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Introduction
Is there such thing as pawfect dog? Imagine a doggo thatpeacefully lounges around until you are ready to play, that has impeccablemanners and never steps out of line. Sorry to burst your bubble, but the onlykind of dog like this is a stuffed animal. Dogs are animals, which means theyare unpredictable. It’s true that with training some can be angelic andindependent. Others require a lot of extra effort. Like a lot. In fact, youcould call these doggos high maintenance. Whether they need tons of exercise,additional training, or extensive grooming, the following breeds are all, well,high maintenance.
#1 Akita
Sure, these exotic looking pups are exuberant and a joyto be around. But Akita parents should know that these pups love to be incharge. Start training at an early age so your pupster knows who is boss. Thisbreed can also be aggressive towards other dogs and children. Like training, earlysocialization is super impawtant. Daily exercise helps keep this breed in line.
#2 Australian Shepherd
When you think of an Aussie, the words intelligent andactive pawbably come to mind. Extremely smart and energetic can be adangerous combination, just ask those torn up couch cushions. As working dogs,they are prone to herding children too. Daily exercise is amust for these pupsters. Aussie parents know that come rain or shine, they haveto take their fur baby for a walk or run.
#3 Border Collie
Like the Australian Shepherd, the Border Collie is smart,playful, and full of energy. Being cooped up inside all day goes againsteverything they know. These pups thrive on being outside and having a task tocomplete. If you can’t keep up with your pup, consider getting them involved inflyball or agility training. This will do wonders for their mental and physicalgame.
#4 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
There’s nothing wrong with having a ‘velcro’ dogthat waits on your every move. Until you haveto leave home, that is. This breed is a companion animal at heart and lovesbeing as close to their people as possible. If you are a home body, they are apawfect fit. But if you tend to be gone a lot, expect them to developseparation anxiety.
#5 Chow Chow
A cross between a lion and a teddy bear, this breed ispawsitively adorable. But these doggos are typically stubborn and quiteindependent. Hmmm, sounds like a cat! Since they aren’t eager to please theirpeople, they really need someone who can stand up to their dominantpersonalities and remind them who the pack leader is. A little extra training and a lot ofpatience is required.
#6 Dalmatian
It takes a special kind of person to raise a Dalmatian.Sure their spots are adorable, but this breed can be aggressive and a bitstubborn. Constant training is needed to help them mind their manners.Dalmatians are also high energy and need a healthy dose of daily exercise. Ifthey get restless, these doggos look to destructive behaviors to relieve theirboredom.
#7 Jack Russell Terrier
Don’tunderestimate this little terrier, it can run and play for hours. If you havean active lifestyle, then this pint sized pooch is a pawfect companion. But ifyou are looking for a cuddle buddy to curl up with and watch a movie, then youbetter keep moving. These pups need a firm, but gentle hand to teach themhow to use their energy for good.
#8 co*cker Spaniel
What’s this sweet little pup doing on this list? Theylove being with their people and are great family dogs, right? Yes, butsometimes they love their people a little too much, as in they don’t want to beapart from them. Ever. Like other companion animals, co*ckers are prone to separationanxiety. At an early age, these pups need to learn that it’s okay to be leftalone.
