--- title: "Top Dog Breeds for Older Individuals" id: "215058" type: "post" slug: "top-dog-breeds-for-older-individuals" published_at: "2023-10-01T01:44:24+00:00" modified_at: "2023-10-01T01:44:24+00:00" url: "https://houstonpetland.com/2023/09/30/top-dog-breeds-for-older-individuals/" markdown_url: "https://houstonpetland.com/2023/09/30/top-dog-breeds-for-older-individuals.md" excerpt: "Dogs make great companions and quickly become a part of our family. They offer us years of joy and happiness and provide us with a lot of good. Each breed of dog varies and has certain qualities and traits. Some..." taxonomy_category: - "Community" --- [Home](https://houstonpetland.com/) / [Blog](https://houstonpetland.com/blog/) / **Top Dog Breeds for Older Individuals** [Community](https://houstonpetland.com/category/petland/) # Top Dog Breeds for Older Individuals September 30, 2023 · 4 min read · Petland Katy & Stafford - Houston, Texas [Stay connected via Google News Follow Us For The Latest Pet Updates and Guides.](https://www.google.com/preferences/source?q=houstonpetland.com) Dogs make great companions and quickly become a part of our family. They offer us years of joy and happiness and provide us with a lot of good. Each breed of dog varies and has certain qualities and traits. Some pups are known for their high activity needs, whereas others are known for their “let’s take a nap” needs. Regardless of which breed of dog it is, they are all very special and will love you in a very loyal way. Many older individuals look for a balance in their pup, such as will their dog like going for walks yet not need an excessive amount of activity to stay well. Generally, smaller or medium-sized dogs make a good fit as they are not as powerful and end up taking their owners for a walk or are too large and, while playing, pose a physical control issue. We have put together a list of what we feel to be the top five best dog breeds for older individuals. This list takes into account many factors, such as size, demeanor, and overall activity levels. ## **Cavalier King Charles Spaniel** The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel seems to be at the top of many of our lists because this breed is a downright amazing dog. They are extremely caring and social dogs that are not known for aggression or for being overly energetic. They do enjoy strolls and activity time but also enjoy a warm lap and a good movie with their family. Much thanks to this pup’s demeanor, they get along well with just about anyone or anything and make a great family pet. This breed is sure to not disappoint and will win your heart in no time at all. **Breed Facts** GROUP: Toy HEIGHT: 12 to 13 inches WEIGHT: 13 to 18 pounds **French Bulldog** Enjoying this read? You'll love our puppies. Adorable, vet-checked pups looking for their forever homes — available now. [Meet our puppies](https://houstonpetland.com/puppies-for-sale/) If you are looking for a pup that is not looking for much more than a cozy couch, his family, and some petting, the French Bulldog is it. This amazing breed of dog loves his family and is not known to be overly energetic. They also do not bark a lot or are known to “over-explore” and get into trouble. The French Bulldog has been around for a very long time and has proven to make a great family pet. Due to their smaller size, they are also a good fit for those who may have physical limitations in handling dogs. This pup is a great breed of dog and will win your heart in no time at all. **Breed Facts** GROUP: Non-sporting HEIGHT: 11 to 13 inches WEIGHT: 19 to 28 pounds ## **Maltese** The Maltese is a smaller breed of dog who craves the affection and love of his family. They are known for being calm and caring and look forward to a good routine with their family. They are generally easy to care for and tend to look at you as their best friend. Being that this breed of dog is not large and overpowering, taking walks and spending time with him outdoors is not very difficult. The Maltese makes a great pet for older people who would like a dog that is relatively easy to care for. Still reading? Our puppies are waiting. Healthy, happy pups ready to meet their families — see who's available today. [Meet our puppies](https://houstonpetland.com/puppies-for-sale/) **Breed Facts** GROUP: Toy HEIGHT: 8 to 10 inches WEIGHT: 4 to 7 pounds ## **Pomeranian** The Pomeranian is a great pup who you will quickly fall in love with. They do not require excessive amounts of care, nor are they known to be aggressive. They learn the rules of the home rather quickly and really enjoy spending quality time with their family. This breed has also been around for a very long time and has won the hearts of families around the world. If a smaller breed of dog that loves your lap is what you are looking for, the Pomeranian should be considered. 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Get ready because you’re not just taking home a bundle of furry joy.… March 27, 2025 ``` Petland Katy 434 Google reviews Write a review Posted on Google Genesis Gonzalez Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My husband and I went to Petland on Saturday to simply look at the puppies and we ended up falling in love with one so much that we brought her home with us. Jennifer made the process of taking her home super easy and smooth, she answered every question we asked and was very knowledgeable about everything! Posted on Google ume rubab Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. it was really nice their all the animal were so cute !! The puppy’s and kittens were adorable !!❤️ Posted on Google Leslie Rivera Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Went to Petland to just browse around and ended up falling in love with our Maltipoo, her fur color and the eyes captivated me. Anthony our counselor, was very informative and friendly. I would greatly recommend this pet store. Can’t wait to start this new journey with our puppy. Posted on Google 12.xndrik Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. recently adopted a cavapool and Christopher helped us out a lot. He was helpfull, respectful , and walked us through the whole process. It was an amazing experience 10/10. Posted on Google Chris M Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Best place to work PUPPIES!!!! Posted on Google MIGUEL MOLINA Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great time. I was looking around with my family and Chris helped us out found a new family member. Great place to greet and play with dogs. Posted on Google David Almanza Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We visited Petland today and had an incredible experience choosing our new furry family member — a miniature Goldendoodle! From the moment we walked in, Christopher made us feel welcome, informed, and supported throughout the entire process. He was extremely knowledgeable about the breed, answered all our questions with patience, and never made us feel rushed. You could genuinely tell he cared about both the pets and the people. His friendly attitude and professionalism made the whole experience smooth and enjoyable. We left Petland not just with a puppy, but with total confidence that we were prepared for this new journey — all thanks to Christopher. If you're thinking about getting a pet and want a helpful, knowledgeable guide, ask for Christopher. He made our day. Highly recommend - 10/10! Posted on Google Diana Perez Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Kalese and Chris were phenomenal and so attentive. They made me feel so welcome and so happy to be finally going home with our baby ```