Calm Dog Breeds may be giant or tiny, belong to many different breed groups, and have vastly different purposes from lap dogs to guard dogs.

The one thing that each calm breed has in common is their tendency to have a calm temperament. While there is no doubt that certain breeds have a calmer nature than others, it is also true that a dog’s temperament is influenced by it’s upbringing and experiences. But, all things being equal, some dog breeds are definitely more excitable than others. A Working Cocker Spaniel or a Flat-Coated Retriever will always be more active and excitable than a Whippet or a Scottish Deerhound, for example.