Looking for a unique and ideal dog companion? Adding a new furry friend to your life is an important decision that demands thinking and exploration. Make sure you are ready to adopt a dog before starting the process. There are several considerations to make when choosing a dog. The most important thing is to assess your way of life and determine what adjustments you are willing to make room for a dog. In particular, if you have young children, elderly relatives, or additional pets, consider your family’s needs. Here is a list of 20 dog breeds that start with the letter “B” that we have compiled to aid you in your decision.
1) Bulldog
Breed Traits
- Group: Non sporting (AKC)
- Height: 10- 15 inches
- Weight: 49 – 57 pounds
- Coat: Short, flat coat is straight, smooth and glossy.
- Color: Brindle & White, Fawn, Fawn & White, Fawn Brindle & White, Gray Brindle, Red, Red & White, Red Brindle, Red Brindle & White, and White.
- Life Expectancy: 7 to 11 years
- Temperament: Aggressive, courageous, friendly, and loving
- Hypoallergenic: No
- Price: USD 2,000 to 5,000 (INR 45,000 to 93,000)
- Origin: United Kingdom
The English Bulldog has short legs and is a broad, medium-sized, compact dog. The head and body are large, with folds of surplus skin on the forehead and the skull. The cheeks reach the sides of the eyes. The stop is broad, deep, and pug-shaped with a wide, short snout. Despite having a “sourmug,” bulldogs are among the friendliest, most funny, and most easygoing of any dog. Despite having a bit of a stubborn streak, it is eager to please. It works wonders with kids. The breed gets along well with other animals. However, some might be aggressive against unfamiliar canines.
2) Beagle
Breed Traits
- Group: Hound (AKC)
- Height: 13 – 16 inches
- Weight: 20 – 25 pounds
- Coat: Short and smooth with a little undercoat
- Color: Black and Tan, Tricolor, Red and White
- Life Expectancy: 11 to 15 years
- Temperament: Friendly, gentle, independent and intelligent
- Hypoallergenic: Yes
- Price: USD 900 to 2,500 (INR 17,040 to 61,800)
- Origin: United Kingdom
The Beagle can navigate difficult terrain with agility because of its average build. The Beagle’s friendly disposition makes it possible for it to get along with other dogs and make a good pack hunter. The Beagle, one of the friendliest dogs, was raised to hunt in packs and requires human or canine company.It is an eager trailer and likes to explore the great outdoors. If given enough exercise, it makes a peaceful, obedient home pet. It is a kind, highly patient, and always an adventure dog that makes a wonderful companion for kids. But because of its independence, it might go if a trail calls. It howls and barks often.
3) Boxer
Breed Traits
- Group: Working (AKC)
- Height: 21 – 25 inches
- Weight: 53 – 70 pounds
- Coat: Short and shiny
- Color: Brindle, Fawn and White
- Life Expectancy: 9 to 13 years
- Temperament: Brave, bright, confident and energetic.
- Hypoallergenic: No
- Price: USD 1,000 to 4,000 (INR 24,000 to 61,745)
- Origin: Germany
The Boxer showcases how to combine grace and strength with elegance and athleticism. Its head is prominent, with an eager grin and a large, blunt snout. The Boxer is the ideal canine companion for an active family since it is lively, enthusiastic, curious, attentive, demonstrative, dedicated, and extroverted. Although it might be obstinate, it is sensitive and obedient to orders. Although it could be hostile toward unknown dogs, it normally gets along well with other home dogs and animals.
4) Bernese Mountain Dog
Breed Traits
- Group: Working (AKC)
- Height: 23 – 28 inches
- Weight: 8 – 110 pounds
- Coat: Moderately long, and slightly wavy or straight thick coat
- Color: White & Black, White & Lemon, White & Red, White & Sable, and Black & Tan
- Life Expectancy: 8 to 11 years
- Temperament: Affectionate, faithful, intelligent and loyal
- Hypoallergenic: No
- Price: USD 1,500 to 4,500 (INR 55,000 to 90,000)
- Origin: Switzerland
Although it seems square, the Bernese Mountain Dog is somewhat taller than it is long. It is a strong, big, hardy dog that can undertake both drawing and drafting labor. This calls for a blend of power, quickness, and agility. The Bernese mountain dog makes a laid-back, tranquil family pet (after it leaves its adolescent stage). It is exceedingly dedicated, sensitive, and loyal. It is kind to youngsters but frequently wary of strangers. Most dogs and other animals get along nicely with it.
