Loving Dogs 2023: Here are the 10 most affectionate breeds of adorable dog that love cuddles - including the loving Labrador 🐶
David Hepburn
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These are the breeds of dog that are most loving and affectionate. (Photo: Canva/Getty Images)
If you’ve been thinking about getting a puppy then you’re not alone – the Kennel Club says the number of people welcoming new dogs into their homes since the start of the global pandemic has soared.
But with 221 different breeds of pedigree dog to choose from, there’s plenty of thinking to do before you select your perfect pup.
Those with active lifestyles might want to consider a larger dog, while somebody with allergies will be looking for a hypoallergenic dog.
Just like their Labrador cousins, the Golden Retriever lives to love humans - forming particularly strong and affectionate bonds with children. (Photo: Canva/Getty Images)
However if you are simply looking for a dog that will be a loyal and loving pet, content to curl up with you on the sofa for the night, then there are certain breeds that you may want to put at the top of your canine wishlist.
Here are 10 of the most loving and affectionate breeds of dog, according to the American Kennel Club.
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Every bit as loving as they look, the loyal and affectionate Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is another dog that will follow you around the house. (Photo: Canva/Getty Images)
They may occasionally look a little grumpy, but Boxers are known for making unusually deep and strong bonds with their family. It means that they demand more attention and affection than other dogs, but mirror it back tenfold. (Photo: Canva/Getty Images)
The Jack Russell will display their deep affection for their owners in three distinct ways - by diligently following them around, by snuggling in whenever possible, and by being protective when it comes to strangers. (Photo: Canva/Getty Images)
Primarily known for their speed, when Greyhounds aren't racing around the park they are lazy and cuddly couch potatoes with a gentle and affectionate nature that make them wonderful therapy dogs. (Photo: Canva/Getty Images)
There's nothing that a pug likes more than being snuggled up on its owner's lap, spending hours happily being patted. They'll also follow you around like a shadow - leading to their nickname of the 'velcro dog'. (Photo: Canva/Getty Images)
If you have a Dachshund you'll be in no doubt that you are their favourite person in the world. They'll happily spend hours asleep on your lap or on their back enjoying an extended tummy tickle. (Photo: Canva/Getty Images)
The Bichon Frise's favourite spot is on your lap, shortly followed by being curled up at the end of your bed. Their sweet nature means they are guaranteed to get on well with pretty much anybody, but will reserve a special amount of love for their family. (Photo: Canva/Getty Images)
It'll come as no surprise to anybody who has owned a Labrador Retriever - the UK's most popular dog in 2020 - that they feature prominently in this list. They are famously gentle, loyal and very affectionate. (Photo: Canva/Getty Images)
The original gentle giants, the Newfoundland needs plenty of exercise but at the end of a long walk they like nothing better that curling up - or around - their owner like enormous teddy bears. They are also incredibly gentle and loving with youngsters. (Photo: Canva/Getty Images)
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