PredatorSlayer
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My GSP will get worn out chasing a tennis ball - it isn’t like you have to take them for a run. Very intelligent, eager to please and is really a giant lap dog 9 months out of the year. Its important to do your research on the parents and the litter so you know the temperament.Given the OP's description, I'm a little surprised at how many recommend GSP's. They are great dogs, no doubt, and have a very high hunting drive. They are also very athletic working dogs and require alot of exercise, much more than the typical household will provide. I've seen a few that didn't get enough exercise and it causes lots of problems as they start chewing, digging, jumping, etc. If part of the description of what you are after is "laid back" I personally wouldn't be looking at a GSP.
I'm a big fan of the Boykin Spaniel personally, but they probably shed more than what the OP wants. It's not terrible with a little maintenance, but certainly more than a lot of the other breeds mentioned here. I'll also mention that I always feel it's a shame to have a bird dog that never gets to hunt birds. If there are no plans to hunt the dog, there are other breeds, as mentioned above, that would likely be a better fit.