5) Boston Terrier
Breed Traits
- Group: Non Sporting (AKC)
- Height: 15 – 20 inches
- Weight: 11 – 27 pounds
- Coat: Short fine coat
- Color: Black & White, Black Brindle & White, Brindle & White, Seal & White and Seal Brindle & White.
- Life Expectancy: 11 to 15 years
- Temperament: Affectionate, aggressive, friendly, and gentle
- Hypoallergenic: No
- Price: USD 1,000 to 3,500 (INR 108,000 to 110,000)
- Origin: United States
The Boston terrier is a short-backed, square-proportioned, clean-cut dog with a compact build. It has an elegant gait and gives off a sense of tenacity, strength, sturdiness, vitality, and charm. Many of the traits of its bulldog forebears are still there, but in a neater packaging that makes a good house pet. Boston is dedicated to its owner and sensitive to his or her feelings. When given the opportunity, it is polite indoors yet sassy and lively (particularly enjoys chasing balls) outside. Although a little rebellious, it is intelligent and quick to pick things up. It is reserved for strangers, and some may be hostile toward unfamiliar pets. Few dogs of this breed bark more than often.
6) Brittany
Breed Traits
- Group: Sporting (AKC)
- Height: 15 – 23 inches
- Weight: 30 – 45 pounds
- Coat: Coat is far less profuse – either flat or wavy.
- Color: Liver & White, Liver Roan, Liver White & Orange, Orange & White, Orange Roan, White & Liver and White & Orange
- Life Expectancy: 11 – 16 years
- Temperament: Alert, independent, intelligent, and responsive
- Hypoallergenic: No
- Price: USD 800 to 2,000 (INR 30,000 to 45,000)
- Origin: France
Brittany has a square build, indicating her height at the shoulder is proportional to her entire length. Brittany is a very energetic, athletic dog that should be able to run in the field for an extended amount of time. The Brittany breed is pleasant and willing to please. Due to their ability to point and their standing higher on their legs than other Spaniels, these amiable small dogs hunt more like Setters. Training Brittany doesn’t need to be rigorous. In fact, if the punishment is too severe, they could give up. They are easier to teach than other hunting breeds since they need human attention. They make excellent hunting partners, lovely companions, and loving household pets.
7) Border Collie
Breed Traits
- Group: Hound (AKC)
- Height: 18 – 22 inches
- Weight: 27 – 45 pounds
- Coat: smooth or rough coat ranging from short to long in length
- Color: Black, Blue, Brindle, Gold, Lilac, Red and Sable
- Life Expectancy: 11 to 15 years
- Temperament: Intelligent, energetic, alert, and responsive
- Hypoallergenic: No
- Price: USD 1,000 to 3,500 (INR 25,000 to 60,000)
- Origin: United Kingdom and Ireland
This medium-sized, strong-boned dog combines elegance, agility, strength, and sturdiness. It is somewhat longer than it is tall. A bundle of intellectual and physical ability and energy, the Border Collie is just ready to be let loose upon this world. Even though it is one of the most intelligent and obedient breeds, if it is not given a hard task to complete each day, it makes a terrible house dog. However, if given enough exercise, it is a faithful and devoted friend. It likes to gaze and is focused on whatever it is doing, which can be alarming to other animals. It enjoys pursuing other animals as well. With strangers, it is guarded, perhaps even protective.
8) Basset Hound
Breed Traits
- Group: Working (AKC)
- Height: 11 – 15 inches
- Weight: 45 – 65 pounds
- Coat: Thick and tight coat
- Color: Black and Tan, Brown, Gray, Red, Tricolor and White
- Life Expectancy: 9 to 13 years
- Temperament: Affectionate, devoted, friendly, and gentle
- Hypoallergenic: Yes
- Price: USD 2,000 to 4,000 (INR 25,000 to 40,000)
- Origin: France
It is hypothesized that the long ears of this dog may stir up the ground fragrance and that the creases on its face will then hold that aroma. One of the friendliest and most laid-back breeds is the Basset Hound. It gets along well with dogs, other animals, and kids. However, young children should be warned not to overexert themselves when playing. Although it is quiet on the inside, it must regularly exercise to stay in shape. It tends to look around leisurely and enjoys sniffing and following trails. It is a skilled and diligent tracker that is not usually distracted from its route. As a result, it can decide to follow a path until it becomes lost. Unfortunately, it has a reputation for being sluggish and stubborn.
