Non-Sporting Dog Breeds Group
Non-Sporting Group Dog Breeds: Diverse, Distinctive, and Full of Character
The AKC Non-Sporting Group includes a wide variety of dog breeds that don’t fit neatly into other categories. These breeds differ greatly in size, coat type, temperament, and historical purpose, but they all share unique charm and loyal companionship. From the dignified Bulldog to the elegant Standard Poodle and the spotted Dalmatian, Non-Sporting dogs range from playful and outgoing to calm and reserved. This group is ideal for pet owners seeking a breed with distinctive traits and personality. Whether you're looking for a low-maintenance companion or a highly trainable show dog, the Non-Sporting Group offers something for every lifestyle.
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American Bulldog
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
American Eskimo Dog
A.K.A.: Eskimo Spitz, American Spitz, German Spitz
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Bichon Frise
A.K.A.: Bichon à poil frisé, Bichon Tenerife
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Boston Terrier
A.K.A.: Boston Bull, Boston Bull Terrier, Boxwood
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Bulldog
A.K.A.: British Bulldog, English Bulldog
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Chinese Shar-Pei
A.K.A.: Shar-Pei, Shar Pei
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Chow Chow
A.K.A.: Chow, Chowdren
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Dalmatian
A.K.A.: Carriage Dog, Spotted Coach, Dog Firehouse, Dog Plum, Pudding Dog
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Eskland
Primary Breed
American Eskimo Dog
Secondary Breed
Shetland Sheepdog
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Finnish Spitz
A.K.A.: Finnish Hunting Dog, Finnish Spets, Finsk Spets, Loulou Finois, Suomalainen pystykorva, Suomenpystykorva
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
French Bulldog
A.K.A.: Bouledogue Français, Frenchie
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Goldendoodle (Miniature)
Primary Breed
Golden Retriever
Secondary Breed
Poodle (Miniature)
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Keeshond
A.K.A.: Dutch Barge Dog, Smiling Dutchman, Chien Loup, German Spitz, Deutscher Wolfspitz, Wolfspitz
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Kromfohrlander
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Lhasa Apso
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Lowchen
A.K.A.: Petit Chien Lion, Little Lion Dog
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Miniature American Eskimo
A.K.A.: Eskie
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Poodle (Miniature)
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Poodle (Standard)
A.K.A.: Pudle, Caniche, Barbone
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Schipperke
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Shiba Inu
A.K.A.: Japanese Shiba Inu, Japanese Small Size Dog, Shiba Ken
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Tibetan Spaniel
A.K.A.: Simkhyi
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Tibetan Terrier
A.K.A.: Tsang Apso, Dokhi Apso
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic