Popular Medium-Sized Dog Breeds Just Waiting to Be Your Friend

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Australian Shepherd

Aussies are uncannily smart and independent, with strong herding instincts that means they'll want to stick close to you. Loyal and devoted to their owners.

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Basset Hound

Good-natured and easygoing, a basset hound has a great sense of humor and a couch-potato sensibility. They're stubborn and can be on the lazy side,

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German Shorthaired Pointer

GSPs can run, run, run — and then for a nice change, run some more. If you've got an active family, this might be the dog for you. High marks in smarts,

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Siberian Husky

Huskies are clever, happy and eager to please. They're friendly by nature but also very hard-headed. This high-energy dog prefers to spend lots of time outdoors,

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Collie

Both Timmy and Lassie can attest to the devoted nature of Collies. These active yet affectionate herders can follow commands quickly and accurately, but be forewarne.

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Labrador Retriever

It's no wonder that Labradors remain the most popular breed in the U.S.; these pooches are intelligent, friendly and loyal.

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Poodle

While we often think of poodles for their showstopping appearance, these pooches are more than meets the eye. They're known for their superior intelligence,

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Airedale Terrier

Given their legendary loyalty, Airedale Terriers are extremely trustworthy with children. They're eager to please and quick learners, but they can struggle to get along with other dogs so pick an Airedale if you have a one-dog household.

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Boxer

These beautiful red-coated setters are hunting dogs, not guard dogs, so their vocalizations tend to be limited to tracking down their prey if you adopt one for their intended purpose.

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