India’s best dogs revealed: 9 breeds perfect for your home, weather, and heart

Produced by: Manoj Kumar

Desi Champ

The Indian Pariah Dog is the original survivalist—smart, disease-resistant, and heat-adapted. Forget fancy breeds—this indie needs no frills, just your love.

Pool Buddy

Labradors don’t just fetch—they swim, run, and nap like pros. Gentle giants that thrive with kids, Labs are India's ultimate cuddle-meets-chaos family favorite.

Apartment Ace

Indian Spitz are pint-sized dynamos that handle heat and high-rises with ease. Think low maintenance, high loyalty, and enough fluff to steal your sofa.

Tamil Protector

With their ghostly white coats and fierce loyalty, Rajapalayams are born guardians. Made for the sun, raised to protect—you won’t find a more regal sentinel.

Karnataka Sprinter

Lean, alert, and always on the move—Mudhol Hounds are built for action. They don’t just survive the Indian heat—they dominate it.

Beagle Vibes

With ears that charm and energy that delights, Beagles thrive in Indian homes. Friendly, playful, and low-fuss, they’re tail-wagging happiness machines.

Wiener Warrior

Dachshunds may be tiny, but they pack heat-tolerant stamina and city smarts. Apartment-friendly and full of sass, they’re small dogs with big hearts.

Boxer Bouncer

Built like a tank, acts like a toddler. Boxers mix brute strength with goofball love—great in warm climates and even better at guarding your home and heart.

Golden Heart

Golden Retrievers are emotional glue. With enough grooming, they handle Indian heat—and in return, offer the kind of loyalty movies are made about.