A Scottish herding breed, Bearded Collies are outdoorsy dogs with fluffy, shaggy double coats, which are simply made for cuddling.
Once the fashionable, fluffy lapdogs of Victorian high-society women, Yorkshire Terriers were initially bred as rodent hunters. But one thing has stayed the same: their silky coat still invites us for cuddles!
An adorable breed, the Eurasier is named as such because of its mixed heritage. A combination of the Chow Chow, Wolfspitz, and Samoyed, the Eurasier has both European and Asian traits.
The Leonberger is a German breed developed by mixing Saint Bernards and Newfoundlands for European royalty. With large and muscular bodies, Leonbergers also have a cuddly demeanor, which makes you want to pet their thick and soft coat.
Originating from the Finnish Arctic region of Lapland, Finnish Lapphunds were used for hunting and herding stubborn reindeer. Their thick, fluffy coats protect them from the cold climate.
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While they look similar to the fellow Swiss breed the Saint Bernard, the Bernese were bred for herding, not for rescuing. Today, they make great family pets, especially for those with children.
Once bred as companions for Chinese royalty, the fluffy manes are signature Pekingese traits, as are their short snouts and poofy tails.
Originating from Scotland, the Rough Collie has luxurious, billowy fur that needs regular brushing. Known for their loyalty and friendliness, they're an excellent family dog, especially for those with young children.
Tall and furry, the Great Pyrenees were named after the Western European mountain range, where they were first used as sheepdogs. Today, these strong-willed, fluffy dogs make great family companions.
Famous for rescuing stranded travelers in the Swiss and Italian Alps, Saint Bernards are loyal and playful goofballs. Both long- and short-haired varieties do some major shedding, so you'll need to brush them frequently.
Expect the fur and the drool to fly when you cuddle a sweet, fun-loving Newfoundland doggo. Native to Canada, these giant beauties need to be brushed out at least once a week.
Siberian Huskies are fluffy charmers, known for their striking eyes. An active breed, they need a good brushing just about as often as they're exercised.
Old English Sheepdogs are known for their fabulous fluffy coats, including fur that frequently covers their eyes. And while they can look comical, caring for these cuties isn't a joke, as they need to be brushed several times a week.
Despite their all-American name, these medium-sized white puffballs originated in Germany. The breed's progenitors were German Spitz, but due to anti-German sentiment during the First World War, it was renamed "American Eskimo Dog." Adorably cute, their short, thick undercoat helps give a fluffy look to their longer outer coat.
Originally a working dog in Siberia, this breed herded and protected reindeer in freezing temperatures. So, they needed all that fluff!
This Chinese breed has been recorded since the Han dynasty as a Chinese noble companion and hunter. Known for their black tongue and fluffy, lion-like mane, who doesn't want a Chow Chow cuddle?
An incredibly intelligent and active breed, the Border Collie's fluffy double coat needs to be brushed a few times a week.
This plush-coated dog comes in several colors, and some have beautiful icy-blue eyes, or even two different-colored eyes. An intelligent breed, the Australian Shepherd's fluffy undercoats require frequent brushing or raking.
Talk about a fluff ball! The Tibetan Mastiff is an ancient breed that once lived in isolation in the freezing temperatures of mountainous Tibet.
Shetland Sheepdogs, or Shelties, are highly intelligent and trainable, great family dogs, and natural herders. They also have beautiful long, fluffy fur, and a thick undercoat.
Known as the "bearded lion dogs" in their native Tibet, Lhasa Apsos once guarded high-altitude Buddhist monasteries. Their floor-length coat isn't woolly or silky in texture, but it's just the right mix for cuddling.
High-energy puffs of fluff, Pomeranians were pets of famous names in history, including Queen Victoria and Mozart. Their fluffy double coat, which comes in different colors, attracts pet owners everywhere.
A combination of the Bichon Frisé and Maltese breeds, the Havanese was developed in Cuba. Their tiny, cuddly frame covered in silky coats makes them a perfect fluff ball of joy.
The Maltese is a toy breed famous for its long, resplendent white fur. They're a gentle-mannered breed, which makes them a satisfactory cuddling companion!
The Coton de Tulear is a famously fluffy dog known for its soft, cotton-like coat. Originating from Madagascar, they're named after the town of Tulear, where they were discovered.
Often associated with noblemen and royals, the Bichon Frisé, with its white fur and black button eyes and nose, is almost comically cute. Despite all that fur, bichons are relatively low shedders.
Once the lapdogs of Chinese royalty, pet owners love cuddling them because of their luxurious, dense, and flowing double-coated coats.
A cross between a Cocker Spaniel and a Miniature Poodle, Cockapoos were first introduced in the 1960s. Their coat is soft and silky, and their fur may be wavy, curly, or straight.
Considered to be among the smartest dog breeds, Toy Poodles are little bundles of hypoallergenic, non-shedding joy. These pooches are great companion dogs who know how to work their way by cuddling.
Originally bred to catch birds in France, one look at the curls on a Barbet is enough to make you fall for these fluff balls. Their coats can be black, brown, or gray, sometimes with white spots on the chest or paws.
If you love fluffy dogs, then you've come to the right place! These fluffy breeds are beloved for their soft, cloud-like coats, which make them look more like a marshmallow than a canine. And while they may have a lot of fur, some of these luxurious-looking breeds don't shed nearly as much as you'd think. Their fluffy appearance often gives them the look of an adorable stuffed animal, plus there's nothing like running your hands through that thick, soft fur as you pet them!
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If you love fluffy dogs, then you've come to the right place! These fluffy breeds are beloved for their soft, cloud-like coats, which make them look more like a marshmallow than a canine. And while they may have a lot of fur, some of these luxurious-looking breeds don't shed nearly as much as you'd think. Their fluffy appearance often gives them the look of an adorable stuffed animal, plus there's nothing like running your hands through that thick, soft fur as you pet them!
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