Leonberger
This breed does not need a lot of exercise, however, it does need to be taken on a daily walk. They love to be included in all family outings and are very adaptable to most any environment. They LOVE to swim, hike and be trained to pull carts and sleds. If you plan to have your Leo pull carts or hike, one has to wait until the dog is grown. It is not recommended before the dog is about 18 months old. High Maintenance: The Leonberger has a magnificent double coat that comes in lion yellow, golden or reddish-brown. Although it’s beautiful when he has just been bathed and groomed, its natural state is best described as damp and leafy. The Leo loves being wet and muddy, and if his coat looks clean afterward, it’s because all the dirt and debris has dropped onto your floor or furniture. The Leonberger is a calm, large, muscular working dog with proud head carriage, level top line, and balanced build. They are a dimorphic breed, with males and females easily discernible as such. Males have strong, masculine heads while the female head expresses femininity. Tight flews, a distinguishing feature of the breed, provide for a dry mouth with no drooling. A soft, sweet expression, dark brown eyes, and a black mask are hallmarks of the Leonberger breed. For his size, the Leo is light on his feet and graceful in motion with a powerful, ground covering gait. Although a multi-purpose working breed, the Leonberger is primarily value as a loving companion, enthusiastically participating in most family endeavors and socializing at human gatherings. First and foremost a family dog, the Leonberger's temperament is one of its most important and distinguishing characteristics. Well socialized and trained, the Leonberger is self-assured, insensitive to noise, submissive to family members, friendly toward children, well composed with passersby, and self-disciplined when obliging its family or property with protection. Robust, loyal, intelligent, playful, and kindly, they can thus be taken anywhere without difficulty and adjust easily to a variety of circumstances, including the introduction of other dogs.
| 09: | Henry |
| Apartment Friendly: | 1 stars The Leonberger is not recommended for apartment life. It is relatively inactive indoors and will do best with at least a large yard. They prefer cool climates and can live inside or outside, but mostly prefer to be wherever you are. |
| Popularity: | 2022: #114 2021: #102 2020: #98 2019: #95 2018: #93 2017: #100 2016: #95 2015: #93 |
| Watchdog Ability: | 5 stars |
| 04: | Oliver |
| Shedding Level: | 5 stars Constant Shedding: Leos shed -- there’s no getting around it -- but a thorough weekly brushing will help reduce the amount of hair floating around your house. |
| Stranger Friendly: | 3 stars |
| Trainability: | 4 stars Moderately Easy Training: The Leonberger does not respond to harsh training methods; positive reinforcement is best. Patience is required. Early socialization and obedience training are highly recommended. |
| Origin: | Germany |
| 05: | Moose |
| 08: | Rocco |
| Breed Group: | Working (AKC:2010) Guardian Dogs (UKC) |
| 03: | Scout |
| 07: | Duke |
| Cat Friendly: | 3 stars |
| Weight: | Male: 130-170 pounds (59-77 kg) Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg) |
| 01: | Rocky |
| Child Friendly: | 5 stars Good with Kids: This is a suitable breed for kids and is known to be playful, energetic, and affectionate around them. |
| Colors: | Red Reddish Brown Sandy Yellow |
| Exercise Needs: | 4 stars More + Less - This breed does not need a lot of exercise, however, it does need to be taken on a daily walk. They love to be included in all family outings and are very adaptable to most any environment. They LOVE to swim, hike and be trained to pull carts and sleds. If you plan to have your Leo pull carts or hike, one has to wait until the dog is grown. It is not recommended before the dog is about 18 months old. |
| Grooming: | 5 stars More + Less - High Maintenance: The Leonberger has a magnificent double coat that comes in lion yellow, golden or reddish-brown. Although it’s beautiful when he has just been bathed and groomed, its natural state is best described as damp and leafy. The Leo loves being wet and muddy, and if his coat looks clean afterward, it’s because all the dirt and debris has dropped onto your floor or furniture. |
| Intelligence: | 2 stars Ranking: # Full Ranking List |
| Other names: | Leo, Gentle Lion, Gentle Giant |
| Size: | Giant |
| 02: | Bear |
| Type: | Purebred |
| Dog Friendly: | 4 stars |
| Health Issues: | 5 stars Hypoallergenic: NoAs with all giant breeds, they are prone to hip dysplasia and other skeletal diseases/disorders. Also eyelid defects and bone disease. Possible behavioral problems. |
| Puppy Prices: | Average $2000 - $4000 USD The average Leonberger puppy price is around $2,000 to $4,000. This breed is definitely a bit on the higher end of the price spectrum for dog breeds, although not as expensive as other breeds like the Tibetan Mastiff and Samoyed. |
| Barking Tendencies: | 1 stars Rare |
| 10: | Sammy |
| Name: | Leonberger |
| Playfulness: | 4 stars |
| 06: | Jake |
| Life span: | 8-10 years |
| Litter Size: | 6-8 puppies |
| Rank: | Boy Names |
| Temperament: | Adaptable Companionable Fearless Loving Loyal Obedient |
| Height: | Male: 29-31 inches (74-80 cm) Female: 27-29 inches (61-74 cm) |