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Low-maintenance dog breeds

Some dogs have a short, simple coat that needs little brushing and no trips to the groomer. This list includes the Dobermann, French Bulldog, Greyhound, Chihuahua, Cane Corso and Basenji, among others.

How the breeds were chosen

We included breeds with the lowest score (1 out of 5) for “Coat Grooming Frequency” in the American Kennel Club (AKC) breed ratings. Breeds without an AKC profile are not included. A few breeds with corded coats (such as the Bergamasco Shepherd) appear here because their coat is not brushed, although it needs other care. All dogs need their nails trimmed, their ears cleaned and their teeth looked after.

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