FINDING the right pooch to join your family can be a tricky task.
You have to know if they’re good around children, how much training they need and how much exercise.
The English Bull Terrier was a favourite with both – but not for first time owners[/caption]
Two dog trainers shared their top dog breeds[/caption]
Fortunately, Iain and Jacob, two dog trainers from Yorkshire have made the process easier and shared their top dogs.
Speaking on the Caffeine and Canine podcast, the pair sat down to discuss which pooches they loved and which they would avoid.
Jacob said: “Today everyone, we’re playing Doggy Bingo.”
The game sees the pair get a breed called out and they have to say what they really think of each pooch.
And one that made the game was Britain’s favourite breed, the Labrador.
Jacob said it was the ‘Ford Focus’ of dogs, with Iain agreeing they were a ‘solid dog.’
Many people see the pooch as a reliable dog; they can be easy to train, great around children and other dogs, and love a snuggle.
However, Jacob admitted that while most are the gold-tier of dogs, they can go down to a bronze.
“They can be a bag of nerves too,” said Jacob.
Dog experts at I Heart Dogs say: “While Labrador Retrievers are mostly an easy going breed, they can definitely have anxiety.
The labrador came up top but it still has some issues[/caption]
“In fact, their ability to sense our moods and even if we are healthy or not might make them more prone to stress because they are highly attuned to their environment.”
You can tell when a Labrador is stressed with their body language and noises.
They may start to whine, and when stressed often tuck their tail underneath them.
Excessive lip licking and taking treats more aggressively than usual can also be signs.
Britain’s favourite dog breeds
HERE are the top ten dog breeds in the UK….
- Labrador Retriever
- Renowned for their friendly and outgoing nature.
- Popular as both family pets and working dogs.
- French Bulldog
- Known for their distinctive bat-like ears and affectionate temperament.
- Ideal for city living due to their small size.
- Cocker Spaniel
- Beloved for their playful and loyal disposition.
- Excellent companions for active families.
- Pug
- Recognised for their charming wrinkled faces and sociable nature.
- Adaptable to various living environments.
- Staffordshire Bull Terrier
- Valued for their courageous and loving character.
- Strong and muscular build, yet gentle with children.
- Dachshund
- Adored for their distinctive long bodies and lively personality.
- Comes in a variety of coat types: smooth, wire, and long-haired.
- Border Collie
- Celebrated for their intelligence and energy.
- Excellent working dogs, especially in herding.
- Golden Retriever
- Known for their friendly and tolerant attitude.
- Great family pets and skilled in various service roles.
- Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
- Cherished for their gentle and affectionate nature.
- Small size makes them perfect for lap dogs.
- German Shepherd
- Admired for their loyalty and versatility.
- Commonly used in police and military roles due to their trainability.
Also on the list was the English Bull Terrier with Iain quick to note it was a ‘legendary’ dog.
Both Iain and Jacob put the dog in the gold category as Iain said they were ‘funny characters.’
Jacob added: They’re f***ing mad though aren’t they?”
“Until I was a dog trainer and actually you guys are pretty fun.”
“Gold tier for entertainment, but would you recommend one?” he asked Iain.
“Not for a novice,” replied Iain who said they can be quite nippy and need to be trained properly.
The PDSA says that the English Bull Terrier is a relatively easy breed to train however, owners should know they have very high energy levels so need to be kept entertained.
