If it’s a quiet breed you seek, look no further than this comprehensive list, built with some help from the American Kennel Club’s breed standard guide.
1. AUSTRALIAN 牧牛犬
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While they aren’t big barkers, they are big runners, so make sure they get plenty of exercise (or that bark might come to life).
2.NEWFOUNDLAND
You’ll hardly ever get a restless yelp or irritable nip out of one of these big friendly giants.
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3. SCOTTISH DEERHOUND
Scottish Deerhounds were bred to hunt deer, which may be why they are so good at being quiet.
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4. ITALIAN GREYHOUND
As quiet as they are small, Italian Greyhounds love nothing more than a peaceful afternoon on their person’s lap.
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5. CHOW CHOW
The Chow Chow is a noble, quiet creature who will continue going about her day without so much as a growl.
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6. BULLMASTIFF
The Mastiff family is a docile one, despite their intimidating statures.
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French Bulldogs make excellent apartment dogs because of their quiet, even-keeled nature and dedication to their owners.
7. french bulldog
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8. SAINT BERNARD
You’ve got a greater chance of seeing them sneaking food from the table than hearing their booming bark.
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9. IRISH WATER SPANIEL
Irish water spaniels are also incredibly sensitive and intuitive; don’t bark at them and they will continue not barking at you.
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10. BASENJI
These pups are literally called “barkless dogs” and while they don’t bark per se, they do make throaty groans to express themselves.