20 Best Dog Breeds for Runners
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20 best dog breeds for runners dogs may
be that a perfect running partners
they’re always ready to go they eagerly
keep pace and they never complain about
being tired but not every dog is built
for running the ideal jogging companion
is low maintenance and obedient with
energy and endurance these 20 breeds are
a great place to start
number one Rhodesian Ridgeback rhodesian
Ridgebacks were originally bred to hunt
lions in Africa so they are extremely
athletic yet surprisingly good with
people
this magnificent breed has an efficient
stride and a short low-maintenance coat
that helps when running in the heat
number two women or what makes the women
er such a great choice for running
companion is its endless adaptability
the graceful gray ghost breed is touted
by runners world as excelling at short
quick bursts and pacing for long
distances with a low-maintenance short
coat for hot climates the wim runner is
also great at navigating rough terrain
or trails and it is fearless easily
trained and a great family pet a winner
all around
number three Border Collie herding dogs
are agile runners and the border collie
is considered one of the most
intelligent of the breeds this dog loves
having a job to do says the American
Kennel Club so keep it busy as a
faithful and sure-footed running mate
number four Australian Shepherd the
Australian Shepherd is another busybody
herding breed that sets itself apart
with its people skills and protective
nature this breed would make a wonderful
addition to an active family and a good
companion for anyone who likes to
explore different kinds of terrain
number five german shepherd dog german
shepherd dogs are known for having many
talents and running is one of them
strong and durable built this breed can
keep pace with the best of them even
better German Shepherds are good with
kids
protective and eager to please sure to
become much more than a running
companion
number six Dalmatian Dalmatians can keep
pace with horses which means they can
keep pace with you these large and lean
dogs were classically employed to run
ahead of firefighting carriages and
clear the way but they’re just as happy
running through the park great if you’re
looking for a more protective breed to
accompany your long-distance jogs
number seven Alaskan Malamute the
Alaskan Malamute has a thick coat and
was bred to carry loads over long
distances
so it is a great endurance runner and
good for those who live in colder
climates with their hardy build and
intelligence Malamutes will gladly tough
out less than ideal conditions by your
side
number eight vasila experienced runners
will appreciate the vasila super
athleticism
according to runner’s world this breed
excels at speed endurance navigating
obstacles and even jumping what further
sets viswas apart is their exceptional
train ability which could be a plus for
those who live in busy areas or want to
skip a leash
number nine Airedale Terrier live
somewhere Hut
the Airedale Terrier has a short wiry
coat made for just such a place
Airedales loved to run but since they’re
on the smaller side you’ll probably get
along best if you’re running 10k or less
according to runners world
10 Jack Russell terrier small but mighty
Jack Russell terriers have boundless
energy and can run for surprisingly
extended periods of time if you’re
looking for a more compact long-distance
running mate this adventurous breed
should be just right
number eleven poodle although the breed
might seem pretentious and even prissy
the standard poodle shouldn’t be
overlooked when it comes to being a
running companion the breed has plenty
of energy but isn’t short on
intelligence or obedience either the
poodle was bred as a gun dog and a water
retriever and the breed retains those
athletic instincts which will surely
kick in on a long slow run
number 12 Belgian Shepherd not only does
this dog breed have an elegant proud
stature but it’s gate follows suit with
a smooth tireless stride that is perfect
for long slow runs this dog is so
graceful in fact that you might look
clumsy running alongside it this strong
and lean breed also known as the Belgian
Shepherd won’t tire after all these dogs
have worked as herders message carriers
ambulance dogs and even machine gun
pullers during WWI according to the
American Kennel Club
number thirteen English Setter English
setters get feisty read ruin furniture
when not exercised enough which is good
incentive to get outside although this
breed was bred as a gun dog for running
in fields all day their optimal distance
for a road run is about four to six
miles and stay out of the woods their
long fur can easily gather brambles and
twigs
number fourteen Siberian Husky Huskies
were bred as sled dogs so it’s in their
nature to run and run some more their
endurance is never-ending and the colder
the weather the better so if you’re one
of those crazy people who ran through
the polar vortex this is the breed for
you thick fur a soft undercoat and a
longer course top coat keep Huskies well
insulated in the nastiest conditions for
days at a time
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number fifteen German Shorthaired
Pointer German Shorthaired Pointers are
true endurance athletes they require
regular exercise every day thanks to a
lean build and muscular hind quarters
this breed is great for long runs more
than 10 miles and even keeping up with
cyclists bred as hunting dogs GS peas
are sure-footed and have good reaction
time making them just as good if not
better on trails as on the road
number 16 Brittany Spaniel get ready for
that pleading look that just says I want
to go outside
brittany spaniels are eager to please
very smart and very energetic they need
lots of exercise more than just a walk
around the block legian white boned
these hunting dogs are quick and agile
number 17 boxer ever seen a boxer burn
or a NASCAR lap often boxers will get a
burst of energy and zip around the yard
or living room as fast as they can until
they plop down completely spent this
explosion of energy makes sense as
boxers have running in their blood they
were once used as couriers during
wartime and to chase down large game
such as wild boar and bison
number 18 Labrador Retriever Labs are
used to being on these types of lists
you’ll also find them in our best family
dogs and best active dogs galleries so
it’s no surprise that they’re included
here two Labrador retrievers are lean
but sturdy and have enough energy to
keep pace with a sprint workout or go
the distance on a 10k like all gun dog
breeds labs can be extremely obedient
and willing to work around the clock
making them the perfect adventure
companion
number 19 Australian Cattle Dog a
natural herder the Australian Cattle Dog
also known as a Queensland blue or red
healer is an athletic agile breed
weighing in at around 35 pounds their
instinctual hard work ethic means they
love having a job or a task at hand
so they make perfect running partners to
push you out the door and to the finish
line
number twenty American Staffordshire
Terrier the stocky and squat American
Staffordshire Terrier doesn’t look like
a running dog but it has plenty of
energy agility and muscle to join you on
a quick few mile jog vigorous daily
exercise will make this dog and you
happier the am staff as it’s sometimes
called loves having a job to do such as
pushing you one more time around the
block
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