Many people who want to get a dog face the challenge of caring for it. Besides walking and feeding, prospective owners must first address the animal's hyperactivity, as sometimes even hours of active playtime aren't enough. Then another solution comes to mind: getting a naturally lazy pet, as they don't require much grooming. Let's take a look at the top 5 laziest dog breeds, which don't require long walks or tedious playtime with children!
Newfoundland
This dog breed is rightly called the most loyal. Newfoundlands are highly social dogs, their primary purpose being to serve humans. They have a very sedate and friendly nature, are never intrusive, and don't bark or jump on others without reason. They get along well with children. Although Newfoundlands don't like to exercise much, this doesn't detract from their personality. They give the impression of gentle giants, making them ideal for large families.
Basset Hound
Basset Hounds were once hunting dogs, but the less "working" they were given over time, the more clumsy and lazy they became. Like a true hound, the Basset Hound has a gentle nature, but can also be vindictive and stubborn. To please this demanding pet, it's essential to provide it with its own comfortable bed—it's the best gift for it. Otherwise, like a true lazy dog, the Basset Hound will settle into your sofa or bed and spend the entire day lying there. Competing with such a pet's laziness will be very difficult, so it's best to provide it with all the benefits in advance and not allow it to harbor a grudge.
St. Bernard
This breed originated high in the Alps. Surrounded by constant cold, these dogs are accustomed to moving little to conserve energy and warmth. This character trait is observed even in modern descendants of the St. Bernard. Despite being huge, plush dogs, they remain wonderful pets with a good disposition. Even if you don't devote all your free time to your dog, it will still genuinely love you and your family, especially children.
Shih Tzu
The Shih Tzu is distinguished by its very loyal and affectionate nature. She adores her owners and strives to spend every free moment with them. However, she doesn't require constant petting or much time: she'll happily lie on your lap while you're busy, making her a wonderful lap dog and a firm favorite.
English Bulldog
Dogs of this breed are famous for more than just their eccentric appearance. They were once aggressive fighting dogs, but their role gradually changed, and they became toy dogs. English Bulldogs spend most of the day lying down or sleeping, moving with a very leisurely and languid gait, swaying slightly from side to side and frightening everyone with their loud panting. A game of fetch is tantamount to death for a Bulldog; they'll much rather be a quiet companion, languidly perched on their bed on cold winter evenings.
While all these dogs share one trait—a dislike of active play—each breed differs significantly from the other. This gives you a wide range of options for choosing a pet based on your preferences and abilities.
