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By Madison Vanderberg, INSIDER
[post_ads]The time has come for you to get a dog. You could go to thedog shelterand leave with whateverrescue puptugs
at your heartstrings, but if you live in a small space or work a lot,
you might want to do some research before you say yes to just any dog.
There
are certain dog breeds known for being lazy. These so-called "lazy dog
breeds" are great companions if you don't want to play fetch or you need
a dog who is cool with napping at home while you go to work.
That being said, even though the following dogs are lazy and laid-back, alldogs need daily walksand exercise. Also, the best thing about dogs (lazy or not), is that they'll let you know if they need to go outside.
Great Danes loves to sleep.
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TheGreat Daneis a huge animal, but don't be fooled by its size - all they do is sleep, according to Petwave. With the exception of their teenage years - which are filled with ebullient spurts of energy - an adult Great Dane needs moderate daily walks and that's about it. They'll probably try to snuggle on the couch with you because these dogs are like owning a giant cat.
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Bernese Mountain Dogs may be big, but they're still lazy.
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Yourpurebredpuppy.com reports that Bernese Mountain Dogs are huge 100-pound beasts, but if you try to take them to the dog park - you'll find they'd rather sit by their owner than go for a run. However, they do need regular exercise to stay trim and healthy, because Berners tend to get overweight since they are so big and so lazy, said Bernertalk.com.
A shih Tzu is happy to cuddle up with you.
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Retired? Live in a small apartment? According to the American Kennel Club, the Shih Tzu is the ideal dog if you're looking for a pup who hates exercise just as much as you do. Though they don't need to play as much as the next dog, they do require a ton of grooming.
English Bulldogs will be content on the couch.
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These big boys prefer the comfort of the couch to the hot extreme of the dog park. These compact dogs are pretty lazy and tend to overheat with too much exertion. American Kennel Club said English Bulldogs are the most unexpected lap dogs.
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Chow Chow love air-conditioning.
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According to Dog Guide, Chow Chows are very sensitive to heat, so they are much more likely to hang out in their dog bed then beg for a walk. Though they are big (70 lbs on average), they only need moderate daily walks as they are not a high-energy breed.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels only needs a little exercise.
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The King Charles Spaniel adapts well to city living, though DogGuide.com recommends an hour of exercise per day - which is nothing a morning and evening walk can't do.
Pugs don't like exercise.
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Pugs are very lazy dogs, according to American Kennel Club, but the catch 22 is that they are prone to overeating and weight gain, which is hard to remedy since they don't like exercise all that much. Moderate exercise, especially indoors where they won't overheat, is best.
Pugs don't like exercise. Pugs are very lazy dogs, according to American Kennel Club, but the catch 22 is that they are prone to overeating and weight gain, which is hard to remedy since they don't like exercise all that much. Moderate exercise, especially indoors where they won't overheat, is best.
Bullmastiffs don't get anxiety.
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Bullmastiffs only need a couple of walks per day and spend most of the day napping. They also don't have anxiety about being left alone at home for long periods of time. However, if you're in the market for a lazy dog because you live in an apartment, Bullmastiffs are typically around 100 lbs and that might be too much dog for a small space, according to Dogtime.com.
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Basset Hounds are great sleepers.
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While they love to run in a pack with other dogs, the American Kennel club says Basset Hounds need only one "daily walk at a moderate pace," and that "after a walk or play session they'll typically settle down for a comfortable sleep."
Saint Bernards love hanging with humans.
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The Saint Bernard is often called a "nanny dog" because they'll trade the chance to play fetch in favor of hanging around the house with their humans, said Vetstreet.com.
You could even bring a French Bulldog to the office with you.
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There's a reason so many city-dwellers own French Bulldogs. You could bring a Frenchie to the office and they won't do much aside from wander around. A couple of brisk walks is all they really need, according to Frenchbulldogclub.org.
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Newfoundlands need exercise, but they don't want it.
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The American Kennel Club says that Newfoundlands need regular exercise to stay healthy, but they'd much rather lounge around the backyard or go for a leisurely swim (yes, swim) than go on a hike.
