Not all types of dogs are comfortable living in an ordinary home. Other dogs were trained to perform some hard labour like guarding, hunting or pulling heavy weights, and such instincts do not evaporate in modern homes. Poor space, time pressure and insufficient specialisation training can cause day-to-day life to be stressful for the owners and the dogs. This does not imply that these breeds are bad or unlovable, it just implies that they may have higher needs than could be afforded by a normal household. The temperature, energy and maintenance needs of a breed are vital factors to consider before taking a dog on board and creating a safe, balanced and satisfying existence among all parties.
Siberian Husky
Siberian Huskies are high-activity dogs who need a lot of exercise each day. They are quick to be discontented, unruly and with a lack of space and organisation, an apartment or low-activity family isn’t the place for them.
Alaskan Malamute
Alaskan Malamutes are strong and independent, raised to pull heavy loads. The first time, dog owners in the normal home environments may be overwhelmed by their power, high energy and the necessity of strong dog leadership.
Belgian Malinois
Belgian Malinois are highly intelligent and driven, and prefer getting down to intense work. They require constant training and tasks, so they cannot be kept as pets when they get anxious and develop behavioural problems.
Cane Corso
The Cane Corsos are strong and protective. Appropriate socialising, handling them in a mature manner and the setting of boundaries are crucial but may not always exist at least consistently in every home.
Tibetan Mastiff
They are independent and territorial, so they can prove to be very good guard dogs. Their detached personality and the protective nature may conflict with hectic homes, guests and being in a close neighbourhood.
Chow Chow
Chow Chows are timid and don’t appreciate being subjected to too much handling. Their obstinate nature and intolerance to noise or messiness do not make them more apt in loud family houses.
Akita
Akitas are friendly and faithful, but violent and usually unforgiving towards other creatures. They require assured owners and organised backgrounds, which are challenging to sustain in the normal homes.
Dogo Argentino
Dogo Argentinos are powerfully built and aggressive, and were originally used for big-game hunting. At home, without firm training, space and supervision, I found them difficult to keep safe.
Australian Cattle Dog
Australian cattledogs are very busy and intelligent animals, they need to use their brains. Nipping and excessive barking, along with boredom-induced destructive behaviour at home, do exist.
Weimaraner
They long for attention and have a dislike of solitude. Separation anxiety and behaviour problems can develop quickly in households where one parent works a lot of hours.
Border Collie
One of the smartest breeds is the Border Collie, although they have to be engaged all the time. They tend to get jittery and hyperactive without tasks of everyday training and problem-solving.
