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Breeds that fit your lifestyle
Find the perfect breed based on your home, family and preferences.
Apartment Dogs
Smaller, quieter breeds that adapt well to apartment living
Easy to Train
The most trainable breeds, eager to learn and please
Family Dogs
Friendly all-rounders that get on with children, other dogs and visitors
First-Time Owner Friendly
Easy-going, trainable breeds for new dog owners
Good with Kids
Playful, patient breeds that love life with children
Guard Dogs
Loyal, protective breeds with the size to back it up
High Energy
Tireless breeds that need serious daily exercise
Hypoallergenic
Breeds the American Kennel Club suggests for people with allergies
Large Dogs
Big dogs of 60 pounds and up for homes with space
Low Maintenance
Easy-care breeds with minimal grooming, shedding and drool
Non-Shedding
Breeds that barely shed — great for tidy homes
Outdoor & Active
Athletic companions for hiking, running and outdoor adventures
Senior-Friendly
Calm, manageable companions that suit older owners
Small Dogs
Compact dogs that weigh 25 pounds or less
Working Dogs
Driven, trainable breeds that thrive with a job to do
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They found their forever homes
Heartwarming stories from dogs and the families who adopted them.
Max
Labrador Mix
After spending 8 months at Happy Paws Rescue, Max, a 3-year-old Labrador mix, finally found his forever home with the Johnson family in Austin, Texas.
- The Johnson Family
- Austin, TX
Bella
Beagle
At 9 years old, Bella the Beagle was overlooked by many adopters. Then she met Margaret, a retiree who saw past her gray muzzle and found a soulmate.
- Margaret Chen
- Portland, OR
Rocky
German Shepherd Mix
Found wandering the streets, Rocky the German Shepherd mix went from homeless to hero, becoming a certified service dog for Army veteran Michael Torres.
- Michael Torres
- San Diego, CA