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Best cuddly dogs: Top 6 dog breeds that love snuggling

Posted May 1, 2020

 
Woman snuggles on couch with Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.
Several dog breeds, including Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, are known for being cuddly dogs.

Dogs are naturally companion pets, and they often take pleasure in receiving attention too. While some dog breeds are more independent and less likely to want to cuddle with you, others seek out continuous friendship and constant affection in the same way humans do. Cuddly dogs do so for several reasons, including loneliness, protection, and affection.

Whether you’re seeking a small-sized pet dog to share your couch with or a lap dog so big they require their reclining chair, there’s a dog for you.

Our list of the best cuddly dogs contains lots of bed warming, couch sharing, and kiss giving pups.

While the dog types on this list have cuddly tendencies and personalities, it’s worthwhile to note that every pet has an individual character (despite its breed) and may not want to be showered with affection frequently or at all.

A dog’s personality, temperament, socialization, and the way you raise them plays a significant part in their attitude towards people. However, some breeds are more naturally inclined to be cuddly than others, which is why we created our list.

Goldendoodle

Goldendoodle

Within the last 15 years, the Goldendoodle has become one of the most prominent types of dogs in the United States.

This is because the Goldendoodle is a crossbreed between two of the most famous dog breeds: the Golden Retriever and the Poodle.

Miniature Goldendoodles are crossbred using miniature or tiny poodles.

Goldendoodles tend to be really affectionate, gentle, fun-loving, and also smart. Also, they are typically a leading choice for families because of their nonaggressive attitudes towards children.

It also helps a lot that most Goldendoodles are considered nonshedding and hypoallergenic because of the genetic traits they receive from the Poodle.

Most Goldendoodles are of medium size, so when you are cuddling with them on your bed or couch, make sure you have enough space! Understand these dogs have a great deal of energy, so don’t expect to cuddle with them all day long.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel gives his owner puppy dog eyes, powerful dog facial expressions.

The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is another popular dog breed around the world. They have extraordinarily loving and mild temperaments and personalities.

While you are cuddling with a Cavalier King Charles, you should know that these dogs come from royalty and have been admired since the 17th century. Most Cavalier King Charles Spaniels will love to cuddle with you in the early morning as well as evenings before bed.

They are still a somewhat energetic dog breed, so you’ll have to exercise them every day. These dogs can do well in families with children and other pets.

Yorkshire Terrier

dog sleep safety

There’s a reason that Yorkies are popular, and it’s because they are a cuddly dog breed. You’ll often see this dog being lugged around in someone’s purse or sitting calmly on someone’s lap.

Yorkshire Terriers are a tiny dog breed, and they love to show affection to their dog owners in the form of cuddling.

To the outside world, Yorkies may be a little snappy towards strangers and other dogs, but they love their humans. This dog breed is incredibly caring, and you should expect to have lots of cuddle time.

Pomeranian

celebrity Pomeranian owners

Pomeranians are another small dog breed recognized for being exceptionally dedicated, loyal, and affectionate with their owners, making them a top choice for one of the best cuddly dogs.

Pomeranians can be incredibly sassy and bark at strangers, but it’s because they love being in charge. However, you can expect that your Pom will love to sit next to you or lay on your lap for pets and cuddle time.

The downside of a Pomeranian is that they are not the best dog to introduce to new children or other pets because their personality requires lots of attention. Due to their loyalness, they can get protective of you, which may not bode well for your new children or other pets.

Chihuahua

The long-haired apple head Chihuahua is more common and has fluffier fur like a stuffed toy.

The Chihuahua might be one of the smaller dog breeds, but they spoil you with tons of cuddles.

They like to play with the humans they are closest to, and they get along with children due to their smaller size.

These cuddly dogs are very people-orientated, and thus they require to live in a house where they will have company for the majority of the day.

With the right training as well as socialization, these little pets can be wonderful cuddly companions. They establish strong bonds with their dog owner and just want to a snuggle for a majority of the day.

Bichon Frisé

bichon frise

A lot of people love the Bichon Frisé dog breed due to their adorable face that looks like a cotton ball.

Despite their cute looks, the Bichon Frisé loves to run around and exercise, and they usually enjoy being around humans and other pets.

These dogs are incredibly social and develop strong bonds with children. Bichon Frisé dogs also show lots of affection to their dog owners and are an extremely cuddly dog breed when you just want to relax.

Conclusion

All of the dog breeds on our list are known to be cuddle bugs that develop strong bonds with the humans. We hope that you get a dog that loves to cuddle with you, as this is one of the most precious moments in the world.

Garrett YamasakiGarrett Yamasaki is an avid animal lover and takes care of two family pets: an adopted cat and a Goldendoodle dog. In his free time, he volunteers for the Humane Society of Silicon Valley, where he fosters pets before they get adopted and helps train the animals. Garrett enjoys writing about pets, which is why he started two blogs: We Love Doodles and Miauland.

 

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