Leonberger
“The Giant Lifeguard Who Moonlights as a Gentle Therapist (and Shed Machine)”
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The Leonberger is what happens when a lion decides it wants to be your best friend… and possibly your weighted blanket. Towering and majestic with a floofy mane that could shelter a small family, the Leo is all heart, fluff, and drool. They're gentle giants with the soul of a therapist and the shedding capacity of a cotton candy explosion. Don’t let their regal looks fool you—they’re not above flopping onto your feet mid-zoomie or trying to sit on your lap during thunderstorms.
These dogs are sweet, eager to please, and incredibly loyal—but they do require space. Like, actual space. Apartment dwellers beware: your coffee table will not survive. Training is easy if you use kindness, snacks, and maybe a rake for the fur.
They’ll happily go hiking, swimming, or supervising backyard BBQs—preferably while babysitting the kids. And when it’s time to relax, expect them to snooze upside down, snoring like a tiny tractor. They’re big. They’re bold. They’re basically a fluffy emotional support couch.
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The Leonberger is a lovable giant—affectionate, intelligent, and surprisingly graceful for their size. They’re gentle with children, sociable with other pets, and love being involved in all things family. With moderate energy and high trainability, they’re both willing workers and laid-back companions. They do require space, regular grooming, and consistent positive training, but in return you get a devoted, goofy cuddle-bear who thinks they’re a lapdog.
If you haven't already check out our awesome blog series about success and messy failures of trying to train a dog, And the lessons learnt along the way in The Bark Side Chronicles.
