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Are you searching for the ideal canine companion, but apprehensive about their energy level? Or are you just curious to know if your furry friend made the ranking? From German Shepherds to Cocker Spaniels, in this gallery you'll discover the laziest and the most active doggos around. You'll also learn their average minutes of activity per day, which will help you know if you can keep up with them! But no matter the activity level of these pups, they're perfectly content with lots of love, be it while playing fetch or snoozing in the sun.
Ready? Check out this gallery for the laziest and most active dog breeds around.
The Dalmatian is a sleek and energetic breed known for its iconic dark-spotted white coat. Their daily activity is an average of 77.85 minutes.
One of the most easily recognized breeds in the world, the German Shepherd is a muscular, alert, and highly intelligent dog that needs their daily activity. They're active an average 79.31 minutes per day.
The Pointer Mix is a loving and energetic hybrid breed that will stay moving for around 79.73 minutes a day.
The sleek Bluetick Coonhound is a sweet and affectionate breed, originally bred to be hunting dogs. With an athletic build, they're active an average of 79.88 minutes a day.
Originally bred for hunting, the Bloodhound is a lovable breed with an incredible sense of smell. Their daily activity is around 80.23 minutes.
Tiny but mighty when it comes to energy, the Yorkshire Terrier is active an average 84.22 minutes a day. Make sure you can keep up!
Developed in Germany during the late 19th century, Doberman Pinschers are large dogs that need lots of exercise and stimulation to be happy. Their average daily activity is around 84.9 minutes.
Don't be fooled by their small size, the Alaskan Klee Kai is a highly energetic and intelligent dog. They tend to be active around 86.72 minutes a day.
With their sweet temper and show-stopping good looks, the English Setter is an athletic breed that's active an average of 88.2 minutes a day.
The Vizsla is a versatile and energetic Hungarian hunting breed known for its striking appearance. Also highly energetic, they tend to be active around 88.8 minutes a day.
With a lot of speed and stamina, the elegant Weimaraner was originally bred as a hunting dog in the early 19th century. They're active an average of 90.32 minutes a day.
While the Miniature Australian Shepherd is small, they're often trained for dog sports such as herding, agility, and obedience. They're, on average, active for 91.54 minutes a day.
Bred to hunt, the Brittany Spaniel needs lots of exercise. They're active an average of 94.13 minutes a day.
The medium-sized German Shorthaired Pointer is an enthusiastic dog who thrives on vigorous exercise and positive training. They're, on average, active for 100.78 minutes a day.
A squarely built, alert herder, the Belgian Malinois is a high-energy dog who needs a lot of activity. They're active an average of 102.86 minutes a day.
They've been friendly house pets for hundreds of years, so it's no surprise Shih Tzus are low maintenance. Their daily activity is around 55.67 minutes.
Originally bred for rescue work by the hospice of the Great St. Bernard Pass on the Italian-Swiss border, the St. Bernard isn't as active as one would imagine. They're active an average of 55.39 minutes a day.
Sweet and gentle, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is a small British breed with an average of 55.17 active minutes a day.
The Shetland Sheepdog is a breed of herding dog that originated in the Shetland Islands of Scotland. Intelligent and obedient, these doggos are surprisingly only active around 54.56 minutes a day.
Muscular yet affectionate and loyal, the American Pit Bull Terrier is one of the most misunderstood and maligned breeds out there. These loving dogs are active an average of 54.11 minutes a day.
Originating in China, the Shar Pei is a loyal, protective, and unique breed known for its distinct wrinkly appearance. Their daily activity is on average of 53.61 minutes.
The Shiba Inu is a breed of hunting dog from Japan. These dogs are highly intelligent and known for their unique fox-like appearance. Their average activity is of 52.44 minutes per day.
The West Highland White Terrier, commonly known as the Westie, is a small breed from Scotland. They're active an average of 50.73 minutes a day.
Friendly, loyal and playful, the Cocker Spaniel is a great family dog that needs only moderate activity. On average, they're active around 50.46 minutes a day.
The Puggle is a hybrid breed created by crossing Beagles and Pugs in the '90s. With a fun-loving personality and cute looks, this breed's daily activity is around 47.49 minutes.
Calm and social, the Basset Hound is a short-legged breed, which makes it clear why it's not the most active of dogs. Their daily activity is around 47.47 minutes.
Originating from the mountains of northern Japan, the Akita was historically used for guarding and the hunting of bears. But even so, they're active only an average of 44.83 minutes a day.
The Newfoundland breed are gentle giants that are known for their calm and affectionate nature. They're active an average of 44.64 minutes a day.
The Bulldog is a sturdy breed known for their muscular build, wrinkled face, and gentle disposition. And as imagined, they're not the most active of dogs, with an average of 44.31 minutes of daily activity.
Originally from northern China, the Chow Chow is a sturdily built dog, known for their lion-like appearance and distinctive blue-black tongue. They're also the least active dog, with a daily activity of only 43.36 minutes.
Sources: (Business Insider) (Good Housekeeping)
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Are you searching for the ideal canine companion, but apprehensive about their energy level? Or are you just curious to know if your furry friend made the ranking? From German Shepherds to Cocker Spaniels, in this gallery you'll discover the laziest and the most active doggos around. You'll also learn their average minutes of activity per day, which will help you know if you can keep up with them! But no matter the activity level of these pups, they're perfectly content with lots of love, be it while playing fetch or snoozing in the sun.
Ready? Check out this gallery for the laziest and most active dog breeds around.