7 Dog Breeds First-Time Owners Must Avoid

First-time dog owners must avoid those breeds which are very difficult to train, socialize, and deal with major health issues.

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Akita

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Rottweiler

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Australian Cattle Dog

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Belgian Malinois

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Cane Corso

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Shih Tzu

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Siberian Husky

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7 Dog Breeds First-Time Owners Must Avoid

7 Dog Breeds First-Time Owners Must Avoid

First-time dog owners must avoid those breeds which are very difficult to train, socialize, and deal with major health issues.

Akita

The powerful Japanese-American breed is extremely loyal but can be very dangerous for guests and neighbours.

Rottweiler

Very protective dogs, but very strong and difficult to train for first-time inexperienced owners.

Australian Cattle Dog

Medium-sized dogs with a lot of energy require lots of space and exercise to stay fit. Not suitable for households with small space.

Belgian Malinois

Very hardworking and energetic dog breeds usually work in police or military squads, not suitable for households or beginners.

Cane Corso

The large mastiff dogs are known as war and hunting dogs, typically showing behaviour anomalies, making them difficult to handle.

Shih Tzu

The small-sized dog breed requires lots of attention and care, otherwise they create trouble and may harm themselves and others.

Siberian Husky

Not suitable for every climate condition and very difficult to train. Husky shows wolf-like behaviours and stubbornness.

Top 10 Best Dog Breeds For The First-Time Owners

Top 10 Best Dog Breeds For The First-Time Owners