11 Independent Dog Breeds
by Laura Cross
Published on July 02, 2014
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In the United States, we’re all about our independence — which is why we dedicate a summer holiday to celebrating it.
There are also many dog breeds that tend to be more independent as they were developed to do work that required them to act on their own. Those dogs tend to be smart, but as family pets, they may need more leadership and training than others as they can be stubborn. Ultimately, though, they can be worth it.
In honor of the Fourth of July, click through our photo gallery to see 11 dog breeds that tend to have independent personalities.
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