Best Low Maintenance Dogs

Maybe you've dreamed of owning a dog, but you feel you just can't keep up with all that's required in caring for one. Although all dogs need attention and care, some dogs are more low maintenance than other breeds. However, when you talk about low maintenance, there are several concerns that need addressing. For example, do you want a dog that's low maintenance in grooming? On the other hand, maybe you just want a dog that's easier to train. Here are few tips in choosing just the right low maintenance breed for your lifestyle...

Best Low Maintenance, Dogs for Grooming

Most shorthaired dogs fall into this category, as there's not as much need to comb and trim their coat, as with the longer haired breeds. Whereas longhaired breeds such as shih tzus and poodles require at least monthly trips to the groomer, shorthaired dogs such as boxers, beagles, basset hounds, etc. never need professional grooming. All you need to do is buy a grooming brush and periodically brush their coat. It's also much easier to find ticks in the fur of a shorthaired dog during the warmer months.

Slobber Maintenance,

If you hate cleaning up dog slobber, then do not adopt a St. Bernard, a Newfoundland, or a Mastiff, as you'll be spending a lot of time wiping up slobber. Other dogs known for slobbering include pugs and bulldogs, as they can't breathe well without their mouths open. And, as a boxer owner, I can add boxer to the list. If you're looking for a slobber less dog, check out sighthounds since they only open their mouths to eat.

Best Low Maintenance Dogs for Training

All dogs need to be trained, but some breeds are more trainable than others. If you don't want to invest a lot of time training a dog that "just doesn't get it" that quickly, then don't adopt some a low trainable breed such as a Scottish terrier, bull terrier, shih tzu, bulldog, afghan hound, Chihuahua, cow chow, Pekingese, or Afghan hound.

Instead, select a breed that's highly trainable such as a German shepherd, collie, English cocker spaniel, miniature schnauzer, poodle, border collie, Doberman pinscher, Shetland sheepdog, or German shorthaired pointer.

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