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10 Most High-Maintenance Dog Breeds

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Owning a dog comes with many responsibilities. Some breeds have fancy coats that need extra brushing and might also need more exercise and training than other pups. Plus, some very smart breeds need a lot of mental challenges to keep them happy, while others have tons of energy. These breeds are a lot of work, but they can also be the best friends ever! 

Border Collie

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Border Collies are known for their high intelligence and energy levels. These dogs excel in many activities and make excellent working or sports dogs. However, their high energy demands mean they require a lot of exercise and mental stimulation to stay happy and prevent behavior issues. Regular physical activities like long walks, runs, and engaging playtime are essential for their overall well-being.

Australian Shepherd

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Australian Shepherd is a highly intelligent and active dog breed. These pups love mental stimulation and are very good in agility, herding, and obedience training. Regular exercise, interactive play, and training sessions are vital to keep them mentally stimulated and prevent boredom.

Siberian Husky

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These majestic dogs were bred to pull sleds for miles, so they have a lot of energy and love to run. Due to having so much energy, Siberian Huskies need daily exercise like long walks, runs in the park, or even playtime with a doggy backpack on (to give them a little pulling job).

Doberman Pinscher

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Doberman Pinschers love to please their owners and learn new tricks. The best way to train them is with treats and positive reinforcement, like praise and pats—they don’t respond well to yelling or getting scared. So, start training your Doberman early, and you’ll have a well-behaved and loyal furry friend for life!

Dalmatian

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These black and white polka-dotted doggos are bursting with energy and love to run, jog, and play all day long. But exercise isn’t all they need. Dalmatians are also smart cookies who need mental challenges to keep them happy. Training sessions and interactive games are like brain workouts for them; they’ll love learning new tricks to show off!

Bulldog

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Bulldogs might not need to run for miles like some other dogs, but they do have some things you need to keep an eye on. Because of their short nose and wrinkles, Bulldogs can sometimes have trouble breathing and skin problems. Regular vet checkups are important, and you’ll need to make sure they don’t get too hot or overexert themselves.

Pomeranian

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Pomeranians: Tiny furballs with tons of energy! However, don’t let their size fool you; these little puffballs are full of life. Even though they don’t need to go on long walks like some bigger dogs, they still love to go outside for short walks and playtime. Interactive toys and games are great ways to keep their minds sharp and prevent boredom.

Jack Russell Terrier

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Jack Russell Terriers love to play all day long. They’re happiest when they have a job to do, like learning tricks in obedience training or zipping through an agility course. A tired Jack Russell Terrier is a good Jack Russell Terrier, so prepare for some fun adventures with your furry little explorer!

Belgian Malinois

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Belgian Malinois dogs are intelligent and energetic. Bred to work, these dogs thrive in jobs like search and rescue, police work, and obedience competitions. They also need intense mental and physical exercise and excel when given a job to do. Regular training sessions and high-energy activities are necessary to meet their exercise needs and keep them challenged.

Boxer

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These playful pups are all about fun and cuddles. They love games of fetch, going for jogs with their favorite people, and learning tricks to show off. Boxers have tons of energy, so playtime and walks are important to keep them happy and bouncy. Imagine a furry shadow who loves to play and cuddle – that’s a Boxer for you!

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