Not too big, not too small, medium-sized dogs hit just that sweet spot of a pet that’s easy to handle and a lot to love. Or at least, that’s the popular opinion. That’s probably why pooches from this category are considered the best dog breeds for families. So, what breeds fall in this category? Well, dogs in the 24 lbs (11 kg) to 59 lbs (25 kg) weight range are categorized as medium dog breeds.
While there is no denying that handling them can be somewhat easier than say their large- and giant-sized counterparts, it’s crucial to reiterate that a dog’s size alone cannot be a parameter to assess their suitability as a pet for your home.
Some of these breeds are calm by nature, such as the Whippet or Bulldog, and can be an excellent fit for families with kids or people who have busy lives, whereas breeds with more energetic, playful, and strong-headed personalities, such as the Siberian Husky or the Brittany, bred as sled and hunting dogs, respectively, need more hands-on parenting with a right mix of love, discipline, care, and attention.
If you’re leaning in favor of mid-size dogs, All About Dog Parenting will help you zero in on a breed that best aligns with your lifestyle, needs, and expectations through a detailed analysis of their temperament, nature, health concerns, and more. Together we will explore different medium-sized dog breeds, including but not limited to the most popular ones, such as,
• Bulldog
• English Springer Spaniel
• Beagle
• Basset Hound
• Cocker Spaniel
• Border Collie
• Siberian Husky
• Bearded Collie
• Australian Kelpie
• American Water Spaniel
• Bohemian Shepherd
• Bergamasco Sheepdog
• French Pointer
• Brittany
Is your idea of an ideal pet a gentle, intelligent, trainable dog that can be easily managed? Meet the Bernedoodle. Derived from a cross between the Bernese Mountain Dog and the Poodle — hence, the name — Bernedoodle dogs have become a widely popular and well-loved breed since they arrived on the scene in 2003….