Athletic but lazy medium sized dog breed?

Question

Hello, I'm going to be adopting a dog in around 6 months and I'm trying to do as much research as I can.
I'm 20 years old, and I will be living in a decent sized house with a yard, and no small children. I have a serious infatuation with dogs and I would LOVE a big rambunctious breed like a german shepherd or australian shepherd, but I simply do not have the time to train these dogs properly, on account of their need for serious mental stability in order to avoid behavioral problems. I'm active and I like to go for walks and jogs, so I want a dog that can play around with me and accompany me on walks, but I also want a dog that will be content with simple training every day, and an abundance of toys. Preferably a dog that doesn't have separation anxiety because I will be working or attending classes for certain parts of the day, but will always be home at the appropriate hours to walk, play with, and take the dog out. I want a medium to small sized breed that I can still wrestle with to unwind from my stressful work/class days, and a lifelong companion.

I would also like a favorably loyal dog, one who will be alert when there may be strangers or guests approaching my house.
Thanks for the help!

Answer 1

You sound like the perfect owner for an adult mutt. You don't want anything too specific, but you've got some good general guidelines. Have you considered inquiring at your local shelter? Individual personality is more important than breed if you're getting an adult. For example, my Golden Retriever is low/medium energy and aloof, but overly friendly, hyperactive Goldens are far more common.



A mix of one of the sporting breeds (retrievers, spaniels) would be a better idea than a terrier or herding breed, as they are typically more prey driven and energetic.

Answer 2

Medium Sized Athletic Dogs

Answer 3

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I wouldn't say that the breed needs to be "extremely active". I know "extremely active" dogs that go for 7-10 mile runs EVERY DAY, not just on the weekends, and come home full of energy... I wish I could do that....... I like Newfoundlands. I know it's a tattoo shop, but Newfies are the stereotypical "greeter" dogs on farms. They are big and fluffy, which attracts friends, but pretty frickin huge, so they scare off the people who's intentions aren't so nice (not saying you want a guard dog, but that's what I've been told is the reasoning for them being a typical farm dog). Although I don't know how they'd handle 7 mile runs. OOH, great dane! Those dogs are gorgeous. You know what else comes to mind, greyhounds. Those dogs are the laziest things on the planet if you let them, and they will happily lay around your shop for hours on end, but will be just as happy to run to the end of the Earth and back with you, too.

Answer 4

I would go for a Labrador. They are one of the easiest to train, very good for people who like to exercise and are pretty content with toys. They are a pretty big breed weighing up to about 55-85 pounds. Labs get over separation anxiety exceptionally fast and are very loyal. Don't forget you must exercise these dogs, whether running or playing or wrestling, they are an active breed.

If you are interested in this breed and want to learn more, search Labrador Retriever up on google.



Good luck on finding a dog!

Answer 5

I suggest a Cocker Spaniel, or a Springer Spaniel(slightly larger)



I have a Cocker and he is just wonderful. He's loving and loyal and very gentle, but he's super playful. I can wrestle with him, play chase, tug, run, walk and even hide and seek.

When we go out for a walk, or play, he's very energetic and can keep going for hours. But when he's at home, he's more than happy to curl up and nap, or quietly watch out the window.



My Charlie does have separation anxiety, but it's only because he grew up with another dog and two other people and when i moved out I had to leave him for more than a month.

With most dogs, they really only have separation anxiety if your routine changes drastically. If you're going to be out working or studying from the time you adopt - your dog will be used to it and won't be bothered.



It's similar when it comes to training, as long as everyone in the house knows the rules for the dog and acts the same towards it, the dog will learn quickly. (Charlie learned to sit, wait, lie down and come to his name very quickly. He'll sit and wait to eat any food I give him, but he'll never go for it until he's released)



He is usually very quiet, but if someone comes to the door he'll let out a couple of barks(He sounds much bigger than he is, so he's good for security).



He weighs 20kg, and he's about 45cm tall(big for a cocker, small for a springer)

Answer 6

Australian shepherds are easy to train. They do like to nip and chew which can easily be fixed with chew toys. ENGLISH cocker spaniels(don't mistake it for an American cocker ever!!!!!!) Are energetic due to their hunting lines. They are sensitive so becoming frustrated when training will make things much worse. They are 27-35lbs. Any spaniel ranging in from 30-50lbs would be good for your lifestyle. But the only prob. Is you would need to shave him in summer time so he doesn't get hot and you would also have to brush him daily which takes about 20minutes. Smaller dog(1-25lbs) tend to be stubborn and hard to train. Plus they have major biting problems.hope I helped

Answer 7

An English Bulldog would work well, they love to sleep and play. Only drawback is the life span is about 10 years give or take.

Answer 8

i would say get a lab they are easy to train because they are smart they are also athletic so they would love to jog with you. They are very loyal.

Answer 9

A golden retreiver would be a good dog for you. Another good dog is a labradoodle but I don`t know if they are athletic or lazy.

Answer 10

chinese crested :D they are naked but will be calm when they need to be also silky terriors, everyone says little dogs are yappy but that depends on the owner and silkies are well behaved, also great danes are well behaved but they have hip and leg problems

Answer 11

I would recommend a golden retriever.

Answer 12

the border collie comes to mind. Theres a few dogs like that but few and far between. poodles are decent about that when they aren't pups anymore.

Answer 13

A Labrador retriever would be perfect for you! :D

Answer 14

blood hound

Answer 15

athletic but lazy?

thats called an oxymoron...

you moron