AKC-MarketplaceFor all the dog lovers out there, it is pretty obvious that these animals require a ton of attention, love and a strong sense of responsibility. Anyone who is planning on getting a dog realizes that their lives are about to change for the better.
Choosing the right breed for yourself takes a lot of time, research and puppy visits. You want to know which one is the best match with your lifestyle and personality. If you live with a partner or family it’s important to take that into consideration too.
If you work a crazy amount of hours and are alone, you probably would want a very different breed than someone who is, say, retired. There are certain dogs that require more attention than others. Here are the 7 breeds that require the most attention:
1. The Australian Shepard is a breed that is prone to getting separation anxiety when left alone for long periods of time.
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They do best with an active and attentive owner. Their real purpose is to be used as stock dogs and they were originally ranch dogs. They are all about that farm life!
Dog-Breeds-List2. Labrador Retrievers are probably one of the most lovable dog breeds. They do really well with families and small children.
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The more love and human interaction this breed gets, the better. If you think you will be leaving for a while, put this pup in a daycare.
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3. The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel was originally a lap dog. It enjoys being around constant human interaction and barely ever being left to be on its own.
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Because of this, they require constant human interaction. They may not be the most active dogs, but they do love being held and being near their owners.
Wikipedia4. Border Collies are known to be one of the smartest breeds out there. This breed has been working alongside humans for many, many years.
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If this breed does not get the proper human attention they can become destructive. They need to be stimulated as much as possible and they need to be around people.
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5. The Brussels Griffon is a toy breed that is known to be the perfect lap dog and companion. They always have a need to be with their owners.
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In order for these dogs to stay happy, they need to be around human interaction. They are naturally happy and if left alone for a long time, their mood changes.
Vetstreet.com6. The German Shorthaired Pointer was naturally a hunting dog and is actually still used for this purpose today. It is classified as a sporting dog breed and is extremely active.
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For this reason, this breed is prone to separation anxiety and needs to be around their owners as often as possible. Also, they need exercise and the outdoors quite a lot, so choose carefully!
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7. Another hunting dog is the Cocker Spaniel breed. Both the English and American varieties were bred as hunting dogs and are great family dogs.
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For this reason, they are more prone to separation anxiety. They make great lap dogs and do best in a familial environment. Even if they are just sleeping near your feet.
About-Cocker-SpanielsDogs, in general, require a ton of love and attention, but these 7 breeds definitely require it more than the others.
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If you are thinking about getting a dog and live a life that can dedicate an extra amount of time to a pet, then these breeds might definitely be for you!
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