5 Great Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds

You want a dog, but you're concerned about the amount of work involved to keep him happy, healthy and looking good. Fear not! Although dogs need and deserve time for exercise, purposeful play and training, you can select from an array of breeds with a low-maintenance grooming reputation.

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Photo by: Nick Ridley, Animal Photography
Golden Retriever: Water Literally Rolls Off Coat
Born to be wet, some breeds have thick, oily coats that insulate their wearers from temperature fluctuations and repel water so that the dog dries quickly after a dunking. The Golden Retriever is a classic example. The skin oils that coat the fur not only repel dirt, they also cause the coat to dry quickly with a good shake. Other water-loving dogs with ... more
Photo by: Nick Ridley, Animal Photography
Golden Retriever: Water Literally Rolls Off Coat
Born to be wet, some breeds have thick, oily coats that insulate their wearers from temperature fluctuations and repel water so that the dog dries quickly after a dunking. The Golden Retriever is a classic example. The skin oils that coat the fur not only repel dirt, they also cause the coat to dry quickly with a good shake. Other water-loving dogs with water-repellent, quick-drying coats include the Otterhound, Newfoundland, Labrador Retriever, Irish Water Spaniel and Airedale. Unless they've rolled in something stinky that can't be brushed out, most water dogs need a bath only rarely, from once a month to once or twice a year. less

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