What breeds make good guide dogs?

Labradors, Golden Retrievers and German Shepherds have been and remain our most common pure breeds on the programme. Historically the Golden Retriever crossed with the Labrador has produced the most successful guide dog of all, combining many of the great traits of both breeds.

Do guide dogs have to be a certain breed?

Guide dog breeds are chosen for temperament and trainability. At the moment Golden Retrievers, Labradors, Standard Poodles, German Shepherds, and Golden Retriever/Labrador crosses are most likely to be chosen by service animal facilities. The most popular breed used globally today is the Labrador Retriever.

Why are Labradors used as guide dogs?

There are two more excellent reasons as to why we train Labradors to help our clients. Firstly, their size is perfect because an assistance dog needs to be seen easily when standing beside a wheelchair or at the side of the road. Secondly, their health issues are well-documented.

What are the healthiest dogs to own?

22 Healthiest Dog Breeds With the Least Health Problems

of 22. Australian Cattle Dog. Known to help ranchers keep herds in check, Australian Cattle Dogs love being outdoors.
of 22. Australian Shepherd.
of 22. Basenjis.
of 22. Beagle.
of 22. Belgian Malinois.
of 22. Bichon Frise.
of 22. Border Collie.
of 22. Chihuahua.

What dogs are the hardest to train?

Top 10 Hardest Dog Breeds to Train

Rottweiler. The first impression you get with a Rottweiler is their sheer size.
American Pit Bull Terrier.
Siberian Husky.
Bullmastiff.
Chinese Shar-Pei.
Afghan Hound.
Basset Hound.
Beagle.

What are the top three most aggressive dogs?

While the Wolf Hybrid is the most aggressive dog, other dog breeds commonly labeled as the most aggressive include the Cane Corso, Rottweiler, Doberman Pinscher, Chow Chow, Siberian Husky, Pit Bull Terrier, and other breeds mentioned above.