Companion dog usually describes a dog that does not work, providing only companionship as a pet, rather than usefulness by doing specific tasks. Many of the toy dog breeds are used only for the pleasure of their company, not as workers. Any dog can be a companion dog, and many working types such as retrievers are enjoyed primarily for their friendly nature as a family pet, as are mixed breed dogs. The American Kennel Club also offers a Companion dog title for judged dog obedience competitions.
List of Companion Dogs:[]
- Affenpinscher
- Alaskan Klee Kai
- American Alsatian
- American Eskimo
- American Hairless Terrier
- Askal (Aspin)
- Australian Silky Terrier (Silky Terrier)
- Basset Hound
- Beagle
- Bichon Frisé
- Boston Terrier
- Brussels Griffon
- Bulldog
- Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
- Chihuahua
- Chinese Crested
- Dalmatian
- Dachshund Miniature
- Dachshund Standard
- French Bulldog
- German Spitz
- Havanese
- Indian Spitz
- Italian Greyhound
- Japanese Chin
- Japanese Spitz
- King Charles Spaniel
- Lhasa Apso
- Maltese
- Mexican Hairless Dog (Xoloitzcuintli)
- Miniature Pinscher
- Papillon
- Pekingnese
- Pitbull
- Pomeranian
- Poodle (Toy)
- Pug
- Shih Tzu
- Staffordshire Bull Terrier