12 Best Dogs For Bachelors

If you are a single man who is looking to get a dog then there might be several motivations behind it. Firstly, you may be lonely and need companionship. Secondly, you might want a dog that can guard your house. One of your motivations could also be that you want an irresistibly cute puppy that will help you attract some female attention.

Now whatever be your motivation, you must select the dog breed accordingly. The best dogs for bachelors can be of a wide variety. It really depends on what kind of a bachelor you are. Usually the best dogs for bachelors are considered to be the hassle free ones. For example, bulldogs and Great Danes are dog breeds that can be around on their own and don't want too much attention.

The best dogs for bachelors could also be manly dog breeds like German Shepherds and Terriers. These guard dog breeds are extremely ferocious. They can be excellent companions and also efficient watchmen. But alas, manly dog breeds will not make the pretty girls coo. The best dogs for bachelors who are looking to impress girls are the cute ones. Pugs, Maltese, Labradors have very cute puppies that will attract all the girls who jog in your park.

Here is a mixed collection on the best dogs for bachelors that covers the various needs of a single man.

Great Dane

Great Dane

The Great Dane is quite 'great' in terms of size. But they are also surprisingly easy to handle dogs. They are gentle by nature and can loaf around all day just by themselves when you are out for work.

Pug

Pug

Women find pugs quite irresistible. They are small and cute in an inherent way. Pugs too are not aggressive and interfering. They are intelligent and self-reliant dogs who don't need too much exercise.

Havanese

Havanese

Havanese are medium in size and quite by nature. They are also furry and fluffy so the women love to coo over them. They are also incredibly adaptable to any kind of living style. Surely one of the best dogs for bachelors to raise on their own.

German Shepherd

German Shepherd

Manly, aggressive and fiercely loyal dog, that is German Shepherd for you. They are the most intelligent dogs in the world and thus one of the best companions for single men.

Labrador

Labrador

Labradors are playful dogs that are usually kept by families. However, there is nothing cuter in the world than Lab puppies. So if you want the attention of your neighbourhood girls, get a Lab.

Rottweiler

Rottweiler

Rottweilers are one of the best dogs for bachelors because they have strange affinity towards men. Many owners have observed that rottweilers take orders only from the man of the house.

Yorkshire Terrier

Yorkshire Terrier

Yorkshire Terriers are small in size and not very exuberant by nature. They are also incredibly furry and cute.

Grey Hound

Grey Hound

Grey hounds are the best dogs to stay alone in an apartment. They are not too aggressive or do not need too much exercise.

Mastiff

Mastiff

Mastiffs are manly due to their sheer size. They are huge and usually easier for men to handle. They need lots of exercise and have to be exceedingly well trained.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is a regal dog breed. It loves to play around and have luxuriant hair. It is also one of the most intelligent dogs for a single man to have.

English Bulldog

English Bulldog

The English bulldog is large and cuddly. It is also very quite and self sufficient. Bull dogs don't need constant attention. So you can always leave them behind alone at home.

Papillon

Papillon

Papillon is a shy but friendly dog breed. Its size is small and that makes it suitable for apartments. Papillons are reserved by nature and do not disturb their masters. But if you are in the mood for play, they can be good play mates.

Story first published: Tuesday, August 6, 2013, 16:13 [IST]
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