9) Beauceron
Breed Traits
- Group: Herding (AKC)
- Height: 23 – 28 inches
- Weight: 90 – 110 pounds
- Coat: Straight, dense, and coarse outer coat with a dense undercoat that is weatherproof
- Color: Black & Rust, Black & Tan, Gray Black & Tan and Harlequin
- Life Expectancy: 10 to 13 years
- Temperament: Courageous, obedient, loyal, and protective.
- Hypoallergenic: No
- Price: USD 1,800 to 2,500 (Very rare in India)
- Origin: France
Double dewclaws on the hind legs, which appear to be a French legacy for herding and flock dogs, are the Beauceron’s peculiar characteristic.
Beaucerons are incredibly clever and skilled in any learning, memory, and reasoning-related activity. They are strong and composed, making them capable and kind caretakers. Although this breed is incredibly devoted to its family and wants to please them, it may become the family dictator if it is not properly socialized and taught. Beaucerons are kind to kids, yet they might be intimidating or try to herd them. They could be suspicious of strangers and not get along with unusual pets. However, they get along with other household pets and dogs.
10) Belgian Malinois
Breed Traits
- Group: Herding (AKC)
- Height: 55 – 56 inches
- Weight: 20 – 30 pounds
- Coat: Fairly short, straight, and hard coat, with a dense undercoat.
- Color: Fawn, Fawn Sable, Mahogany, Red and Red Sable
- Life Expectancy: 11 to 15 years
- Temperament: Friendly, hard-working, protective, and stubborn
- Hypoallergenic: No
- Price: USD 1,000 to 2,500 (INR 53,050 to 120,000)
- Origin: Belgium
The Belgian Malinois is a strong dog with square proportions and an oval-shaped, relatively strong bone. The Malinois prefers to run in a broad circle instead of straight lines. The Belgian Malinois can be best described as intense. This breed needs constant mental and physical engagement since it is high-energy. A perfect watchdog and guarding dog, it is attentive, intelligent, and serious. It can be hostile toward other dogs and animals and is reserved around strangers. It frequently makes sweeping circles when confined in an effort to maintain mobility. It guards its family and home fiercely.
11) Bichon Frise
Breed Traits
- Group: Non Sporting (AKC)
- Height: 8 – 15 inches
- Weight: 8 – 18 pounds
- Coat: Soft dense undercoat and coarser, curly outer coat
- Color: White, White & Apricot, White & Buff and White & Cream
- Life Expectancy: 11 to 15 years
- Temperament: Affectionate, cheerful, aggressive, and gentle
- Hypoallergenic: Yes
- Price: USD 1,200 to 3,400 (INR 25,000 – 30,000)
- Origin: France and Spain
The Bichon’s distinctive powder-puff look is due to its double coat, which stands off the body and even springs back when petted. Bichons enjoy flaunting their looks and respond well to positive training that doesnt’ use too many severe methods. The Bichon is a calm, jovial dog by nature. Both the pet and owner will benefit from taking an obedience course. They enjoy being active and need to exercise frequently. Bichons are very trainable and intelligent, and they love to amuse their owners. Additionally, bichons enjoy running and are swift! You will be astounded by your first “Bichon blitz.” If you have a yard, make sure it is completely fenced in and put a lot of effort into training your dog to obey commands like “come when called.”
12) Bloodhound
Breed Traits
- Group: Hound (AKC)
- Height: 23 – 27 inches
- Weight: 80 – 110 pounds
- Coat: Dense short coat
- Color: Black & Tan, Liver & Tan and Red
- Life Expectancy: 10 to 14 years
- Temperament: Affectionate, gentle, stubborn, and independent
- Hypoallergenic: No
- Price: USD 800 to 1,500 (INR 70,000 to 160,000)
- Origin: United Kingdom and Belgium
The Bloodhound is a sturdy trailer that was designed for durability over speed. Its throat and head are covered with wrinkles caused by its thin, loose skin. When on the track, the Bloodhound is a relentless trailer despite its polite demeanor at home. Although it might not be lively enough for some children’s requirements, it is incredibly trustworthy with kids since it is tough, independent, and persistent yet so peaceful and calm. However, it is not the sluggish hound dog of legends but rather a lively, amusing friend. Although it is not the breed that is simplest to teach for typical obedience, it is incredibly simple to train for activities that require trailing. The Bloodhound is wary of new people.
