they are usually laid back and restful. Black Russian terriers always keep an eye out ,so they can offer protection.

    Mastiffs

    • Mastiffs are naturally calm dogs with expressive, wrinkled faces. They love to simply lie around and relax, though they are loving and happy in temperament. Mastiffs sometimes reach 170 lb. and stand as tall as 30 inches. While they look muscular and intimidating, mastiffs are quiet and docile.

    Newfoundlands

    • Newfoundlands are furry dogs with dark brown or black coats and saggy mouths. They are large and can weigh as much as 180 lb. Newfoundlands do not react in a hyper manner around anyone, even people they have just met. They like to rest frequently and enjoy the company of their families.

    Basset Hounds

    • Basset hounds are known for their humorous appearance, as they have short legs and extremely long ears. Basset hounds usually weigh somewhere around 50 lb. and love to rest most of the time. They rarely react negatively to people and they are patient with those who don't understand how they like to play.

    Pugs

    • Pugs have expressive black faces and usually weigh around 15-20 lb. Small and somewhat energetic as puppies, pugs get continually calmer as they age. Pugs are loving toward their owners and come with light and dark coats. They are always in good moods and fail to let anything going on around them bother them.

    Biewer Yorkie

    • Biewers weigh around 7 or 8 lb. and have long hair. While they like their owners to pay a lot of attention to them, they stay calm and relaxed most of the time. The only time they are not calm is if they sense someone is a threat to their family.