If you are a dog lover you might find this information very helpful. Dogs have long been a great companion of many people. They can be a wonderful addition to any family, you just need to know what type of dog best suits you and your loved ones.

No need to worry as you can take a look at the best dog breeds to have in your home. You will soon see that the list is a very good one. So as you go through I hope you find the list worth the time.

#15 Pug

The Pug is a short stocky dog breed that is well-loved by many dog lovers. They don’t need as much grooming and exercise as other dogs and can be lots of fun. It is said that Pugs can suffer from breathing problems due to their flat face.

Pugs can live from 12-15 years on average.This is surprising as breathing issues can affect any living creature.

#14 English Cocker Spaniel

The English Cocker Spaniel is a very lively and furry canine that loves the family and great with children. The dog is medium-sized and is easily trained to do tricks and obey commands.

This breed life expectancy is 12-15 years of age. This small dog has a very long life span and is very popular.

#13 Hungarian Vizsla

The Hungarian Vizsla is a tall muscular but slender dog that is very children friendly and though gentle will defend the family if threatened, which is true for the other dogs on this list. They can live from 12-15 years on average. T

his means this breed can be a family member for a long time. Its slender body and masculine look draws attention.

#12 Bichon Frise

The Bichon Frise is a cute little adorable dog that is considered to have a very light-hearted personality. These dogs are very small and considered lap dogs, so they can easily fit in a child’s lap or arms.

These dogs live an average of 12-15 years, which is considered a long time. I think this type of dog requires a lot of attention, so consider this when getting one.

#11 Boxer


Boxers are truly fun-loving dogs even though they may look very menacing in appearance. They are considered very energetic dogs so if you are the type of family that keeps active this dog will work very well.

They live 10-12 years on average which is a bit shorter than other dogs. However you wouldn’t mind having such a distinguished canine as part of the family.