Breeds

Non-Sporting breeds

Honest profiles for popular breeds — what they need day to day, who they fit, and what to watch for.

Breed Match

All Herding Hound Non-Sporting Sporting Terrier Toy Working

Non-Sporting

Bichon Frise

Cheerful, sturdy for a small companion, and famously low-shedding, the Bichon Frise thrives on human company and professional-level coat care — a happy apartment dog when grooming is taken seriously.

Small Moderate energy

Non-Sporting

Boston Terrier

Compact, tuxedo-coated, and often comically expressive, the Boston Terrier is a friendly American companion breed that suits city life — with the breathing and eye-care realities of a short-faced dog.

Small Moderate energy

Non-Sporting

Bulldog

The Bulldog is a low-key, people-loving companion with iconic looks — and significant health and climate-care responsibilities that every prospective owner should take seriously.

Medium Low energy

Non-Sporting

Dalmatian

Iconic, athletic, and people-oriented, the Dalmatian is a high-energy coaching dog that needs real daily outlets — plus owners ready for shedding, training consistency, and breed-aware health literacy.

Medium High energy

Non-Sporting

French Bulldog

America’s most popular breed for several years running, the French Bulldog is a compact, affectionate companion built for city life — with important breathing and heat-care caveats every owner should know.

Small Moderate energy

Non-Sporting

Poodle

Poodles are athletic, highly trainable, and famously low-shedding — a versatile family of sizes that rewards grooming commitment and daily mental work.

Medium High energy

Non-Sporting

Shiba Inu

Clean, catlike, and famously independent, the Shiba Inu is a spirited Japanese spitz that rewards experienced, patient owners — and frustrates anyone expecting a soft, eager-to-please companion.

Small Moderate energy