Large Dog Breeds

Large dog breeds are admired for their strength, loyalty, and protective nature. They often make excellent guardians, working dogs, and family companions. While their size can be impressive, many large breeds are gentle giants at heart, known for their calm and affectionate personalities. However, because of their strength and energy, they require consistent training, socialization, and plenty of space to thrive.

Generally, large dog breeds weigh between 55 to 100 pounds (25 to 45 kg) and stand about 22 to 27 inches (56 to 69 cm) tall at the shoulder. Their size makes them well-suited for active families, rural living, or households with ample outdoor space. Large breeds often excel in roles such as guarding, herding, or serving as loyal companions for experienced owners.

If you’re interested in learning more, visit our full category of Large Dog Breeds to explore different types and find the right match for your lifestyle.

  • Afghan Hound
  • Akbash Dog
  • Akita
  • Alaskan Malamute
  • Alaskan Shepherd
  • Alusky
  • American Bandogge
  • American English Coonhound
  • American Foxhound
  • American King Shepherd
  • Ausky
  • Belgian Malinois
  • Belgian Sheepdog
  • Bernedoodle
  • Black Mouth Cur
  • Black and Tan Coonhound
  • Bluetick Coonhound
  • Bordoodle
  • Borador
  • Borzoi
  • Boxador
  • Boxapoint
  • Boxer
  • Boxmas
  • Boxweiler
  • Bracco Italiano
  • Briard
  • Bullador
  • Bullboxer Pit
  • Catahoula Leopard Dog
  • Chesador
  • Chesapeake Bay Retriever
  • Clumber Spaniel
  • Doberman Pinscher
  • Dogo Argentino
  • Double Doodle
  • Dutch Shepherd
  • English Boodle
  • English Foxhound
  • English Setter
  • Flat Coated Retriever
  • German Shepherd Dog
  • German Shorthaired Pointer
  • German Wirehaired Pointer
  • Giant Schnauzer
  • Goberian
  • Goldador
  • Golden Retriever
  • Goldendoodle
  • Gordon Setter
  • Great Weimar
  • Huskimo
  • Huskita
  • Ibizan Hound
  • Irish Doodle
  • Irish Setter
  • Labahoula
  • Labany
  • Labrabull
  • Labradoodle
  • Labrador Retriever
  • Labmaraner
  • Labsky
  • Mountain Cur
  • Old English Sheepdog
  • Plott
  • Pointer
  • Pointer Bay
  • Pyrador
  • Redbone Coonhound
  • Rhodesian Ridgeback
  • Rottsky
  • Rough Collie
  • Saluki
  • Samoyed
  • Scottish Deerhound
  • Shepadoodle
  • Sheprador
  • Shepsky
  • Shepweiler
  • Siberian Husky
  • Springador
  • Standard Schnauzer
  • Treeing Walker Coonhound
  • Vizsla
  • Vizslador
  • Weimaraner
  • Wirehaired Pointing Griffon