
They stand at 23 to 30 inches tall and sport a thick, fluffy coat. With an average weight of 99 to 180 pounds, these dogs have a striking presence. Originally bred as hunting companions, these dogs enjoy people and are eager to please. Their friendly, trustworthy, affectionate, and social nature makes them very welcoming to strangers. There's no wondering why they are consistently ranked as one of AKC's most popular breeds. Last but certainly not least, the massive Caucasian Shepherd Dog takes a spot on this weird dog list. Golden Retrievers are famous for loving everyone - people, dogs, cats, children, strangers, the list goes on.


They became full-time companion dogs by the 19th century, so their love of people is instinctive. In general, though, English Setters will willingly and happily approach and interact with people.įrench Bulldogs or Frenchies are goofy, social, low-maintenance dogs that love people. They may bark at strangers approaching the home but welcome them warmly once introduced. Some may classify these pups as Velcro dogs, as these stunning furry friends like to stay close to your side as much as possible. They were originally bred as companion hunters, so they naturally and instinctively enjoy being around people. While their intimidating appearance as a scary dog may fool you, Dobies are super sweet and sensitive dogs that care deeply about their families. The English Setter is a beautiful, sweet, affectionate and gentle dog. But because they were originally bred for bull baiting, they can be courageous and trained to be a decent watchdog. They can be a bit stubborn at times, but they make up for that with their good-natured and loving personality. Though wary of strangers, the Cane Corso does well with other pets and can live in either rural or suburban homes. This dog breed may be aloof, even-tempered, or affectionate with family members (including children) depending on his mood. These traits (combined with their desire for human attention) make them quite outgoing to people, even strangers. The Cane Corso originated from Italy and is a large and powerful dog breed that is easily trainable.

