Best Dog Breeds for the Introverted Homebody

There is a dog breed for every kind of person. Though introverts have been linked to cats, there are dog breeds out there that fit exactly right with introverted personalities. Some calmer canine cultures work nicely with the type of human personality who prefers quiet activities and avoids small talk. While dogs are known for being pack animals — there are a variety of pups out there who would rather hang low with their humans. So, let’s look at the best dog breeds for the introverted homebody.

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Chow Chow

The fluffy distinctive-looking pup with a black tongue adapts well to apartment living and prefers being alone to hanging in dog parks or chilling with people. The Chow Chow’s energy is typically low — and their demand for exercise is low. They are a good dog breed choice for the kind of introverts who enjoy their time indoors reading, watching good television and hanging with their best pups.

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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Remember Elizabeth Taylor, the perfect pup that belonged to Charlotte from Sex and the City? Turns out, this large toy-breed lives for laps and is so into nights in with their humans. They have well-rounded personalities and adapt well to different lifestyles — including that of an introvert. Bonus: Some folks even use Cavalier King Charles Spaniels as therapy dogs.

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Shiba Inu

Cat-like personalities in very cute dog-like bodies. Debunking stereotypes like all dogs are pack animals — the Shiba Inu is independent in nature, and similar to cats, spends a healthy amount of their time grooming themselves with licks. These Japanese dogs have a classic friendly canine face and makes for an ideal pet for the introvert.

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Basset Hound

If we were to project human characteristics onto our canine companions, we’d love the always-judging and forever-unimpressed face of the Basset Hound. This low-maintenance dog breed is a great companion for those who prefer time spent solo (with a sleeping hound nearby).

In case you're wondering, Bassets can also be the best dog breed depending on your job.

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Italian Greyhounds

These fragile timid dogs live to nibble, cuddle and nap. Italian Greyhounds require minimal exercise — and in fact, during long walks, you may end up with the lil Iggy in your arms. They avoid bad weather — but love basking in the sun. The wrong dog for an extrovert but the perfect dog breed for an introvert.

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Great Danes

Big dogs with small demands — these gentle giants prefer hanging on the couch with you. In their younger years, though, they do enjoy long walks if living in smaller homes (read: the city). They’re pretty chill doggos though — are big into the calm and don’t need a lot of exercise. Beware: The life expectancy for these big lovable dogs is only 8-10 years.

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Yorkie-Poo

This hybrid-breed of Yorkshire Terrier and Poodle makes for an intelligent, loyal, gentle and affectionate dog breed that is perfect for singles who live in apartments in the city. They do experience separation anxiety from being away from their humans — but they’re also content just being in close proximity to you. So if you’re an introvert looking for a soulmate in a pup, this dog breed may be the one to satisfy your needs.

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Pomeranian

Sniffing out the fluffiest, loyal, loving and surprisingly smart lil doggo to keep you company while you piece together puzzles? The Pomeranian attaches well to adults and makes for the sweetest roommate for those who like to live alone. These toy dogs make for great rescues — you’d be able to vibe out their personalities as adults and see if they fit well with your own.

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French Bulldog

Not only are French Bulldogs ridiculously cute, they have t-shirts associated with them that read, “introverted but willing to discuss french bulldogs.” These rare adorable pups historically served as companion dogs, which makes sense since they’re easy to train, get along with most folks and other animals — and don’t require too much exercise. Also, they adapt well to apartment living!

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Chinese Crested

These devoted, unique small dogs really take to their humans — and come in two varieties: Hairless and Powderpuff (with hair). It’s said that these dogs were bred for companionship for people with disabilities — and are totally cool with hanging indoors with you all day. They can maintain health with minimal exercise — demanding only short walks with their owners but promising excellent companionship.

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