13) Belgian Tervuren
Breed Traits
- Group: Herding (AKC)
- Height: 22 – 26 inches
- Weight: 60 – 75 pounds
- Coat: Dense undercoat with an outer coat
- Color: Fawn & Black and Mahogany & Black
- Life Expectancy: 10 to 13 years
- Temperament: Alert, attentive, energetic, and intelligent
- Hypoallergenic: No
- Price: USD 1,800 to 3,200 (Very rare in India)
- Origin: Belgium
This breed of Belgian Tervuren balances grace and power. It has a medium bone density and a square shape. The Tervuren is a loyal and active companion that performs best when given regular mental and physical activity. It is alert, vigilant, and enthusiastic. If given enough exercise, it may be a well-mannered companion indoors and likes playing and running outside. It is intelligent and submissive, however independent. It can be hostile toward other dogs and animals and is reserved around strangers. It could nibble at kids’ heels in an effort to herd them.
14) Biewer Terrier
Breed Traits
- Group: Terrier (AKC)
- Height: 6 – 12 inches
- Weight: 5 – 10 pounds
- Coat: Soft silky and long coat
- Color: Black Tan & White, Blue Tan & White and Chocolate Tan & White
- Life Expectancy: 11 to 16 years
- Temperament: Active, amusing, friendly, and devoted
- Hypoallergenic: Yes
- Price: USD 2,000 to 5,000 (Very rare in India)
- Origin: Germany
It is a toy breed terrier related to the Yorkshire Terrier, also known as the Biewer Yorkie and Biewer Yorkshire. They are very content, lively, and sharp dogs. They are a tiny toy breed, so house-training him might be challenging. Complete house training requires commitment and patience. The Biewer Terrier has a lot of energy and can be a small, loud dog. When meeting new people or dogs, they tend to exhibit some hesitation because they are apprehensive of strangers. When exercising, a fenced-in yard will keep them secure, but they should never be left unattended outside as they are conveniently targetable and carried away by birds of prey.
15) Bullmastiff
Breed Traits
- Group: Working (AKC)
- Height: 23 – 27 inches
- Weight: 100 – 140 pounds
- Coat: Short, thick coat
- Color: Fawn, Fawn Brindle, Red, Red Brindle, Red Fawn and Red Fawn Brindle
- Life Expectancy: 8 to 12 years
- Temperament: Docile, powerful, loyal, and protective
- Hypoallergenic: No
- Price: USD 1,100 to 2,800 (INR 33,200 to 95,000)
- Origin: United Kingdom
This almost square breed is strong and energetic, with a balance of power, stamina, and attentiveness. It looks to be 40% bulldog and 60% mastiff in appearance. Although its angulation is mild, its stride is forceful and smooth. Its eyes are sharp and attentive. These qualities gave the Bullmastiff the ability to both overtake and outnumber invaders. The Bullmastiff is remarkably mild, quiet, easygoing, and good-natured. Although it is a well-behaved home pet, it needs enough space to spread out. This breed is incredibly dedicated to its family and is fine with children despite not being overly expressive.
16) Bull Terrier
Breed Traits
- Group: Terrier (AKC)
- Height: 20 – 28 inches
- Weight: 40 – 80 pounds
- Coat: Tight skin and a short, flat, and rough coat.
- Color: Black, Brindle, Brown, Tricolor and White
- Life Expectancy: 9 to 13 years
- Temperament: Active, keen, protective, and trainable.
