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Which Dog Breeds Are Least Likely To Bite? Which Are Least Aggressive? | North Carolina Dog Bite Attorney

While some dog breeds are notorious for being involved in dog bite incidents and dog attacks, other dogs breeds are rarely involved in dog maulings or aggressive behavior. While much of a dog’s behavior is dictated by the animal’s owners, training, and upbringing, other aspects of its behavior and personality do originate from the dog’s genes and breeding. For examples, border collies are known for being one of the dogs most likely to bite or nip a human. The reason? Collies have been trained for centuries to herd livestock – a process that involves nipping animals in order to group them together or move them.

Most dog experts agree that the golden retriever and Labrador retriever are the two breeds least likely to bite. This also makes sense given both dog’s history. Since the dogs have been bred to retrieve water fowl, the animals are bred to have a “soft mouth” that does not damaged the hunter’s birds. This “soft mouth” makes the dogs less likely to bite or damage skin. In addition, both breeds have been described as friendly, sociable, and non-aggressive dogs that are not wary of strangers.

The three other dogs that have been noted for their lack of biting are Chihuahuas, poodles, and Scottish terriers. While Chihuahuas are known for their aggression and their inability to get along well with children, this smallest breed of dog is not known for inflicting any sort of serious dog bite wound. Scottish terriers are very loyal and family-oriented, despite their tendency to be stubborn. Poodles are highly trainable and very good with children.

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