Intelligent, friendly, easily trainable shepherd dogs have become very popular among dog owners in recent years. This is no surprise, as who wouldn't want an obedient, friendly, smart dog that loves its family and adores children?

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We see more and more Border Collies darting around on the streets or running around impatiently in their exercise pens. We understand why this breed is attractive to many people, but it cannot be denied that few are suited to keeping them. Today, we have compiled a list of shepherd dogs that are easier for families, couples, and even single people to handle, some of which are comfortable living in apartments as long as they get enough exercise. So, here are the best family dogs that have proven their aptitude as shepherd dogs in the past!

Komondor / Photo: Anda-Marócsek Anita

1.) Schipperke

This lively, black beauty is a very versatile little dog, which is also extremely intelligent, tenacious, and, best of all, easy to handle and train. This ever-active four-legged friend loves to please its owner but is reserved towards strangers. This makes it an excellent guard and watchdog, and there is no dog sport in which it does not excel. Don't be fooled by its cute appearance, the Schipperke is not a lap dog, but if it gets enough attention, it can be kept in an apartment without any problems.

As a shepherd dog, it is extremely loyal to its owner and gentle and attentive with children. Thanks to its confidence, it does not display the fear aggression often seen in small dogs. It is a curious dog, which needs plenty of mental and physical stimulation, but it will repay you a thousandfold with its affection.

Schipperke

2.) Bernese Mountain Dog

In fact, this breed provided the basic idea for our article, as we often refer to it as the perfect family dog that started out as a herding dog. It earned this reputation by being extremely loyal and completely non-aggressive. This incredibly friendly dog loves children and gets along well with other pets. With proper training, it will treat strangers exactly as its owner does, so its behavior will not cause any problems in company.

As a descendant of Bernese Mountain Dogs, he appreciates being given tasks to do, but after a hard day's work, he loves to lie around and enjoy being petted and cared for. It loves being the center of attention, but fortunately it is never pushy; moreover, no one will mind, because it is guaranteed to be the apple of everyone's eye. It feels most at home in a house with a garden. Perhaps the greatest advantage of this breed is that it easily adapts to all kinds of living situations and its owner's mentality, making it an ideal

Bernese Mountain Dogs / Photo: Jacks&Bears

3.) Komondor

Yes, yes, this Hungarian breed, the Komondor also deserves a place on this list, as it is an excellent family dog. It is important to note that it is not a single-owner dog, which allows it to obey all members of the family equally after proper training. Its enormous size and confident demeanor may intimidate many, but this loyal, kind, and balanced four-legged friend lives and dies for its family. It is reserved toward strangers, making it an instinctively excellent guard dog even today. However, attention must be paid to its socialization from a very young age!

It is patient with children, does not require much exercise, but needs plenty of space. It is definitely recommended to keep it in a house with a yard; on the one hand because of its size, and on the other hand because the Komondor is truly happy when it can guard its territory and protect its loved ones. It does not crave constant attention and pampering, and despite its enormous size, its food requirements are only as great as those of a medium-sized dog.

Komondor

4.) Shetland Sheepdog

The Sheltie is a truly charming breed. Although small in stature, like the Schipperke on this list, it is not a lap dog. Thanks to its outstanding intelligence and agility, this little dog can be entrusted with any task and will perform it successfully. It performs fantastically in dog sports, so we recommend it especially for more active families and owners. It is easy to train and educate because it is affectionate, friendly, and eager to please its owner.

It is important to note that Shetland Sheepdogs are very sensitive creatures, so loving training is essential. They are very alert, lively little animals that are always up for a bit of fun, making them not only ideal companions for children, but also playmates. They can become fearful of strangers, so attention must be paid to this during socialization and training.

Shetland Sheepdog

5.) Cardigan Welsh Corgi

When we mention the corgi, everyone associates it with the Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Queen Elizabeth II's favorite. Allow us to draw attention to the Cardigan Corgi now, because we feel that it has been undeservedly relegated to the background. This handsome little dog is also often compared to foxes, which is also justified by its muzzle and bushy tail. It was once unbeatable in cattle herding, and it brought this responsible moral to the family dog. It can become an alert guardian, which will be very easy to teach due to its high intelligence.

Many people say that the Cardigan Welsh Corgi is a more balanced dog than its Pembroke cousin. It is extremely good with children and easily adapts to almost any situation. It can be easily kept in a house with a garden or an apartment, if you pay attention to exhausting its energy with long walks and lots of games. It can also be easily socialized with other pets.

Cardigan Welsh Corgi

A well-thought-out choice is important

No matter which breed has stolen your heart among the best family dogs, when choosing a new family member, it is very important to consider more than one aspect when making a decision. It may be important that he gets along well with children, and you may also fall in love with the appearance of a particular breed, but you also need to think about whether you can provide him with the conditions that are essential for a happy dog ​​life.

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