Top 10 Best Dog Breeds for Your First Dog

Looking for your first dog? Check out these breeds. For this list, we’ll be looking at the ideal doggies for new fur-st-time owners. Our countdown includes Great Dane, Poodle, Papillon, and more! Do YOU have a dog? Let us know in the comments!

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[patriziab.]

Me as a trained animal you sure about some of these dogs...cus you are going very stereotypical and please keep in mind, Great Dane are dying "quite" young, pugs have breathing problems and not even get me started on the bernese mountain dog (Berner Sennenhund) they have ED (elbow dislocation, hip dislocation, eye infections, ear infections, need a lot of care on their fur, and have a tendency for overheating in the summer). I do agree with some breeds like golden retriver, and Labrador but please inform people on the health problems these breeds get easily or are at this point even normal (german sheperd and hip dislocation like...yikes arthritis)

[JM-bbxi]

My first dog was a mutt, cocker spaniel mix. She was a rescue, and we think she was about 2 or 3 when we brought her home. She was such a lovely dog, loved kids, acted like a momma dog to a puppy we got about 10 years later. She lived for a very long time, we had her for about 20 years, so we think she was some where around 22 give or take when she passed away, she even died peacefully in our home, just stood up, looked confused for a minute, took two steps and fell over.

Our second puppy (bischon poo mix) was raised by her for 8 years and was visibly greiving after his best friend died.

We miss you Zoe! You live in my family's hearts forever and we will see you again someday. She was one of the best friends I had as a kid and all the way through my 3rd year of college. She walked my sister and I to both of our first days of school, and wagged her tail at the door when we came home from college to visit.

Keep your heart open to rescue dogs. They are wonderful companions. Sorry for the long comment here, and thank you if you read this far. Shes been been gone fir almost 10 years now and I still miss her

[brigarnar-allsopp]

My first pup is a Bichon Frise that I recommended to my parents at the age of 14. I researched extensively for a breed that got no bigger than a cat, great health record, and a good family dog with young children and with special needs. He’s always love being around people and follow us wherever we go. So happy to have him for 11 years and hopefully many more ❤️

Though quick shoutout to Pitbulls cause they are big babies that just want love! Hoping to get one as my first personal dog in the next couple years ❤️

[amwfan]

My family's first dog was a Cocker Spaniel, who we got when I was 6 years old. He was seriously the best dog ever. He loved everybody, was super playful, and great with kids. When I was in high school and didn't want to get up for school, he'd stand at the side of my bed and lick my eyes until I got up. He was almost 15 years old when he passed, and the vet said they could tell he was really well loved. Every Cocker I see, I have to pet and rub their ears (Cocker's have frequent ear infections, and every Cocker I've met has LOVED when they have their ears rubbed).

[hollyb]

So happy to see greyhounds on this list! A grey was my first dog, and she was wonderful, so wonderful that after she passed years ago, we got another grey. He just passed away a few weeks ago. We miss our "old man dog" so much. ❤ They're such amazing dogs ... so mellow, quiet, and sweet. They have such a calm and gentle energy to them. Greys will forever hold a special place in my heart. ❤

[codymiller]

All my life, there’s been one breed of dog in my immediate family: The Labrador! The only exception was our very first dog, and he was half lab, half border collie. They’re all wonderful dogs, with a lot of love to give, and energy to match.

[richardperhai]

We're on our 3rd pair of Greyhounds. We've always adopted them from the race track when they retire, and they have been great dogs (except they sometimes think they are an 80lb lap dog). Our current two were adopted right as the tracks were closing, so they were just 1 and 2 years old - a bit more energetic than our others :) One note though: Greyhounds work best if you have a pair, rather than one. And yes, they are 40-mph-couch-potatoes. After a 5 minute run, they'll lay around for 8 hours. And they rarely bark.

[Isa-pbjc]

My first dog was a boxer, such a sweet dog. My parents had him since before I was born and they always told me how gentle and protective he was.
We got a mix between a boxer and an Argentinian Dog after that, who sadly passed away recently due to cancer, but he was the sweetest dog ever. Too strong for me to take on walks, but insidr our house he was a friendly giant. To people who didn't know him he looked "dangerous" because he was big and strong, but he was such a loving dog and I'll always miss him.

[dycedarg]

Grew up with Shepherds, Spaniels, Terriers, Collies, and Poodles, and Retrievers. My first dog on my own was a SAMOYED. Best dog ever. Great with kids, no biting, no aggressiveness, loyal, and the best smile ever! The only drawback was the shedding in the summer. My ex was brushing our dog at a park during a summer and maintenance was complaining with the hair all over the place. She lived well over 15 years…almost the lifespan of two Great Danes. Miss you girl.

