Breed & Species Guides
Not every pet is the same — find the right match
Labrador Retriever
Friendly, active, and great with families
Energy Level
High
Exercise Needs
1–2 hours daily
Grooming
Low
Shedding
High (seasonal)
Good with Children
Excellent
Lifespan
10–12 years
Common Health Issues
Golden Retriever
Gentle, loyal, and eager to please
Energy Level
High
Exercise Needs
1–2 hours daily
Grooming
Moderate–High
Shedding
High
Good with Children
Excellent
Lifespan
10–12 years
Common Health Issues
German Shepherd
Intelligent, versatile, and protective
Energy Level
High
Exercise Needs
2 hours daily
Grooming
Moderate–High
Shedding
High (year-round)
Good with Children
Good (with socialisation)
Lifespan
9–13 years
Common Health Issues
French Bulldog
Playful, adaptable, and affectionate
Energy Level
Low–Moderate
Exercise Needs
30–45 min daily
Grooming
Low
Shedding
Low–Moderate
Good with Children
Excellent
Lifespan
10–12 years
Common Health Issues
Poodle (Standard)
Highly intelligent and hypoallergenic
Energy Level
Moderate–High
Exercise Needs
1 hour daily
Grooming
High (professional clipping)
Shedding
Very Low
Good with Children
Excellent
Lifespan
12–15 years
Common Health Issues
Beagle
Curious, merry, and nose-driven
Energy Level
High
Exercise Needs
1 hour+ daily
Grooming
Low
Shedding
Moderate
Good with Children
Excellent
Lifespan
12–15 years
Common Health Issues
Border Collie
The world's smartest dog — needs a job
Energy Level
Very High
Exercise Needs
2+ hours daily
Grooming
Moderate
Shedding
Moderate–High
Good with Children
Good (with training)
Lifespan
12–15 years
Common Health Issues
Siberian Husky
Athletic, striking, and stubborn — a high-energy escape artist
Energy Level
Very High
Exercise Needs
2+ hours daily
Grooming
Moderate
Shedding
High (seasonal blowout)
Good with Children
Excellent
Lifespan
12–14 years
Common Health Issues
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Gentle, affectionate, and people-focused — a true lap dog
Energy Level
Moderate
Exercise Needs
30–60 min daily
Grooming
Moderate
Shedding
Moderate
Good with Children
Excellent
Lifespan
9–14 years
Common Health Issues
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Courageous, affectionate, and brilliant with children
Energy Level
High
Exercise Needs
1–1.5 hours daily
Grooming
Low
Shedding
Low–Moderate
Good with Children
Excellent
Lifespan
12–14 years
Common Health Issues
Dachshund
Bold, curious, and full of personality — protect that long back
Energy Level
Moderate
Exercise Needs
30–60 min daily
Grooming
Low (smooth) / Moderate (long & wire)
Shedding
Low–Moderate
Good with Children
Good
Lifespan
12–16 years
Common Health Issues
Cocker Spaniel
Gentle, cheerful, and eager to please — a sporting family pet
Energy Level
High
Exercise Needs
1 hour daily
Grooming
High (regular trimming)
Shedding
Moderate
Good with Children
Excellent
Lifespan
12–15 years
Common Health Issues
Mixed Breed
Unique — often healthier than purebreds
Energy Level
Varies
Exercise Needs
Varies — assess individually
Grooming
Varies
Shedding
Varies
Good with Children
Usually good (assess temperament)
Lifespan
10–18 years (hybrid vigour)
Common Health Issues
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