Written By: Mobin

Top 7 Dog Breeds That Thrive in Rural Settings

Smart, energetic Australian Shepherds thrive when given plenty of space and a job like herding livestock in a rural setting matching their work ethic. 

Australian Shepherd

Alert, responsive Collies were born to herd so they feel engaged and fulfilled with ample room to dash and dart while working flocks in the countryside.

Collies

The hardy Great Pyrenees is a relaxed guard for country flocks yet also a majestic companion for rural families seeking loyalty and protection.   

Great Pyrenees

Australian Cattle Dogs and Queensland Heelers need active country work like hustling cattle on rural ranches to satisfy their vigor and intensity.

 Australian Cattle Dog

Hardy Siberian Huskies retention thick coats to withstand country winters and large paws to traverse fields of snow during cold weather months. 

Siberian Huskie

Hungrian Vizsla bird dogs need plenty of open rural space to dash and track plus the opportunity to point and retrieve during hunting season.  

Vizslas

Friendly Labrador Retrievers thrive in rural areas where they have room for energetic play and jobs like hunting ducks or flushing upland gamebirds.

Labrador Retrievers

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