Best Dogs for First-Time Owners
New to dog ownership? These breeds are forgiving, easy to train, and perfect for first-time dog owners.
Showing 50 breeds
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West Highland White Terrier
Lifespan
13-15 years
Price
$1,000-$2,000
Affectionate
Great with Kids
Playful
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Welsh Springer Spaniel
Lifespan
12-15 years
Price
$1,000-$1,800
Affectionate
Great with Kids
Dog-Friendly
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Teddy Roosevelt Terrier
Lifespan
14-16 years
Price
$1,000-$2,000
Affectionate
Great with Kids
Dog-Friendly
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Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Lifespan
12-14 years
Price
$1,000-$2,500
Affectionate
Great with Kids
Dog-Friendly
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Shetland Sheepdog
Lifespan
12-14 years
Price
$1,000-$2,000
Affectionate
Great with Kids
Dog-Friendly
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Portuguese Water Dog
Lifespan
11-13 years
Price
$2,000-$4,000
Affectionate
Great with Kids
Dog-Friendly
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Portuguese Podengo
Lifespan
12-15 years
Price
$1,000-$2,000
Affectionate
Great with Kids
Dog-Friendly
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Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Lifespan
12-13 years
Price
$1,000-$2,500
Affectionate
Great with Kids
Dog-Friendly
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Miniature Schnauzer
Lifespan
12-15 years
Price
$1,000-$2,500
Affectionate
Great with Kids
Dog-Friendly
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Miniature American Shepherd
Lifespan
12-13 years
Price
$1,000-$2,500
Affectionate
Great with Kids
Dog-Friendly
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Lancashire Heeler
Lifespan
12-15 years
Price
$1,500-$2,500
Affectionate
Great with Kids
Dog-Friendly
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Lagotto Romagnolo
Lifespan
15-17 years
Price
$2,500-$4,000
Affectionate
Great with Kids
Dog-Friendly
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Icelandic Sheepdog
Lifespan
12-14 years
Price
$1,500-$2,500
Affectionate
Great with Kids
Dog-Friendly
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Flat-Coated Retriever
Lifespan
8-10 years
Price
$1,500-$3,000
Affectionate
Great with Kids
Dog-Friendly
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