Find the Right Dog Breed for Your Lifestyle

Choosing a dog isn’t just about picking the cutest face — it’s about finding a breed that fits your real life. Energy level, size, grooming needs, trainability, apartment vs. yard, kids in the mix — different breeds were developed for different jobs, and those instincts still matter.

Use the filters below to narrow down dog breeds based on your preferences and daily routine. When you find a match, click Learn More to view the full breed profile on Diplomutt for deeper insights and photos.

Not sure what factors matter most? Start with our guide on how to choose the right puppy before narrowing by breed.

Which Sizes?
Kids?
How Active?
Allergies?

Staffordshire Bull Terrier

Big Love in a Compact Body
XS
SMALL
MEDIUM
LARGE
XL
24
-
38
lbs

M
Average
Kids
No

Toy Poodle

Tiny, Smart, and Devoted
XS
SMALL
MEDIUM
LARGE
XL
4
-
6
lbs

XS
Average
Kids
Yes

Vizsla

Velcro With a Vroom
XS
SMALL
MEDIUM
LARGE
XL
45
-
60
lbs

M
High
Kids
No

Weimaraner

Built for Speed. Glued to Your Side.
XS
SMALL
MEDIUM
LARGE
XL
55
-
90
lbs

L
High
Kids
No

Welsh Terrier

The Gentleman Terrier
XS
SMALL
MEDIUM
LARGE
XL
20
-
22
lbs

M
High
Kids
No

West Highland White Terrier

Confident, Cute, and Full of Sass
XS
SMALL
MEDIUM
LARGE
XL
15
-
20
lbs

S
Average
Kids
Yes

Whippet

Soft Zoom Machine
XS
SMALL
MEDIUM
LARGE
XL
25
-
40
lbs

M
High
Kids
No

Wire Fox Terrier

All Terrier, All the Time
XS
SMALL
MEDIUM
LARGE
XL
15
-
18
lbs

M
High
Kids
No

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

The Ultimate Outdoor Buddy
XS
SMALL
MEDIUM
LARGE
XL
35
-
60
lbs

M
High
Kids
No

Yorkshire Terrier

Tiny Dog, Major Drama
XS
SMALL
MEDIUM
LARGE
XL
4
-
7
lbs

XS
High
Kids
Yes