Dogs have either lived outdoors or indoors over the years. Many dog breeds are best suited indoors while others are best suited to living outdoors. The dog breeds that are best suited to living outdoors are the ones that can handle being outdoors in all kinds of weather and can do things that other breeds do not have the capability of doing. The following is a list of ten dog breeds that are best for outdoor living.
This beautiful dog breed is best suited for the outdoors since he is usually one of the best guard dogs. They are a natural at guarding and protecting those that need protecting. German Shepherds are usually used for police work and they are part of the working group of dogs. In cold weather, he has a coat that keeps him warm. They are quite satisfied with living outdoors in either day or night. Their guarding instincts are best suited for these dogs to be left outside. They are an intelligent breed who are eager to to learn from you or their trainer.
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Siberian Husky’s are one of the most hardy breeds there is. They have done a lot in the past that deals with sledding and staying outside in the cold, in some of the areas that have the worst weather and lands that are usually not easy to live in. They have one of the most amazing abilities to live anywhere and and tend to thrive in climates that are colder because of their heavy coats. They love to explore and roam.
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3. Rottweiler
He can be an indoors or outdoors, but this breed is more suited for outdoors. He is a powerful animal who is best at guarding those who need guarding. He has protective instincts that are natural and can become aggressive if not trained properly. They make excellent guard dogs and they can be a pet that is alert and quiet. They are very intelligent, eager and willing to learn whatever their owner is willing to train them.
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4. Mastiff
Mastiff’s are the kind of breed that can thrive outdoors and be able to guard their homes. They do need to have that contact with their owners but their preference is to be outdoors so they can do the job that they were bred to do. He is a large dog that is very powerful, is loyal, brave, and another breed that is a very good guard dog. Needs to have someone who can be firm but kind in their training of him. Can become aggressive towards other animals and people.
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5. Great Pyrenees
The Great Pyrenees is a breed that seems to thrive in the cold and the outdoors. This breed is one of the best in guarding his charges but is also a companion that can be loyal. He has good instincts and a desire to protect. Trained for outdoors work, they need to be trained early so problems won’t occur later. They are intelligent, independent, and quiet. He may be suited outdoors, but he is the happiest when he is the only dog in the family.
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This breed of dog is do huge that he thrives on being outdoors. They are considered gentle giants and they enjoy the outdoors more than most. They are an intelligent, quiet and loyal dog who moves with such grace and beauty. They are a breed that is patient and they are slow to get angry. He has his own mind, needs to have a handler that is firm but gentle. They are a gentle breed around children. Needs plenty of areas to let roam and exercise.
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7. Australian Shepherd
Australian Shepherds are one of the best breeds who thrive on the outdoors, but as long as they have stuff to do while they are outdoors. They crave activity the most and needs people who understand them. They have a very strong guarding instincts and they love to herd. High energy dogs. Need a lot of exercise and they have demands on their people for their time and attention.
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8. American Fox Hound
The American Fox Hound was originally bred to go after foxes and so he thrives to be in the outdoors. He needs plenty of room to roam and does not thrive indoors. He loves to hunt and run for many hours. Very active and needs constant stimulation. Prefers country life instead of city life. Intelligent, brave and has a personality that is happy.
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9. Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
This breed enjoys and thrives on being outdoors. They were bred to be outdoors to be a guard, haul carts, and herd animals. They are a patient animal who is also a dog that is calm. Intelligent, loyal, alert, and loving. They are a breed that is watchful and will protect.
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This breed can live anywhere, but has a preference to living outdoors. He is one who rather be outdoors roaming but can live indoors. They have a strong instinct to herd and can also be seen just lounging around. They need daily exercise and need a firm hand in the training area. They are stubborn and intelligent.
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