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10 Best Dog Breeds Of All TimeGiftCardRescue.com is excited to announce their #Gofetch Video Contest and to get
everyone in the spirit here is a list of the 10 Best Dog Breeds according to BusinessInsider.
Portuguese Water Dog
Portuguese water dogs were originally bred to herd fish, retrieve lost tackle or broken nets,
and act as couriers from ship to shore.
They’re good for people with allergies and make excellent companions since they are
loving, independent, intelligent, and easy to train.
Portuguese water dogs also enjoy being petted and are friendly with strangers. Just be
warned that like many larger dogs, boredom can cause them to become destructive.
Newfoundland Dog
Known as “nature’s babysitter,” Newfoundland Dogs are the absolute sweetest. Perhaps the
best-known Newfoundland is the fictional Nana from “Peter Pan,” who was so wonderful
with children.
These gentle giants are highly loyal and easy to train, and are legendary for their docile
temper.
Newfoundland dogs are also strong swimmers, and the breed was trained to rescue people
from drowning — one dog even famously saved Napoleon Bonaparte.
Maltese
One of the most ancient of the toy breeds, Maltese dogs were bred to be sweet and adoring
of their owners. The Greeks even erected tombs for their Maltese dogs, and in Elizabethan
times, they were called “The Comforter” because it was believed they could relieve pain and
cure illness.
Maltese dogs are also extremely hypoallergenic, with silky coats that don’t shed.
And because of their size, these dogs are good for apartment living, too.
Golden Retrievers
Goldens are sweet, loyal, and incredible companion dogs. They’d rather be sleeping at your
feet then running around outside without you.
They’re also very even-tempered, especially with small children. Goldens make great
service and comfort dogs because of their friendly and tolerant attitudes.
Plus they were bred to retrieve ducks and other fowl for hunters, so if you like playing fetch,
this is the dog for you.
Huskies
Siberian huskies are stunning animals, with their thick fur coat and piercing eyes. Most
people who choose a Husky do so for their extraordinary beauty.
Huskies are good natured dogs who are affectionate with children. They shed minimally,
except for twice a year when they blow out their coat, and don’t have the typical “dog odor”
that bigger breeds tend to have.
Huskies are not considered a great breed for first-time dog owners, since they need a lot of
attention, exercise, and are very good as escaping and running away.
Poodles
Poodles get a bad rap. But they’re easy to train since they’re so intelligent, and are lively,
fun-loving, and loyal family dogs.
Poodles can be attention seekers, so don’t be surprised if this people-oriented breed is
constantly with you.
They’re also protective of their families and homes, and can become aggressive with people
outside the family or with other dogs.
Beagles
Because of their intelligence, Beagles are used by law enforcement at airports to sniff
baggage for items that are not permitted. Due to their friendly nature and appearance,
Beagles don’t worry passengers.
This breed also has a lack of inherited health problems, and an even temper which is good
for families and small children.
The most common reason Beagles are abandoned or turned over to the pound is because
their owners couldn’t stand their howling. This can be controlled by training your dog early
to avoid excessive barking.
German Shepherds
A relatively new breed (they date back to 1899), German Shepherds are exceptional
animals: Courageous, obedient, incredibly loyal, and eager to learn.
German Shepherds are very intelligent too, and excel at most anything they’re trained to do.
They’re usually used as service dogs and police dogs to protect officers and locate drugs or
human remains.
German Shepherds love their humans so much that they will suffer from separation anxiety,
and can become destructive when bored alone at home.
Pembroke Welsh Corgis
Corgis have a cult-like following mainly due to their playful and sweet personalities.
According to Welsh mythology, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi was even the transportation
mode of choice for fairies.
Though they can be shy with strangers, Corgis are good with children and have a strong
desire to please their owners.
They’re also one of the silliest-looking dogs, with huge ears, a long torso, and a big butt.
Just monitor their food intake closely since this breed is prone to overeating.
Labrador Retrievers
There’s a reason why Labs are the most popular breed in Australia, Canada, New Zealand,
the United Kingdom, as well as here in the U.S. They are devoted and obedient and have
even temperaments that make them good with both children and other animals.
Bred to be eager to please and playful companions, Labs are smart and commonly chosen
as guide dogs and service dogs for blind or autistic individuals.
They also make understanding therapy dogs, and can be trained to aid law enforcement
and other official agencies by screening and detection work.
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