Dogs That Lve Other Dogs: These are the 10 breeds of adorable dog that get on well with other pooches - including the loving Labrador đ¶
If youâre looking to have more than one dog in your household â or want a pet that will get on well with your friendsâ pups â these breeds are a good choice.
A huge number of us decided to welcome new puppies into our homes in the last couple of years â Kennel Club figures show dog ownership soared and post-lockdown demand for four-legged friends remains high.
There are a whopping 221 different breeds of pedigree dog to choose from, alongside numerous crossbreeds, so thereâs plenty of thinking to do before you select your familyâs latest addition.
One thing to take into consideration is whether you already have a dog at home, with certain breeds far more happy to socialise with other pooches.
Meanwhile, others just like being left by themselves and will find sharing your house â and you â with a rival a bit of a trial.
Here are the 10 breeds that get on best with other dogs, according to the American Kennel Club.
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1. Cocker Spaniel
The sporty Springer Spaniel is hugely sociable by nature. A typical Springer will get on equally well with humans, dogs and other animals - even cats!
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2. Boston Terrier
Boston Terriers are filled with so much energy it's a good idea to have a regular canine playdate set up so they can burn off some of their excitement.
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3. Corgi
Both the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Pembroke Welsh Corgi were originally bred to herd animals, so don't be surprised if they try their innate skills to round up other animals on the daily walk. They are also pack dogs, so like being in a group, and can keep up with the fittest of larger, despite their diminutive size.
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4. Pugs
While Pugs aren't well designed for running around with other dogs - they get tired easily and can suffer breathing problems - they adore to socialise with other pups. They love to snuggle up with other dogs to have a good nap and are very friendly.
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