1Calm, minimal activity 5Very active, needs vigorous daily exercise
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Dog breed trait glossary
Every breed in our directory is scored on 13 traits, each rated from 1 (low) to 5 (high). This page explains what each trait measures and what the endpoints mean.
- Energy level
- Exercise requirements
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1Short daily walks suffice 5Multiple long sessions every day
- Playfulness
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1Reserved, prefers quiet companionship 5Extremely playful, always ready for games
- Affection level
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1Independent, prefers own space 5Velcro dog, constant contact
- Friendliness toward dogs
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1Best as solo dog 5Sociable with all dogs
- Friendliness toward other pets
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1Strong prey drive toward small animals 5Accepts cats and small pets easily
- Friendliness toward strangers
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1Reserved with strangers 5Welcomes everyone immediately
- Ease of training
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1Independent, experienced handler needed 5Eager to please, learns quickly
- Watchdog ability
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1Unlikely to alert 5Highly alert, reliable alarm
- Protection ability
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1No guarding instinct 5Natural guardian, will act to protect
- Grooming requirements
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1Wash-and-go coat, minimal brushing 5Daily brushing or professional trimming
- Cold tolerance
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1Sensitive to cold, needs warmth 5Built for cold, comfortable in frost and snow
- Heat tolerance
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1Prone to overheating in summer 5Handles warm climates comfortably