- Hypoallergenic: No
- Price: USD 1,300 to 2,400 (INR 55,000 to 60,000)
- Origin: United Kingdom
The Bull Terrier is longer than it is tall and has a powerful, muscular build. Its peculiar head displays its powerful jaw muscles and focused, persistent attitude. It walks with an effortless gait. The bull terrier is energetic, lively, active, demanding, and adventurous. It is a creative breed that frequently has its own perspective and is obstinate until the very end. It needs regular mental and physical practice to avoid using its strong jaws on your house. Despite its rugged exterior, this breed is incredibly friendly, faithful, and sweet-natured. When around other dogs and small animals, it can be violent
17) Border Terrier
Breed Traits
- Group: Terrier (AKC)
- Height: 11 – 16 inches
- Weight: 10 – 18 pounds
- Coat: Short, dense undercoat covered by a very wiry, straight outer coat
- Color: Blue & Tan, Grizzle & Tan, Red and Wheaten
- Life Expectancy: 10 to 15 years
- Temperament: Alert, affectionate, intelligent, and obedient
- Hypoallergenic: Yes
- Price: USD 1,000 to 1,500 (Very Rare in India)
- Origin: United Kingdom
The Border Terrier has medium-sized bones and is only slightly taller than long. The border is easily recognized with its characteristic otter head and sharp face. The border terrier, one of the few breeds of terriers designed to run in packs, is among the friendliest and easiest to train of the set. It is curious, active, amiable, and eager to please. It enjoys hunting and tends to be independent, making it a dog that may stray if given a chance. It generally gets along well with cats and other canines but not rodents. It makes a fantastic companion for individuals of all ages and is excellent for kids. It digs, and few dogs bark often. However, some are as skilled as escape artists.
18) Bouvier des Flandres
Breed Traits
- Group: Herding (AKC)
- Height: 22 – 28 inches
- Weight: 65 – 110 pounds
- Coat: Tousled and double coat with a fine undercoat and a harsh, dry outer coat
- Color: Black, Brindle, Fawn, Gray Brindle and Pepper & Salt
- Life Expectancy: 10 to 13 years
- Temperament: Gentle, intelligent, loyal, and protective.
- Hypoallergenic: Yes
- Price: USD 1,300 to 2,600 (Very rare in India)
- Origin: Belgium
The Bouvier des Flandres is a multipurpose breed that may serve as a guard, draught dog, and cattle herder, among other roles. The coat is trimmed sally to a length of approximately 2.5 inches. The Bouvier is a dependable, steadfast friend who is dedicated, fearless, devoted, and guarding. Given regular exercise, it is calm and gentle indoors yet eager for an outside adventure. While being biddable and eager to please, it is self-assured and independent in its judgment. However, it can sometimes be oppressive. It can be aggressive with unfamiliar canines but is generally reserved, if not protective, around strangers. Although it could bite at the kids’ heels during play, it is quite nice with kids.
19) Borzoi
Breed Traits
- Group: Hound (AKC)
- Height: 25 – 30 inches
- Weight: 60 – 105 pounds
- Coat: The long, silky coat protects against cold and snow and can be flat, wavy, or moderately curled.
- Color: Black, Brindle, Cream, Cream, Red, Sable and White
- Life Expectancy: 10 to 14 years
- Temperament: Athletic, gentle, and intelligent
- Hypoallergenic: No
- Price: USD 1,200 to 3,000 (INR 35,000 to 60,000)
- Origin: Russia and Belarus
The Borzoi is a sprinting dog that can chase huge, vicious wildlife in extremely cold terrain. The Borzoi is the epitome of a well-behaved house dog and is a breed of understated beauty. It dashes wildly outside, chasing every little animal that darts in its direction. Though independent, it is also exceedingly tender. Although it is typically good with kids, some kids might not find it enough fun. Some of them can be timid and cautious with strangers.
20) Belgian Sheepdog
Breed Traits
- Group: Herding (AKC)
- Height: 20 – 28 inches
- Weight: 60 – 75 pounds
- Coat: Dense outer coat and undercoat.
- Color: Black, Brindle, Cream and Fawn
- Life Expectancy: 11 to 15 years
- Temperament: Confident , friendly, hard-working, and protective
- Hypoallergenic: No
- Price: USD 1,100 to 3,000 (INR 70,380 to 88,000)
- Origin: Belgium
In order to work with sheep, the Belgian Shepherd Dog was bred in Belgium. It tends to travel in a circle as opposed to a straight path. They move incredibly quickly and with enthusiasm. They also have a strong inclination to move about. The Belgian was created with endurance in mind. They are superb guardians who fiercely and valiantly defend their owner and family. They pay close attention and are quite receptive to commands from their master. Belgian Shepherd Dogs are perceptive, wise, and curious. They tend to be very devoted to those they know and love, yet they usually display reluctance around new people.
Summary
The article above summarizes the list of dogs whose names start with the letter B. Along with the most popular and cute ones, the list also includes lesser-known breeds that are just as adorable. To make the process easier for you and your new family member, consider the dog’s group, life expectancy, size, and appropriate habitats when selecting a breed. After meeting and getting to know these pups, you’ll start to wonder how you ever managed to live without them in your life!