When you make the decision to introduce a new dog into the house, the first thing a family should think is “what race”? Many variables are considered, but one that is often overlooked is how this cute pup will interact with children when he is no longer a 10 week old, furious and friendly pup. It is clear that such a thoughtless decision can have devastating effects, which we have all seen in the news again and again. Interviews with families who thought their pitbull, rottweiler or Dberman was the perfect pet, until the day when the neighbor’s son lost it. I’m not suggesting that such breeds can’t make great pets, but let’s not forget that many of these breeds were bred for their fearless fighting ability less than 100 years ago. It’s a risky proposition to assume that all those instincts are long gone and that it only takes one incident to send your perfect family dog on a knee-jerk attack.
Kid-friendly dogs come in all shapes and sizes, but unlike most things in society, they don’t come with parental advisory warnings. That is why many people make the mistake of buying the cute little Siberian Husky or Doberman Pincher which grows into a large aggressive dog that cannot be around small children. When looking for breeds that will satisfy the needs of the whole family there are several factors that should be considered: Temperament, Breed History, Breeder reputation, and finally the overall personality of the parent dogs. If a breeder has a pup’s parents on site, he will get a pretty good picture of how his little pup will behave, assuming all environmental variables are equal.
Below, I will outline the best kid-friendly dog options in my opinion. The two main breeds are medium-sized dogs and are also the most popular according to the American Kennel Club. They are the labrador retriever and the golden retriever. Both dogs are good, robust dogs that play well with children. If you are looking for a smaller breed I would suggest a cairn terrier, BeaglePrayed Pug. All of these dogs weigh less than 20 pounds, but they will be able to handle a child falling on them. I would not recommend going smaller than 15 pounds because children can be rough and young dogs are at risk with young children. On the other hand, there are still some giant breeds that are acceptable for children. Estos incluyen el great dane and Bernese Mountain Dog. Others will affirm that San Bernardo should also be included in the “Gentle Giant” list, but I choose to do so because there have been several attacks not caused by San Bernardo against children in the past. This has often been attributed to bad bloodlines or mental illness, but I suggest looking at this breed with a bit of caution.
In conclusion, you can find a dog that meets all of your criteria if you do your homework. For those people who simply leave and buy any dog that looks good, they often end with a race that does not match their lifestyle. If you are looking for a mixed breed dog, consider the mixed races that include two parents of pure breed friendly with the family. If you follow my guide and train your dog and your family, you will have a great pet that will complement your family. Good luck!! And do your homework before you go shopping.
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