I have picked 15 medium-sized breeds whose curled tails are as defining as their personalities.
#1 Poodle
Poodles originated in Germany as hunting dogs.
Their eagerness to please makes them great service dogs.
It’s perfectly normal for poodles to have a tail curl.
#2 Portuguese Water Dog
Portuguese Water Dogs are medium-sized dogs.
They are very intelligent and respond well to obedience training.
#3 Spanish Water Dog
The Spanish Water Dog is a sturdy, athletic, medium-sized breed used in Spain as a general-purpose sheepdog and guard.
The SWD is diligent, loyal, affectionate, and intelligent.
They need lots of human contact and bonding time with their human families.
#4 Shiba Inu
The Shiba Inu is a breed of hunting dog from Japan, that are independent and can be difficult to train.
Shiba Inus are also known for their distinctive, curly tails.
Interesting fact: they’ve earned notoriety as the face of memes online.
#5 Bouvier des Flandres
The Bouviers des Flandres were originally bred to be Belgian herding dogs.
The breed’s particular blend of characteristics makes it a good family pet. The tail is customarily docked to about four inches, leaving two to three vertebrae.
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#6 Labradoodle
It is a medium-to-large-sized hybrid cross between a Labrador Retriever and a Poodle. The breed was intended to be a good choice for people allergic to canine dander.
They are friendly and good with your children. Labradoodles can have curly tails.
#7 Akita
The Akita is a muscular, double-coated dog that originates from the mountains of northern Japan.
In 1931, the breed was officially declared a Japanese natural monument.
Akitas are strong-willed dogs bred to work independently.
Akitas are close with their owners and form strong bonds.
An Akita’s trademark is the plush tail that typically curls over their back.
#8 Pumi
The pumi is a medium-sized herding dog from Hungary. I love that the Pumi’s tail is curled tightly over its back.
The breed was first mentioned by name in 1815. As a whole, the breed is not predisposed to many health issues.
#9 Bichon Frisé
It is a Franco-Belgian breed of small toy dog of bichon type which originated in the Mediterranean region, possibly in Tenerife.
The Bichon Frise tail curves upwards. They get on well with other dogs.
They are considered to be hypoallergenic.
So, if you have a pet allergy, the Bichon Frisé is really good for you.
#10 Bolognese
It is a small dog breed of the bichon type, originating in Italy, which belongs to the Bichon group.
It is a calm dog with a long, fluffy, pure-white coat.
The tail is carried curved over the back.
The Bolognese does not do well alone for long periods of time.
Their curious nature makes them well-loved family dogs.
#11 Pug
The ancestor of the Pug was a dog called the Lo-Chiang-Sze.
They were brought from China to Europe in the 16th Century. Pugs are members of the toy group despite their solid appearance.
The tail normally curls tightly over the hip.
#12 Samoyed
Samoyeds are known for having a classic spitz tail that curls over the back. They can be trained to compete in herding trials.
Samoyeds’ friendly disposition makes them poor guard dogs.
#13 Chow Chow
The Chow Chow is an all-purpose dog of ancient China, that are known for a very dense double coat.
The tongue is purple or blue-black.
Chow Chows are aloof with strangers and eternally loyal to loved ones.
Many Chow Chow owners say they have an independent streak.
#14 Keeshond
The Keeshond is a medium-sized spitz dog of ample coat and a tail that is tightly curled over the back. Their affectionate nature makes them ideal family pets.
These energetic dogs should be exercised daily.
#15 Pomeranian
The Pomeranian is a small companion dog breed from the Spitz family. They are very loyal to their families.
At the age of about 3 months, the tail begins to curl.