If you have or plan to have children of your own, if you
have family with young kids who visit frequently, or lots
of younger children in your neighborhood, you are probably
seeking a dog breed that is good with children.
Different breeds have different temperaments; some dogs get
along fine with children while others are better around adults
only. Luckily, you have a great many child-friendly breeds
to choose from. Be sure to keep in mind, however, that all
children need to learn how to treat dogs. They need to be
taught to be gentle! Even the sweetest, kid-friendliest dog
can BITE if it feel threatened, or if it is hurt or teased.
List of the Best Dog Breeds for Kids
Below is a list of all AKC recognized breeds. The lefthand
column has the most child-friendly breeds. You have
so many to choose from you should have no problem finding
a good dog for your kids.
Encyclopedia
of Dog Breeds: Profiles of More than 150 Breeds
This is an excellent, highly rated book that discusses each breed's physical
and personality traits, suitability as a pet, information on each breed's vulnerability
to specific health problems, longevity, exercise needs, compatibility with children,
and more.
New
Encyclopedia of the Dog
Another great book that describes 450 different dog breeds including rare breeds
and experimental breeds like the Labradoodle. Lots of photos.
This is an excellent, highly rated book that discusses each breed's physical
and personality traits, suitability as a pet, information on each breed's vulnerability
to specific health problems, longevity, exercise needs, compatibility with children,
and more.
