Are you looking for a fully trained dog? Having a trained dog is great to seamlessly integrate into your home and lifestyle as they understand common commands and are obedient. Often, the best dog breeds for obedience manage a great balance of characteristics, including being intelligent, sociable, and adaptable with a calm temperament. These dogs will adapt and pick up obedience training quickly, as they aren’t stubborn and want to learn. See the top 10 most obedient dogs breeds in our guide.
1. Golden Retriever
Golden Retrievers are a popular dog breed due to their beautiful appearance, loyal companionship and friendly characteristics. They are the ideal choice for a family dog as they socialise well with both younger and older children and are not intimidating to strangers around them. They are easy to train in obedience due to their intelligence and ability to pick up commands quickly. Professor Stanley Coran ranked the Golden retriever as the 4th most intelligent dog in his book ‘The Intelligence of Dogs.’
Golden Retriever Overview
Average Height: Female (51–56 cm) Male (56–61 cm)
Average Weight: Female (25-32 kg) Male (30-34 kg)
Average Lifespan: 10–12 years
Common Characteristics: Intelligent, Friendly, Loyal
2. Labrador Retriever
The Labrador was named the most popular dog breed in the UK in 2021 and continues to be a first-choice dog breed. They are great family dogs, as they are selfless and kind in nature towards people and other animals. With the right socialisation, Labradors are loving towards children and are suitable for families with younger children too. They’re also easy to train in commands such as sit and stay. The breed’s history of being service dogs makes them also great in general obedience too.
Labrador Retriever Overview
Average Height: Female (55–360 cm) Male (57–62 cm)
Average Weight: Female (29-32 kg) Male (29-36 kg)
Average Lifespan: 10–12 years
Common Characteristics: Outgoing, Kind, Loving
3. King Charles Cavalier Spaniel
Cavalier dogs are smaller and are well-suited for family life and environments. With silky coats and big eyes, their appearance is lovable, and they will show huge affection to those around them. They are great for families with younger children, as they are kind in nature and have a calm temperament. A King Charles Cavalier Spaniel has a great blend of calmness for a lapdog and athleticism that makes them playful without requiring overbearing amounts of exercise.
King Charles Cavalier Spaniel Overview
Average Height: Female (30-33 cm) Male (30–33 cm)
Average Weight: Female (5.9-8.2 kg) Male (5.9-8.2 kg)
Average Lifespan: 10–14 years
Common Characteristics: Affectionate, Patient, Sociable
4. Cocker Spaniel
Cocker Spaniels are great family dogs who are affectionate towards their owners and enjoy attention. If well socialised from being a puppy, they are great with strangers and anyone who is around them. They are alert and can sense danger but are not an aggressive breed, they simply want to protect those they have a strong bond with and show their loyalty. They are active dogs and don’t enjoy being alone, making them the perfect choice for families with children but also retirees who can devote their time to them. Their intelligence makes them great to train in both commands and obedience.
Cocker Spaniel Overview
Average Height: Female (38-39 cm) Male (39–41 cm)
Average Weight: Female (12-15 kg) Male (13-16 kg)
Average Lifespan: 11–12 years
Common Characteristics: Loving, Loyal, Sociable
5. Miniature Schnauzer
Miniature Schnauzers are smart and affectionate. If you want a smaller fur baby and a highly trained family dog for companionship, a Miniature Schnauzer fits the bill perfectly. They are easy to train, though they are strong-willed. That means you must be confident and capable to manage it and be steadfast in reward-based training sessions.
These three come among one of the top considerations for a highly trained family dog. Of course, you can explore other great options of dog breeds that are also easy to train, such as Labrador Retrievers, and Border Collies. These are some of the options of trained dogs for sale that are available.
Miniature Schnauzer Overview
Average Height: Female (30–36 cm) Male (30–36 cm)
Average Weight: Female (5.4–9.1 kg) Male (5.4–9.1 kg)
Average Lifespan: 12–15 years
Common Characteristics: Strong-willed, Smart, Affectionate
6. Saint Bernards
Saint Bernards are a friendly and calm breed, which makes them a great choice for families with younger children. Their need for socialisation can form loving bonds with their owners and the people around them. This also makes them desire the need to protect in threatening situations. This breed also has a patient nature, which makes them also easy to train in both protection and obedience.
Saint Bernards Overview
Average Height: Male (70–90 cm) Female (65–80 cm)
Average Weight: Male (64 – 82 kg), Female (54 – 64 kg)
Average Lifespan: 8–10 years
Common Characteristics: Gentle, Friendly and Calm
7. Boxers
The Boxer continues to be a popular dog breed across the globe due to their mixture of loyalty and fearless characteristics. Boxers thrive in situations where they are mentally stimulated and active, making them a really social breed. Professional dog training is best with this breed due to their headstrong, confident nature. They can adapt to any family situation and will protect those around them but will require a more active lifestyle.
Boxer Overview
Average Height: Male (57–63 cm) Female (53–60 cm)
Average Weight: Male (27–32 kg) Female (25–29 kg)
Average Lifespan: 10–12 years
Common Characteristics: Confident, Friendly and Loyal
8. Cockapoo
A Cockapoo has a nice blend of playfulness with the calmness of a lap dog. They are a fun-loving dog breed with high energy levels and can adapt to most living spaces. You will find a great companion with a Cockapoo with immense loyalty to their owners and those around them. They are great for families and thrive socially, but do have a tendency to initially get overly excited in new situations. Mental stimulation is also key for this dog breed, which makes them a great dog to train.
Cockapoo Overview
Average Height: 36-28 cm
Average Weight: 5.4-11 kg
Average Lifespan: 10–13 years
Common Characteristics: Sociable, Active, Loyal
9. German Shepherd
10. Giant Schnauzer
Both the German Shepherd and Giant Schnauzer can take a dual role, there they are perfect for being a fully trained dog but also make great family protection dogs. Find out more information on these breeds through our best family protection dogs.
Obedience Dog Training
Here at A&T trained dogs, we have a wealth of experience in training a variety of dog breeds. We have our basic command training and dog training programmes in our Lancaster facility for:
- Obedience
- Socialisation
- Behavioural issues
- Aggression
Get in touch with our expert team for more information about training or trained dogs for sale.
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