12 Adorable Dog Breeds People Voted They Would Never Own in a Million Years (2024)

Dogs come in all shapes, colors and sizes. Each breed has its own pros and cons, and it’s own personality and temperament. No two dogs are identical. If you are considering a new family pet or wondering which breed would be the best fit in your household, you might like to consider one of these adorable dog breeds before picking out a new family addition. Discover which dogs people didn’t want to get and the reasons for it!

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Pugs

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Despite their popularity as petite companions, pugs have known breathing issues. That’s enough to turn off anyone who wants a long-living pup.

Huskies

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The maintenance issues from soft husky fur are enough to make people think twice before adopting. Plus, husky owners say these breeds give them a lot of sass.

French Bulldogs

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For the same health reasons as pugs, people say they wouldn’t be able to hack it with these dogs’ known lung complications.

Belgian Malinois

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For a lot of future dog owners, a pup with extremely high energy like a Belgian Malinois would not fit their lifestyle.

Great Danes

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Often the size of small ponies, Great Danes make the list of dog breeds people wouldn’t own because they require a lot of space and are known to have short lifespans.

Border Collies

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Border Collies are working dogs who require a lot of care and attention in order to feel satisfied, turning off many people with busier schedules or little time to spend on their dog.

Pit Bulls

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Even the sweet faces and easy coat maintenance are not enough to enchant many dog owners, who think the Pit Bull breed is too aggressive to own.

Shetland Sheepdogs

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Shetland Sheepdogs are known herding dogs and many former Sheltie owners complain of the endless exercise needed to keep them from “herding” their small children or living room furniture.

Beagles

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While many taut Beagles for being the perfect mid-sized pooch, they have a reputation for extremely loud barks.

Dachsunds

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Dachsunds’ iconic little legs are often the cause of chronic pain and joint issues, deterring many dog owners.

Jack Russell Terriers

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These petite terriers have a reputation for being little punks with loud, yappy barks.

Dalmatians

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Dalmatians are one of those dog breeds that have a reputation for being mean despite their unique spotted beauty, and many people with children would rather not own them.

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