BBreedPicks

All dog breeds

25 breeds, each with a trait profile that drives our gear rankings. Pick your breed to see breed-specific picks.

French Bulldog

small

Compact, flat-faced companions that love to lounge. Prone to sensitive stomachs and weight gain.

small breedsflat-faced (brachycephalic)sensitive stomachs

Labrador Retriever

large

Energetic, food-driven family dogs. Large-frame joints need long-term support.

large breedshigh energyfood-motivated

German Shepherd

large

Athletic, loyal working dogs. Sensitive digestion and hip health are lifelong concerns.

large breedshigh energysensitive stomachs

Beagle

medium

Curious scenthounds with big appetites. Weight management is the #1 feeding challenge.

medium breedsfood-motivateda tendency to gain weight

Poodle

medium

Smart, athletic dogs with curly coats. Skin sensitivities shape their care needs.

medium breedshigh intelligencesensitive skin

Golden Retriever

large

Friendly, intelligent family dogs with a love for retrieving. Prone to hip dysplasia and weight gain, requiring portion control.

large breedshigh energyhigh intelligence

Dachshund

small

Small, long-backed scent hounds with a big personality. Prone to spinal (IVDD) issues and obesity, so weight management is critical.

small breedsfood-motivatedhigh intelligence

Bulldog

medium

Calm, courageous companions with a stocky build and flat face. Sensitive to heat and prone to skin fold issues and weight gain.

medium breedsflat-faced (brachycephalic)low energy

Pug

small

Charming, mischievous toy dogs with a flat face and curly tail. Highly food-motivated and prone to obesity and breathing sensitivities.

small breedsflat-faced (brachycephalic)a tendency to gain weight

Rottweiler

large

Powerful, loyal working dogs with a protective nature. Need consistent training and are prone to hip dysplasia and weight gain.

large breedshigh energyhigh intelligence

Yorkshire Terrier

small

Tiny, confident toy dogs with a silky coat. Prone to sensitive stomachs and dental issues, requiring carefully formulated nutrition.

small breedssensitive stomachssensitive skin

Boxer

large

Energetic, playful athletes with a flat face and muscular build. Prone to sensitive stomachs and bloat, needing ample daily exercise.

large breedsflat-faced (brachycephalic)high energy

Siberian Husky

medium

Endurance sled dogs with high energy and a thick double coat. Prone to sensitive stomachs and needing vigorous daily exercise.

medium breedshigh energyhigh intelligence

Great Dane

large

Gentle giants known for their massive size and friendly nature. Prone to joint issues and bloat, requiring careful, portioned feeding.

large breedsjoint issuessensitive stomachs

Chihuahua

small

Tiny, big-personality toy dogs with a long lifespan. Prone to dental issues and sensitive stomachs, needing nutrient-dense food.

small breedssensitive stomachssensitive skin

Australian Shepherd

medium

Highly intelligent, energetic herding dogs that thrive on having a job. Need lots of mental and physical stimulation to stay balanced.

medium breedshigh energyhigh intelligence

Shih Tzu

small

Affectionate lap dogs with a flat face and flowing coat. Prone to obesity, skin sensitivities, and heat intolerance.

small breedsflat-faced (brachycephalic)sensitive skin

Border Collie

medium

Widely regarded as the most intelligent breed, these tireless herding dogs need constant mental and physical activity.

medium breedshigh energyhigh intelligence

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

small

Gentle, affectionate companion dogs with a silky coat. Food-motivated and prone to weight gain and heart issues.

small breedsfood-motivateda tendency to gain weight

Bernese Mountain Dog

large

Large, calm working dogs with a striking tri-color coat. Prone to joint issues and a sensitive stomach, with a relatively short lifespan.

large breedsjoint issuessensitive stomachs

Boston Terrier

small

Compact, friendly companions with a flat face and tuxedo markings. Prone to sensitive stomachs and excess gas.

small breedsflat-faced (brachycephalic)sensitive stomachs

Cocker Spaniel

medium

Merry, gentle sporting dogs with a flowing coat. Prone to ear infections and sensitive skin, needing regular grooming.

medium breedssensitive skinsensitive stomachs

Havanese

small

Cheerful, small companion dogs with a silky coat. Energetic and intelligent, they thrive on human companionship.

small breedshigh energyhigh intelligence

Maltese

small

Tiny, elegant lap dogs with a long white coat. Prone to sensitive stomachs and skin, requiring gentle, easily digested nutrition.

small breedssensitive stomachssensitive skin

Doberman Pinscher

large

Sleek, athletic guard dogs known for loyalty and intelligence. High-energy and needing vigorous exercise and consistent training.

large breedshigh energyhigh intelligence