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>> Narrator: Over 60 MILLION households in the US currently have at least one dog!
It’s time you join the millions of people around the world in this wonderful journey!
Well, choosing your first dog is never easy.
Thankfully some breeds are much easier for first-time dog owners than others.
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breed lists.
The First Breed On Our List Is The Golden Retriever
Goldens are among the most popular breeds and might be the perfect dog breed!
They aren’t needy, and they tend to be outgoing and friendly towards kids, adults, and cats
alike!
You’ll often catch your Golden laying on the sofa next to you (or even on you), as
they love relaxing!
Don’t let that fool you though!
They are still energetic and very active, in fact, Goldens usually need a decent amount
of exercise to keep them in great physical shape.
In terms of grooming, they’ll need frequent brushing to keep their double coat looking
its best.
Goldens thrive on learning and you can easily train them to do a number of things.
Lastly, the average life span of a Golden Retriever is around 10 -12 years.
The Second Breed On Our List Is The Labrador Retriever
Labs are excellent family companions that are often compared and confused with Golden
Retrievers because of their several shared traits.
And just like Golden Retrievers, Labs are great at learning and can be trained to do
almost anything.
Although they might need to exercise for at least 1 hour a day as an adult, you will still
be able to snuggle up when the day is done and relax together.
Without their required amount of exercise they will become very destructive and restless.
And as far as grooming goes, Labs shed more than other dogs since they have a double coat.
So make sure you have a good grooming and house cleaning routine in place.
Lastly, the average life span of a Labrador Retriever is around 10 -14 years.
The Third Breed On Our List Is The Poodle
The Poodle is one of the more recognizable, popular, and versatile dog breeds.
There are three sizes of Poodle: Toy, Miniature, or Standard.
But regardless of the size, Poodles are a great dog for beginners.
They have good temperaments and are known to be one of the easiest breeds to train.
Poodles love being with their owners and, they make excellent exercise partners, as
well as cuddle buddies.
Interestingly enough, Poodles are actually one of the few breeds that don’t shed. Making
them a great option for people with sensitivities to regular dogs.
They do require about an hour of exercise as an adult so make sure they get that.
Also, Poodles are good family dogs and can be very friendly with children as well as
cats and other dogs.
Lastly, the average life span of a Poodle is around 12 -15 years.
The Fourth Breed On Our List Is The Bichon Frise
Bichons are a very popular breed of dog, favored by both experienced and new owners alike.
As with other popular breeds, they have excellent temperaments and make amazing companions to
the family.
Bichons are fairly easy to train and will adapt well to any lifestyle or environment
you raise and train them in.
They are known to be very low maintenance, requiring only frequent grooming, as well
as a daily walk.
You’ll have to be ready to dedicate the time and finances to regular groomer visits
for your Bichon.
This breed has a notoriously curly coat that must be trimmed regularly and brushed carefully.
Lastly, the average life span of a Bichon Frise is around 12 -15 years.
The Fifth Breed On Our List Is The Yorkshire Terrier
Independence is vital for first-time dog owners since they might not know how to occupy a
more dependent dog.
Yorkies, however, are incredibly independent, intelligent, and courageous dogs.
Usually, a small dog like a Yorkshire Terrier is ideal for first-time owners, since smaller
dogs generally don't require the same level of maintenance as larger dogs.
For the most part, they don't need a ton of support outside of the standard for walks.
They aren’t very easy to train though, and housebreaking can be difficult with this breed.
Coat-wise, they have a variety of coat lengths from being very short and curly, to long and
thin like human hair.
Lastly, the average life span of a Yorkie is 13 to 16 years.
The Sixth Breed On Our List Is The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are social, affectionate, and patient dogs.
For the most part, they're not high maintenance dogs and are very loving toward their owners.
Both females and males are approximately the same sizes, which is uncommon for most dog
breeds.
Coat-wise, they have thin, yet long fur that tends to be a color variation of white and
brown.
Lastly, the average life span of a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is 9 to 14 years.
The Seventh Breed On Our List Is The Pug
Who doesn't love Pugs?
On top of being one of the most unique dog breeds, Pugs are great low maintenance dogs
for first-time owners.
They’re small, charming, and smart dogs that were bred to be your companion.
They are more interested in snuggling and loving you than ANYTHING else!
And they are a great choice for families with children because they aren’t as delicate
as other small dogs.
Although they're a bit stubborn, the right amount of affection and walks will ensure
pure happiness.
Just know this, Pugs do require exercise but if you live in a hot environment don’t keep
them outside for too long or they will overheat.
You should also clean out your Pug’s face wrinkles as they can collect bacteria and
cause quite a problem.
Lastly, the average life span of a Pug is 12 to 15 years.
The Eighth Breed On Our List Is The Whippet
Whippets are one of the most unique looking dog breeds.
And also one of the friendliest which as a new dog owner you should look for.
In fact, Whippets are known for being bad watchdogs because they have a very low tendency
to bark and are super friendly.
These traits also make Whippets a great choice for people who live in apartments.
Although they may love you, they do have a strong prey drive and are very averse to cats.
Make sure you get your adult Whippet at least 40 minutes of exercise a day.
And when you do walk them keep them on a leash or else they will chase and maybe even kill
other small wild animals.
Lastly, the average life span of a Whippet is 12 to 15 years.
The Ninth Breed On Our List Is The Bernese Mountain Dog
Although their appearance might come off a bit intimidating, Bernese Mountain Dogs are
sweethearts who are a great fit for first-time dog owners.
They’re loyal, faithful, and intelligent dogs that’ll fit well with just about any
family situation.
They are also great learners and are easy to train. Just make sure you treat them with
kindness when training them as negative reinforcement will not work.
These are beautiful dogs with long double coats, just make sure you brush it often to
keep it clean and looking its best.
Keep in mind females tend to be a bit smaller than males if their size is a deciding factor
for you.
Lastly, the average life span of a Bernese Mountain Dog is 6 to 8 years.
The Tenth Breed On Our List Is The Great Dane
Generally speaking, we all know and love Great Danes.
They are quite literally gentle GIANTS!
They are physically intimidating, yet still kind and loving to their family if you have
one.
This friendly, yet low-energy attitude can be good for first-time dog owners that are
overwhelmed by energetic dogs.
Make sure you have enough space for them though. As they won’t do well with apartments and
are much better suited to homes.
To keep them happy you should bring them outside often and let them enjoy roaming free. For
a dog their size, the outdoors is the best place to stretch their legs.
Their coat tends to be exceptionally light with a solid color of black, gray, or blue.
Lastly, the average life span of a Great Dane is 8 to 10 years.
The Final Breed On Our List Is The Papillon
Don't let the miniature frame of this breed fool you.
The Papillon is a feisty little dog that is capable of being both an active dog and a
lap dog.
The minimum amount of exercise needed per day for an adult is 30 minutes.
This breed is also easy to train and only requires a moderate amount of grooming.
This is not a good choice for families with young children as they are very fragile.
Lastly, the average life span of a Papillon is around 13 -15 years.
Let us know which breed you want to get next or what you think about our list!
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