Shweta Dhingana
3 min readJan 12, 2022

TOP 4 BEST DOG BREEDS

A dog is not called a man’s best friend just like that, it performs this title role with its full heart and soul. It is the most faithful animal among all the pets. It is much devoted to its master as it secures his life and keeps him away from every kind of hurt and damage. Dogs have also been proven helpful in military affairs.

They are trained to chase drugs, criminals and track bombs. Many cases have been puzzled out by their strong hearing and smelling power. They also provide mankind with companionship, delights, exercise, and relaxation. They prevent our stress, anxiety, and depression. A dog keeps us aware of any harm coming our way and looks after his master at every moment.

In the United States, the expenditure of the pet industry was estimated to reach 110 billion dollars in 2021. The dog ownership rate is increasing day by day worldwide. It is now found in every other house as a domestic pet. Following are the 4 best breeds of dogs, depending on their personality, health, and size.

Golden Retrievers

They are mostly found in the United Kingdom, United States, and Australia. According to research, in 2020, more than eight thousand of these dogs were registered in the UK. It is one of the favoured and identifiable companion dog breeds of the western world. They are found to be very intelligent, affectionate, loyal, and easy to train.

They have about 12 to 13 years of lifespan. The sportsmen use them as a gundog but mainly are used for hunting purposes in the field. Their dense golden coat protects them from water resistance which keeps them working boldly in winters.

German Shepherds

These are popularly known as working dogs, usually originated in Germany. They are specifically bred for their intelligence. Due to their curiosity, the police officers nurture them for the tasks of rescue and research of explosives, drugs, and other human remains. They are overprotective of their masters.

If they do not get under control, they can go violent to any mischief or criminals. They are commonly black or red and have dense double coats. Their lifetime is around 10.95 years.

Beagles

They are known for their effective smelling power. They are comparatively smaller in size, generally between 13 to 16 inches. They were among the cheapest breeds in the U.S in 2021.

They are tricolored, generally in white, brown, and black. Due to their scenting abilities, they are used as detective dogs by law enforcement at airports to snuffle the luggage of the passengers.

The longevity of beagles is about 12–15 years. They are friendly with the children, that’s why most families prefer keeping it as a pet.

Maltese

According to a survey in 2021, these are the common dog breeds owned in South Korea. Due to their small size, they can reside indoors and in small apartments. The Maltese were called “ the comforter” in Elizabeth’s times because they soothe our minds and lessen all the pains.

They are playful, lively, and warm-natured but can be aggressive and evoke barking when presented with unfamiliar noises. Their life duration ranges from 12 to 14 years.

Conclusion

Overall, dogs are very loving creatures of God. It is quite interesting to have one as a pet. Dogs illuminate us with many life lessons. One of them is to leave all the worries and grudges aside. As you may see, dogs indulge themselves happily in every activity. They also teach us to stay loyal to our loved ones. Let us engulf this attitude inside our hearts and make this world a beautiful place to live in.