--- title: Best Dog Breeds For Seniors description: Eskaton welcomes companion animals in all of its senior living communities. Read these tips to discover a dog that would be perfect for you! image: https://blog.eskaton.org/hubfs/2016/Q1/Blog_images/best-dog.jpg --- [![Logo](https://blog.eskaton.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Logo.png?width=350&height=75&name=Logo.png "Logo")](https://www.eskaton.org/) **[eskaton.org](https://www.eskaton.org/)** [Eskaton](https://blog.eskaton.org/author/eskaton) 24 October, 2016 | 2 min read Search Blog ### Posts by Topic - [Independent Living (157)](https://blog.eskaton.org/topic/independent-living) - [Assisted Living (105)](https://blog.eskaton.org/topic/assisted-living) - [Residents + Staff (103)](https://blog.eskaton.org/topic/residents-staff) - [Wellness Tips (101)](https://blog.eskaton.org/topic/wellness-tips) - [In the News (81)](https://blog.eskaton.org/topic/news) - [Information & Assistance (53)](https://blog.eskaton.org/topic/information-assistance) - [Testimonials (50)](https://blog.eskaton.org/topic/reviews) - [Philanthropy (43)](https://blog.eskaton.org/topic/giving) - [Eskaton Village Carmichael (35)](https://blog.eskaton.org/topic/eskaton-village-carmichael) - [About Eskaton (34)](https://blog.eskaton.org/topic/eskaton) - [Ask the Expert (30)](https://blog.eskaton.org/topic/ask-the-expert) - [LifeBios by Students (23)](https://blog.eskaton.org/topic/lifebios) - [Senior Living Community (19)](https://blog.eskaton.org/topic/senior-living-community) - [Age is Beautiful (18)](https://blog.eskaton.org/topic/age-is-beautiful) - [Celebrating Diversity (17)](https://blog.eskaton.org/topic/celebrating-diversity) - [Living with Dementia (17)](https://blog.eskaton.org/topic/memory) - [Memory Care (17)](https://blog.eskaton.org/topic/memory-care) - [Technology (14)](https://blog.eskaton.org/topic/technology) - [Signs it is Time for Help (13)](https://blog.eskaton.org/topic/signs-it-is-time-for-help) - [Well-Being Philosophy (13)](https://blog.eskaton.org/topic/well-being-philosophy) - [Senior Living (12)](https://blog.eskaton.org/topic/senior-living) - [Emotional Health (7)](https://blog.eskaton.org/topic/emotional-health) - [Fall Prevention (7)](https://blog.eskaton.org/topic/fall-prevention) - [Kids Connection (7)](https://blog.eskaton.org/topic/kids-connection) - [Heart Health (5)](https://blog.eskaton.org/topic/heart-health) ## Best Dog Breeds For Seniors ![best-dog.jpg](https://blog.eskaton.org/hs-fs/hubfs/2016/Q1/Blog_images/best-dog.jpg?width=559&height=240&name=best-dog.jpg "best-dog.jpg") Dogs can be the perfect addition to your new home at a pet-friendly senior living community. But before you pick the cutest pooch you see, take into consideration which characteristics suit you best to find the best breed for your senior lifestyle. ## Dogs with Minimal Grooming Do you want a dog that requires little grooming? Choose a short-haired breed such as: - Pug - Boston terrier - Chihuahua - Beagle - Dachshund ## Dogs with Low Energy Do you want a laid-back dog that doesn’t require a daily walk? Consider a: - Pekingese - Cavalier King Charles Spaniel - Japanese Chin - Shih Tzu - Pug - Bolognese ## Dogs that are Quiet Would a small, quiet dog be the perfect fit for your home? Consider a: - Bolognese - Shih Tzu - Japanese Chin - Cavalier King Charles Spaniel ## Dogs that are Allergy Friendly Are you a senior with allergies? Then consider a hypoallergenic breed, such as a: - Poodle - Mini Schnauzer - Shih Tzu - Yorkshire terrier - Maltese - Bolognese ## Dogs that are Lap Size Is your heart set on a small dog perfect for your lap? Then one of these may be the breed for you: - Shih Tzu - Maltese - Yorkshire terrier - Chihuahua Lastly, also consider these two recommendations made specifically for seniors looking for that perfect pet companion. 1. Get an adult dog. With an adult dog, you are more likely to have a good idea of health history and temperament, and you’re past the time and money involved in raising a puppy. 2. Check out shelters and rescue groups. Breed mixes often have fewer health problems than their purebred counterparts. If you want a purebred, be sure to find a reputable breeder. See more breed recommendations at [smalldogplace.com](http://www.smalldogplace.com/). ### [Eskaton](http://www.eskaton.org/) welcomes companion animals in all of its senior living communities, knowing that the bond between pets and people is one of life’s great joys. For more information on Eskaton, [contact us](http://www.eskaton.org/contact-us.html) at 888-684-6554. ### Share This Post! - - - ## Get in touch! Feel free to contact us to learn more about all of our senior care services. [![Logo REV](https://blog.eskaton.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Logo%20REV.png?width=1500&height=322&name=Logo%20REV.png "Logo REV")](https://eskaton.org) © 2025 Eskaton • All Rights Reserved - - - -