You know who you are...you're the kind whose idea of exercise is lifting a soda can to your lips while you watch Game of Thrones (at the same time, wondering why you just can't seem to lose any weight). If you live in the city, you do have to take your pooch out about twice a day; anything more just seems unduly strenuous. if you're in the burbs or in a rural area, you figure your dog is just happy romping around in your yard (you still should play with your dog to make sure they're getting SOME exercise). In other words, you love dogs, but you need the kind that's as laid back as you are, without being dead.
Here are some of my suggestions, based on personal experience, my years at a veterinary clinic, and some web research.
For low exercise, you basically want lap dogs....those sweet breeds or hybrids that don't demand a daily marathon or any other kind of extended exercise beyond brief walks or play periods.So, in no particular order....
1) The Pug -- A breed that looks like a wrinkled old person from birth., they seem to be happy doing very little. They 're pretty hardy and calm for a small breed. Pug owners I've known seem to find them soothing....waaaay better than prozac!
2) Pekingese -- My fave dog growing up was a peke named Groovy. He knew no fear...he would prance up to my scariest friends (the kind that wore leather and tats long before that kind of thing became widely acceptable) and charm them immediately. Aside from a little play, this breed is one of the least demanding in terms of exercise.
3) Cavalier King Charles Spaniel -- My personal fave. The embodiment of calm delight. Easily amused, few toys need, low key.
4) Chihuahua -- I've had bad luck with these (most of the ones I've known have been yappy...REALLY yappy), but everyone I know who has had one swears that the breed is low maintenance, needs little exercise or grooming (except perhaps the long-haired variety).
5) Havanese -- Spunky little dogs, the coat needs a fair amount of attention, otherwise a sweet breed, great for apartments.
Any other breeds suitable for the chronically laid back?
Al
www.adogblogforeverybody.com
Here are some of my suggestions, based on personal experience, my years at a veterinary clinic, and some web research.
For low exercise, you basically want lap dogs....those sweet breeds or hybrids that don't demand a daily marathon or any other kind of extended exercise beyond brief walks or play periods.So, in no particular order....
1) The Pug -- A breed that looks like a wrinkled old person from birth., they seem to be happy doing very little. They 're pretty hardy and calm for a small breed. Pug owners I've known seem to find them soothing....waaaay better than prozac!
2) Pekingese -- My fave dog growing up was a peke named Groovy. He knew no fear...he would prance up to my scariest friends (the kind that wore leather and tats long before that kind of thing became widely acceptable) and charm them immediately. Aside from a little play, this breed is one of the least demanding in terms of exercise.
3) Cavalier King Charles Spaniel -- My personal fave. The embodiment of calm delight. Easily amused, few toys need, low key.
4) Chihuahua -- I've had bad luck with these (most of the ones I've known have been yappy...REALLY yappy), but everyone I know who has had one swears that the breed is low maintenance, needs little exercise or grooming (except perhaps the long-haired variety).
5) Havanese -- Spunky little dogs, the coat needs a fair amount of attention, otherwise a sweet breed, great for apartments.
Any other breeds suitable for the chronically laid back?
Al
www.adogblogforeverybody.com
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