| For those who have children, selecting the best | | | | AmStaffs are of medium height and prefer warmer |
| breed of kid friendly dogs is important. Sure dogs | | | | climates also as they're active dogs, you should take |
| may be cute, friendly, and all but not all dogs are | | | | them out for walks or jog with them regularly. They |
| suitable for kids especially those who are three years | | | | are easy to groom and are an average shedder due |
| old and below. Choosing dogs with the right | | | | to their short-haired coat. |
| temperament is vital if you want your kids to have a | | | | 3) Beagles - They are well-muscled, have a mind of |
| long lasting relationship with your dog. | | | | their own, and a well-developed sense of smell which |
| When it comes to deciding which breed of kid | | | | they follow when they are distracted by the scent |
| friendly dogs to welcome into your home to become | | | | of animals that cross their path. They are perfect for |
| part of your family, you don't purely base your | | | | the family because they are brave, sociable, |
| decision by just looking at a picture of a particular | | | | intelligent, happy-go-lucky-dogs who love to wag their |
| dog and tell yourself, "Hey, I bet little Nathan will like | | | | tails at everyone. |
| him!" | | | | Beagles are kid friendly dogs because of their small |
| There are other important factors to consider to | | | | to medium build plus they are gentle, playful, and |
| avoid making the wrong choice which may end with | | | | even-tempered. Once they get used to their kid |
| your dog accidentally hurting your kid/s. These | | | | masters, they will adore them and become almost |
| factors are size, coat texture, coat length, activity | | | | inseparable. |
| level, and type of grooming. | | | | 4) Pugs - They belong to the Toy Group and though |
| Below is a list of kid friendly dogs that are commonly | | | | these dogs have small frames they do have strong |
| recommended by breeders, veterinarians, and dog | | | | hard muscles. They also have a big round head that |
| trainers. Together with the factors mentioned above | | | | features large wrinkles, dark round eyes, small thin |
| you can now make an informed decision. | | | | ears, a blunt square shaped muzzle, a curled tail, and |
| 1) Retrievers - They are "sporting dogs" and while | | | | a short coat that is soft, fine, and smooth. |
| Labrador retrievers weigh anywhere from 50-60 | | | | Their playful, animated, loyal, affectionate, fun-loving, |
| pounds, the Golden retrievers weigh anywhere from | | | | love to tease, anxious-to- please-their-masters |
| 60-80 pounds. They are good for kids because they | | | | temperament is perfect for families with kids or |
| are very gentle and tolerant towards playful poking | | | | elderly around. They can be good watchdogs too and |
| done by kids. | | | | don't bark much which is why they are perfect for |
| Another good quality that retrievers have is that | | | | apartment or condo living. |
| they will remain as playful as puppies all their lives. | | | | 5) Collies - This last in our list of kid friendly dogs |
| They are perfect for family outings at the beach | | | | became popular to families because of the popular |
| because they are good swimmers. | | | | TV show Lassie. They are sensitive, mild-mannered, |
| Would-be owners however, should know that they | | | | easy to train, loyal, energetic, good-natured, plus they |
| shed quite a bit so it's best that they are brushed | | | | do well with other pets as well as other dogs. |
| daily. Also they need to be regularly walked outdoors | | | | They are good for families because of their high |
| because they are active dogs. | | | | intelligence; they are not aggressive but even the |
| 2) American Staffordshire Terriers - These dogs are | | | | well socialized ones become suspicious if they sense |
| intelligent, outgoing, human-oriented, patient and | | | | 'bad vibes' from strangers. As natural herders they |
| protective of kids; they're very tolerant that when | | | | are recommended for older kids as they have a |
| kids tease them they rarely respond. In fact, the dog | | | | tendency to herd kids or nip at running, screaming, |
| could be injured without you knowing it. | | | | playful toddlers. |