[mattshepherd]

My first dog was a Borzoi (aka Russian Wolfhound). She was a wonderful introduction to the breed

[chrisrehm]

My first dog was a Labrador retriever/chow mix. She was the runt of the litter but still grew to be a full sized pup. We had her for 8 years. She was the best dog and even alerted me to danger on more than one occasion.

[GOREangelDM]

My first dog was a miniature dachshund called Schnitzel. He turned 13 this year and sadly passed away two weeks ago. I miss him terribly. Dachy’s are great first dogs

[LucienSabre]

My family has always had german sheperd dogs since before I was born, and they’re awesome…but, objectively not the best dog to have as your first - they can be stubborn, and once they learn something no matter what you can’t make them unlearn it (at least that has been the case for the ones we had).
Also, I totally agree with what the video says about Bernese Mountain Dogs: I have one and, based on my personal experience with him, they’re super playful, super affectionate and super gentle. 💖💖

[blind_t]

our first breed was a maltipoo, he was tiny when we got him, but he grew to be knee high. we now also have a second one who was a stray when we found him. no chip or anything. that one is a pomeranian, and he’s a cute little fluff ball. his tail, when not wagging it looks like those curly fries. he’s actually a love dog, very playful, and he loves to love all over you if he meets a person of a friendly nature. just be careful, he’ll try to give you a bath.

[amandacox]

Basset Hounds are great too! Low maintenance are far as grooming, low energy, very friendly, good with other dogs. They do like to bark some but they are very sweet natured!

[AndrewHager]

7:39 Thank you so much for tying English Springer Spaniels at Number 2 with Cavalier King Charles spaniels! Brooke was a Spinger, and she my first dog. She was one of the sweetest dogs I’ve ever known in all my life! Lived to be somewhere between 15 and 17 years old. I miss her so much.

Cut to the present, my newest dog, Toby, turned 5 this year! He’s half Cavalier King Charles, half Bichon Frisée, all adorable!! He gets along so well with his cousins, Penny and Peppa!

Keep up the good work, Ms. Mojo!

[debracole]

My first dog was a cocker spaniel and she was a great first dog!! Miss her!!

[YaBoyCrystalLink]

My first dog is a male mini Australian shepherd and he is the sweetest, most loyal, and adorable dog ever, he’s pretty stubborn but also rather easy to train and I love him so much

[DC-ruxz]

From my personal experience, I’d recommend a Maltese as a great first dog. My pup Grogu is a year old and has an amazingly sweet personality, friendly with literally everyone he meets. He doesn’t need too much exercise, but he’d gladly run around a field with you. Maltese are also hypoallergenic, intelligent and don’t shed or drool, meaning your house would be relatively clean. They can be slightly stubborn and picky eaters though

[janhankins]

Actually, this is a pretty good list of "easy" dogs (the easier the dog, the better for a first dog). I did want to add that you had a variety of dogs in there and grooming requirements for, say, the Great Dane, is quite different from that of the Shih Tzu. The ShihTzu is likely going to need to be groomed professionally every four to six weeks (or you're looking at a dog with that really long hair you see in the show ring). Same for the poodle. And that can be quite expensive (in addition, you'll need to groom them every day at home). The activity level is also very different (which you pointed out) and be sure that you don't get a Great Dane if you want your dog to go on 20-mile hikes with you and don't get a Papillon if you don't want to give the dog plenty of exercise (these are often called Pocket Rockets), they are extremely fast and athletic and have a huge requirement for exercise. Looking for a small dog and want to get involve in the sport of agility? The Papillon is perfect for you. My husband and I have had Great Danes and Irish Wolfhounds for many year--and we were heavily involved in Dane and Wolfhound rescue for many years. And also wanted to mention that Cavalier King Charles Spaniels have had some issues in the past with many genetic conditions! If you want a Cavalier, research the health issues these dogs can have and go to a breeder and ASK them point blank if their dogs have ever had any of those issues. If they hem and haw, go elsewhere. If the say "No, absolutely not", they're probably not being honest, either. These dogs can have genetic issues that kill them before their first birthday, so buyer beware. That's also the case with Danes and Wolfhounds--make sure you know about the genetic issues and be sure you don't get a puppy that has any and Danes and Wolfhounds don't live very long--you're LUCKY if they live to be 10 years of age. Most die in the 6 to 8 age range.