What types of dogs interact most successfully with small children?
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1. The Beagle are very good with children for they love to interact with people and children for fun. This type of dog is gentle and enjoy playing ball. It is small and nonthreatening for the most part and yet it is sturdy and ready to play.
2. American Bulldog are extremely timid, shy or aggressive towards people. It is brave and determined but not hostile. These dogs usually love children and is known heroism acts towards its owners. They have strong protective instincts and because of t hey have a tendency to be trained to be well socialized.
3. Eskimo dog is known to be a loving breed of dog. They are well built and playful which makes them a good family dog. This dog is also intelligent, alert, easy to train and eager to please.
4. The American Foxhound is a sweet, loving, gentle dog which makes it great for children. They also get along with other dogs as well.
5. The Mastiff also love children and they are very devoted to their owners. This type of dog is quite, calm, loving , and loyal.
6. Bearded Collie is a bouncy breed and are extremely playful and lively. They are perfect dog for kids. Females are calmer compared to their male counterparts. This dogs are high-energy dogs and are very trainable.
7. Bernese Mountain Dog also loves children for they are gentle, cheerful, very intelligent, easy to train, loyal, self-confident, and good natured. They are not very aggressive and they are natural watch dogs.
There are many more breeds that are good for children. see complete list at the source.
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If you decide to get a puppy, I'd recommend one that is at least a medium-size breed, big enough to take a bit of rough play.
There are many breeds that would do, it depends not only on the ages of your children but what type of lifestyle your family lives and what you expect out of a dog. Most dogs who are raised with kids and socialized properly can be good playmates for them, but large and giant breeds can accidentally harm small kids.
Personally, I love beagles. They are great with kids, lively and playful dogs, but they do tend to bark a lot (which makes them good little watch dogs). They are on the small side of medium, usually about 25 pounds as adults.
Here are a few links below to help you choose the right dog:
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Source:
http://www.trainpetdog.com/Labrador-Retriever/about-labrador-retriever.html
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Labrador_Retriever
http://www.akc.org/breeds/labrador_retriever/
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M$This is because the breed of the dog does not solely determing how your children and dog will get along. All dogs, regardless of breed type are individuals.
Here are some tips that will help you ensure that your child and dog get along;
1. Children must be taught the boundaries of what is and what is not acceptable behavior around dogs.
2. Avoid the larger boisterous breeds.
3. To greatly increase your chances of getting a sound, stable, well balance dog of good temperament always purchase your dog from a reputable dog breeder.
4. Get stuck into the puppy socialization process as soon as your new dog arrives home.
5. Its never too early to start some obedience training.
6. Never leave young children and a dog alone and unsupervises. No dog is 100% safe.
7. Do some research into the various dog breeds.
Here are some known breeds that are known to get along well with children;
1. Golden Retreiver
2. Australian Shepherd
3. Poodle
4. Boxer Dogs
5. Norfolk Terrier
6. Beagle
7. Labrador
8. Cocker Spaniel
9. English Bulldog
10. Bichon Frise
11. Whippet
12. Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
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