Of course, breeding isn’t everything. Lots of other factors, including training and socialization can affect how travel-worthy your dog might be. Curious? Check out our photo gallery to find some of the dogs that
can be good matches for people who like to travel.
Fan of the Outdoors? Consider These Breeds
Whether you’re going camping, standup paddleboarding or hiking,
outdoor adventures can be even more fun with a furry best friend by your side.
It helps if your dog actually enjoys the great outdoors. Hiking aficionados
may want to consider a Bloodhound, since he can use his scenting abilities on
the trail. Similarly, fishing fans should look into the Portuguese Water Dog, a
breed developed for driving fish into nets. Of course, there are plenty of other
outdoor-loving breeds: Meet nine more of them here.
If You Love the Water, Consider These Dogs
For many of us, it’s not vacation unless there’s sun, sand
and water. And there are plenty of breeds out there who are known for enjoying trips to
the ocean, bay, river or lake just as much as you do. For instance, with his
weather-resistant coat, energetic disposition and love for getting wet, the
versatile Labrador Retriever is an obvious choice. Here are eight other breeds
that may enjoy living on the water.
If you have your eyes set on a pup of a water-loving breed,
then you should probably steer clear of water-shy dogs. While they may
thoroughly enjoy hanging in your beach house or strolling along the shoreline,
they may not be so thrilled about getting wet.
Look for Quiet Dog Breeds; Avoid Noisy Dog Breeds
Traveling often means staying in hotels, campsites or RV
parks with thin walls and lots of neighbors. This could be a recipe for
disaster if you have a dog who barks to his heart’s content. Your best
bet is choosing a travel companion that tends to be quiet. We surveyed 218
veterinary professionals to get their takes on the breeds who aren’t known for being barkers, and
here’s how they responded. Some dogs that made the list, like the Collie, may
surprise you.
When you take a dog on the road with you, he should be on
his best behavior. He’ll probably be interacting with people he doesn’t know in
unfamiliar environments. Your trip is much more likely to go smoothly if your
dog listens to your commands and obeys them. Looking for a breed that will hopefully take training in stride? Consider the Poodle,
Miniature Schnauzer or one of these trainable dog breeds.
