27 breeds in this group

Non-Sporting Dog Breeds — Complete Guide

A diverse group of breeds with varied characteristics. Non-Sporting breeds range from Dalmatians to Bulldogs, united by versatility.

Avg Energy: 3.5/5

Avg Trainability: 3.2/5

Avg Kid-Friendly: 4.0/5

Foundation Stock Herding Hound Hybrid Miscellaneous Non-Sporting Sporting Terrier Toy Working

Boston Terrier - Non-Sporting group dog breed

Boston Terrier

United States · 11-13 years

5-11 kg · Shedding 2/5

French Bulldog - Non-Sporting group dog breed

French Bulldog

France/England · 10-12 years

8-14 kg · Shedding 2/5

Alaskan Klee Kai - Non-Sporting group dog breed

Alaskan Klee Kai

United States · 12-16 years

4-10 kg · Shedding 4/5

Coton de Tulear - Non-Sporting group dog breed

Coton de Tulear

Madagascar · 15-19 years

4-6 kg · Shedding 1/5

Keeshond - Non-Sporting group dog breed

Keeshond

Netherlands · 12-15 years

16-18 kg · Shedding 5/5

Lowchen - Non-Sporting group dog breed

Lowchen

Germany/France · 13-15 years

5-8 kg · Shedding 1/5

Tibetan Spaniel - Non-Sporting group dog breed

Tibetan Spaniel

Tibet · 12-15 years

4-7 kg · Shedding 3/5

Japanese Spitz

Japan · 12-14 years

5-10 kg · Shedding 4/5

Bulldog - Non-Sporting group dog breed

Bulldog

England · 8-10 years

18-25 kg · Shedding 2/5

Bichon Frise - Non-Sporting group dog breed

Bichon Frise

France/Belgium · 14-15 years

3-5 kg · Shedding 1/5

American Eskimo Dog - Non-Sporting group dog breed

American Eskimo Dog

United States/Germany · 13-15 years

3-16 kg · Shedding 4/5

Finnish Spitz - Non-Sporting group dog breed

Finnish Spitz

Finland · 13-15 years

9-14 kg · Shedding 4/5

Jindo - Non-Sporting group dog breed

Jindo

South Korea · 12-15 years

15-23 kg · Shedding 4/5

Schipperke - Non-Sporting group dog breed

Schipperke

Belgium · 12-14 years

3-9 kg · Shedding 4/5

Xoloitzcuintli

Mexico · 13-18 years

4-25 kg · Shedding 1/5

Kai Ken - Non-Sporting group dog breed

Kai Ken

Japan · 12-15 years

9-18 kg · Shedding 3/5

Kishu Ken

Japan · 12-15 years

14-27 kg · Shedding 3/5

Shikoku - Non-Sporting group dog breed

Shikoku

Japan · 10-12 years

16-25 kg · Shedding 4/5

Poodle - Non-Sporting group dog breed

Poodle

Germany/France · 10-18 years

3-32 kg · Shedding 1/5

Chinese Shar-Pei - Non-Sporting group dog breed

Chinese Shar-Pei

China · 8-12 years

18-29 kg · Shedding 3/5

Eurasier - Non-Sporting group dog breed

Eurasier

Germany · 12-16 years

18-32 kg · Shedding 3/5

Shiba Inu - Non-Sporting group dog breed

Shiba Inu

Japan · 13-16 years

8-10 kg · Shedding 4/5

Dalmatian - Non-Sporting group dog breed

Dalmatian

Croatia · 11-13 years

16-32 kg · Shedding 4/5

Norwegian Lundehund - Non-Sporting group dog breed

Norwegian Lundehund

Norway · 12-15 years

6-7 kg · Shedding 3/5

Tibetan Terrier

Tibet · 15-16 years

8-14 kg · Shedding 2/5

Lhasa Apso - Non-Sporting group dog breed

Lhasa Apso

Tibet · 12-15 years

5-8 kg · Shedding 2/5

Chow Chow - Non-Sporting group dog breed

Chow Chow

China · 8-12 years

20-32 kg · Shedding 4/5

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Non-Sporting dogs?

A diverse group of breeds with varied characteristics. Non-Sporting breeds range from Dalmatians to Bulldogs, united by versatility.

How many Non-Sporting breeds are there?

There are 27 Non-Sporting breeds in our database. Popular examples include Boston Terrier, French Bulldog, Alaskan Klee Kai.

Are Non-Sporting dogs good family pets?

Non-Sporting breeds average 4.0/5 for kid-friendliness and 3.2/5 for trainability. The most family-friendly Non-Sporting breeds include Boston Terrier, French Bulldog, Alaskan Klee Kai. Individual breed traits vary, so always research specific breeds.