There are three dog breeds that one trainer considers the best beahved (Image: Getty)
Opinionated trainer and behaviouralist Mr Will Atherton has revealed the three breeds that he “rarely” sees because they’re unlikely to develop bad behaviours.
Referring to the “best [ breed] in the world”, Mr Atherton said the is a joy to work with.
One of the most common but solvable issues with a is them pulling on the lead. This “stems from them just being so loving and wanting to meet people [and] go see all the dogs and play with them”. Any lead pulling or jumping up at people can easily be resolved, in Mr Atherton’s professional opinion.
“It’s dead easy to dial those things in,” he promised (with the right training, of course).
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I’m gonna let you in on a secret, If I don’t see a breed very often at my centre for advanced behaviour modification, it’s probably a good sign they should be on your short list! And if I do….. well I’ll let you work out that riddle.
“Next up is the English Mastiff,” said Mr Atherton. “I think they’re one of the best breeds on the planet.”
Describing the English Mastiff as “laidback”, he reckons they are the “perfect” pet pooch.
“Last up is the little Cavalier King Charles Spaniel… I think they’re one of the best small breeds on the planet.”
One fan commented: “I knew a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel would be on there.” Another added: “I’d love a King Charles spaniel but their health issues really put me off.”
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel (Image: Getty)
Elaborating on the health issues associated with a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, a veterinary nurse said: “I got one knowing I’d have to deal with heart issues.”
A dog walker, however, said she works with some “horrifically behaved Labradors”, refuting Mr Atherton’s claims. Another said: “He just proved that just because you work with something does not mean you’re an expert.”