Dog Breeds by Trait High Stamina Dog Breeds
High Stamina Dog Breeds: Endurance, Drive, and Energy That Lasts
High stamina dog breeds are built for endurance, thriving in physically demanding roles and active lifestyles. From the tireless Siberian Husky to the determined Belgian Malinois and agile Vizsla, these dogs excel in long-distance running, working, herding, and outdoor adventures. Known for their muscular builds, mental focus, and relentless energy, high-stamina breeds require consistent exercise, mental stimulation, and purposeful tasks to stay balanced and happy. Ideal for athletic owners, hikers, and working dog enthusiasts, these breeds offer unmatched drive, loyalty, and resilience. Whether you're training for agility, search and rescue, or marathon trails, high-stamina dogs are your ultimate adventure partners.
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Afghan Hound
A.K.A.: Kuchi Hound, Tāzī, Balkh Hound, Baluchi Hound, Barutzy Hound, Shalgar Hound, Kabul Hound, Galanday Hound, African Hound
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Weight (lbs): | male: 60, female: 50 |
Height (in): | male:27, female:25 |
Colors: | All colors permissible except spotted. |
Alaskan Malamute
A.K.A.: Mal, Mally
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Weight (lbs): | male:85, female:75 |
Height (in): | male:25, female:23 |
Colors: | Light gray to black, with white shading and mask or cap. Also shades of sable or red with shading - or all white. |
American Bandogge mastiff

A.K.A.: Bandog, Bandogge
Primary Breed | Mastiff |
Secondary Breed | American Pit Bull Terrier |
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Weight (lbs): | 120-140 |
Height (in): | 19-23 |
Colors: | Brindle, black, gray, red fawn, tan |
American Foxhound
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Weight (lbs): | 65-75 |
Height (in): | 21-25 |
Colors: | Any |
American Water Spaniel

A.K.A.: American Brown Spaniel, American Brown Water Spaniel
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Weight (lbs): | male: 30-45, female: 25-40 Lbs. |
Height (in): | 15-18 |
Colors: | Solid liver, brown, or dark chocolate. |
Basenji
A.K.A.: African Bush Dog, African Barkless Dog, Ango Angari, Congo Dog, Zande Dog
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Weight (lbs): | male: 24, female: 22 |
Height (in): | male:17, female:16 |
Colors: | Red, black, black and tan, or brindle, all with white feet, chest, and tail tips; white legs, blaze and collar are optional. |
Black and Tan Coonhound

A.K.A.: American Black and Tan Coonhound
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Weight (lbs): | 55-75 |
Height (in): | male: 25-27, female: 23-25 |
Colors: | Black and tan. |
Borzoi
A.K.A.: Barzoï, Russian Wolfhound, Russian Hunting Sighthound, Russkaya Psovaya Borzaya Psovoi
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Weight (lbs): | male: 75-105, female: 60-85 |
Height (in): | male: 28, female: 26 |
Colors: | Any. |
Brittany
A.K.A.: Brittany Spaniel, Brittany Wiegref, Epagneul Breton French Brittany
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Weight (lbs): | 30-40 |
Height (in): | 17.5-20.5 |
Colors: | Orange and white, liver and white, or tricolored. |
Chesapeake Bay Retriever

A.K.A.: Chessie, CBR, Chesapeake
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Weight (lbs): | male: 65-80, female: 55-70 |
Height (in): | male: 23-26 female: 21-24 |
Colors: | Any color of brown, sedge, or dead grass. |