This study, however, surveyed 6,000 dog owners instead. The least aggressive breeds included Basset Hounds, Golden Retrievers, Labradors, Siberian Huskies, and Greyhounds. Pit Bulls and Rottweilers scored about average to below average in the study.
Breeds scoring low for aggression included Basset hounds, golden retrievers, Labradors, Siberian huskies. The Rottweiler, pit bull and Rhodesian ridgeback scored average or below average marks for hostility towards strangers. Greyhounds rated the most docile.
Dog expert Richard Polsky, PhD reviews findings from a study about the most aggressive dog breeds. Chihuahuas and not pit bulls were the most aggressive.
