Dogs are by quite some distance the UK’s most popular pet - around one-in-three households contains a pup, equating to around 13 million four-legged friends.
If you are considering adding a dog to your family there’s plenty of research to do - according to the UK Kennel Club there are 21 different breeds of pedigree dog to choose from, alongside numerous crossbreeds.
You might also think about adopting a pet from a charity like the Dogs Trust.
Choosing the right breed is absolutely essential – for example opting for a small dog if you don’t have much room at home, or a hypoallergenic dog if you suffer from allergies.
Different breeds of dog also tend to have very different personalities – with some more likely to lash out with nips, nibbles and even bites.
Of course any dog is capable of delivering a damaging bite, while most dogs of any breed are unlikely to do any damage unless seriously provoked, but there are certain breeds who have temperaments making them less likely to be aggressive than other.
So, here are the 15 breeds of dog that are least likely to bite.
13. Beagle
The Beagle is a classic example of a dog breed that isn't necessarily the most obedient of breeds but is still unlikely to bite. These mischievous hounds can be a nightmare to train, often try to escape and may get into numerous scrapes and adventures. They have an utter lack of malice though, meaning your favourite pair of shoes are at more risk than any person they meet. | Canva/Getty Images
14. Pug
Biting simply isn't in a Pug's nature, prefering to be vocal rather than nibbling. These adorable pooches are more likely to deafen you with barking than snap. | Canva/Getty Images
15. Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
When it comes to the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, the main motivation is an overriding eagerness to please its owners. Even if one of these beautiful dogs does have a wee nip, when it realises it has displeased its owners, it's unlikely to do it again because it will feel so guilty about it. | Canva/Getty Images