15 Dog Breeds That Love To Do Hard Work
If you own a dog, there is no doubt that you have an opinion about his or her behavior. You might wonder why you ended up with the laziest dog on the planet, or you might wonder just how come you have the most active dog on the planet. It turns out that there are just some dogs that love to get involved with hard work, and there are some that prefer nap time and meal time. Read on to find out if your pet makes the list of 15 dog breeds who love to work hard, or if the dog you want is on this list.
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Irish Setter
These lovely dogs are used for sport. They love hard work, and they don’t tire easily. For this reason alone, many people choose to use them as hunting dogs and as dogs that patrol the farm. They can be trained as herders, they are protective and they are loyal. They are not going to let you down, and they are going to work day and night to make sure your yard and home are safe. Hard work does not intimidate these dogs, which is exactly why people choose to make them pets in their own homes.
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Akita
These Japanese dogs are hunting dogs to a fault. They are born and bred to head out into the wild and hunt. They love to do it, it’s in their genes, and they’re always going to be on the lookout for something they can stalk and find for their owners. Even if you’re not a hunter, your Akita is going to be on the prowl for creatures and critters in your yard at all times. It’s his nature. He’s going to be game to play, go out and get plenty of exercise. He’s not afraid of hard work.
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Schnauzer
These dogs do not look like hard workers, but they are. They look like they’d much rather take a nap or watch television, but they’re actually very energetic and useful. They are typically used to guard livestock and even people, and that’s something that originated in Germany. They are great for big yards in which vermin are present because they will hunt and kill them. Farmers love them for keeping away snakes, rats, mice and other little creatures that might scare or bother their animals. They’re also intelligent dogs that love a challenge and to be exercised on a regular basis.
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Doberman Pinscher
These dogs are nothing if not elegant and chic. They are also masculine and very intimidating. This is part of the reason they make such great guard dogs. They’re also hard workers. They are used often for their speed and agility in police work, and they are tireless. They will work until they accomplish a mission, which is why they are often trained as police and drug dogs. They will use their intelligent nature, their great sense of smell and their loyalty to protect their men and locate suspects, drugs and missing people when they are at work.
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Collies
Collie make great herding dogs. They are primarily used on farms where animals are kept because they like to herd cattle and other animals. They also make great pets because they are fiercely loyal and very protective of their people. They make lovely animals to have because they are not too large, but not too small. They will herd and protect because it is their nature, and that is something that will come in handy if you have small kids and a big yard. These dogs will not let children wander away or go past certain boundaries.
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These dogs love hard work and an active lifestyle. They make great pets because they are intelligent and loyal. They are the kind of dogs that are often trained to help as therapy dogs because of their demeanor, size and intelligence. They are sometimes known as being hyperactive dogs that have too much energy, but with the right training they are calm and helpful. They make lovely pets because they get along well with people and love attention, which is something that dog owners want from their animals. This dog is a hard worker and will not let you down.
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Whippet
These dogs are not commonly found in many households in America, but they are great dogs that love hard work. They are designed to help families with work outside. They make great hound dogs and are often trained on the farm and as protectors. They are loyal and masculine, and hard work does not deter these animals from having fun and being playful. They like daily exercise and an active lifestyle, which means you should only get one if you have time to spend playing and interacting with him or her on a regular basis.
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English Sheepdogs
These are great dogs for people with families. They are sweet and helpful, playful and they are great to teach. They pick up instruction quickly, remain calm in any situation and they are trained as sheepdogs. They are good at patrolling a perimeter, which is good for families with a large yard and critters. They are very loyal, which means they’ll never hesitate to protect a child from an animal or unfamiliar person, and they make great pets. They love the outdoors and they love to run, so a big yard is going to be a must for a dog of this nature.
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Bernese Mountain Dog
These beautiful dogs have long, thick coats and big personalities. They were once considered the most amazing hunting dogs in the world, but they’ve since become the kind of dog people like to have at home just for fun. However, they’re good for farmers. They love to herd cattle, chase cows and work hard. They’re not afraid of getting dirty, wet or running out of breath. They’re also used often as therapy dogs because they are so agile, intelligent and so calm. You’ll see these dogs working hard and not complaining on a regular basis.
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Great Dane
These big, beautiful dogs are some of the hardest working in the world. They are highly intelligent, very easy to teach, and very gentle by nature. They’re good for hunting, for keeping guard and for being very loyal and playful dogs. These are good dogs to get if you have small children. They are big dogs, but they love kids and tend to be very gentle with kids. They’re good watchdogs, almost as good as a babysitter (but you can’t use them as one). These dogs will learn what you teach them, pick up what you have to say and run with it; literally.
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Saint Bernard
These dogs are intelligent enough to be used to locate missing people. They are mountainous dogs that are indigenous to cold areas (that thick fur isn’t for nothing). They’re mostly used for locating missing people in snowstorms and avalanches, but they also make great pets. They will work tirelessly, will be able to locate anything you need and they will never let a family member out of their sight in the wild. They are very obedient, they need and want constant exercise. They’ll want to be exercised on a daily basis, and it’s not really an option.
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Husky
They’re originally used as sled dogs. They’re still used for that in many regions of the world, and they’re very hard workers. They’re also very smart and very easily trained. They are used in many parents of the world as therapy dogs because of their kind nature and their quick ability to learn new traits. They also make great companions and they’re always up for some exercise and work. They are tireless. They will train day and night and never seem to lose their energy. These dogs make great pets because of their fierce loyalty and companionship.
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Samoyed
These dogs are kind of do-it-all dogs. They love to sled, pull, work, herd and they are fast learners. They are often used to herd animals in cold weather, and they are very passionate about being productive. They make great outside dogs, but they’re not so great on the inside. They need a lot of space, they run everywhere and they hate confined spaces. They also tend to bark at everything, which can be an annoyance to those who want a peaceful night sleep without the dog standing in front of the door barking to get out.
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Boxers
When a dog has a body like this, you might expect it to be a hard working dog. After all, it just looks like the kind of dog that works hard to build all that muscle. These dogs were once used and bred to hunt large game, and they’re very strong. They’re not used as much today for hunting, but they do value hard work and aren’t afraid to do it. They’re often used as seeing-eye dogs, and they’re very good with people. They’re even gentle with children, obedient and very intelligent and easy to teach.
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Mastiff
When you have a dog this large, it’s only natural to want to put it to work. These dogs are not strangers to hard work. They’re often trained as watchdogs, and they make great watchdogs for families with a lot of land on which they can roam. These dogs are very gentle around children, and they are very good with big families. They do require a lot of space, however, so they will need a big house and a big yard. They love to be active, so they’re going to want you to play with them regularly.
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