regardless of whether a dog is a
purebred or a mutt temperament size and
energy level are the three factors that
can help you choose a good family dog
in today’s video we bring to you the top
10 most kid-friendly dog breeds
before we move any further make
number 10
Bulldog Kid-Friendly Dog
for a devoted patient pup that’s sure to
act affectionately towards kids the
bulldog is your go-to breed the bulldog
has a sturdy build that is perfect for
kids however you won’t win any awards
for most energetic dog a friendly and
loyal bulldog gets along well with other
pets and dogs too the bulldog is
comfortable living in large houses as
well as small apartments their smaller
size makes them suitable to both large
houses and small apartments as well
if you are interested in getting a
bulldog keep in mind that the compressed
nature of their jaw means they’ll need a
little extra care with teeth cleaning
and wheezing snoring and some drooling
are part for the course the folds around
their tail and facial wrinkles will need
to be cleaned to prevent dirt buildup on
the other hand a coat needs minimal care number nine
Beagle Kid-Friendly Dog
beagle the people’s small
size and calm temperament make this
breed a great choice for families they
can easily be carried beagle’s sturdy
build means they’re never too tired to
play games if your kids love the
outdoors this breed will fit right in
since there’s nothing they love more
than exploring outside and taking to the trails
smart friendly and happy the beagle
usually gets along with other pets too
they use shed so they require frequent
brushing and bathing number eight
Bull terrier Kid-Friendly Dog
unfairly branded as an aggressive animal
the bull terrier was actually bred to be
a companion dog friendly and loving
towards adults and kids alike keep in
mind that your bull terrier may often
have mischief on their mind especially
when it comes to other small animals and
dogs avoid problems by keeping your pet
mentally and physically active every day number seven
Newfoundland Kid-Friendly Dog
Newfoundland nicknamed
nature’s babysitter the Newfoundland is
considered to be one of the most
intelligent breeds in the world and
these dogs just happen to love children
and are very protective of them gentle
kind and patient this breed is almost
like the mother teresa of dogs both
younger and older family members will
quickly fall in love with this large
wonderfully sweet dog the Newfoundland
best suits a family with large open
spaces and although they are known to
drool and shed excessively they should
not be left to live outdoors in the yard
no dogs should
their long coats will also require
regular grooming and upkeep number six
Vissla Kid-Friendly Dog
vissla while this breed isn’t
exactly a common household name mostly
due to their need for regular exercise
they’re actually one of the best dog
breeds for active and energetic families
with older kids the vizsla has a lively
disposition but a gentle manner and is
both loyal and affectionate the breed is
also obedient confident and smart this
lets form close bonds with family
members and are able to learn new tricks
quickly they have a short coat so their
grooming routine is quite low
maintenance number five
Irish setter Kid-Friendly Dog
known for the red coat the Irish setter
is playful and energetic loves being
around people and plays well with
children
in fact this breed loves being with her
family so much that they hate to be
alone which means they’re on their best
behavior when surrounded by their loved
ones this dog needs lots of exercise and
is a good match for energetic kids a
smart and trainable companion the irish
setter is perfect for people with a yard
and they’re great at greeting new people
that come into your home as well
irish setters do have a longer coat so
they will require regular grooming and
brushing to prevent them from getting
hair mats number four
Poodle Kid-Friendly Dog
poodle besides their often distinctive
haircuts the poodle also happens to be a
very smart and gentle dog
proud and elegant this dog breed is both
caring and loyal and is seldom annoyed
or bored poodles are available in both
miniature and standard sizes meaning you
can choose the specific poodle size that
best matches your living environment
they’re great for kids with allergies as
they shed very little each breed comes
with different perks the standard poodle
breed is very obedient smart playful and
adventurous
although they are often shy with
strangers they get along great with
people and kids that they know
miniature poodles on the other hand tend
to dedicate themselves to one person in
particular but they are good with other
pets and kids they are smart responsive
obedient and playful no matter the
the particular breed of poodle however their
coats do require scheduled grooming number three
labrador retriever Kid-Friendly Dog
labrador retriever this is
one of the most popular dog breeds and
for good reason the labrador retriever
is playful patient loving protective and
reliable they are highly intelligent and
take well to training they require a lot
of exercise and love swimming so be sure
your family is up for the challenge make
sure that they have plenty of room to
run around and play whether they’re
black labs chocolate labs or yellow labs
they all share the same sense of stamina
strength and obedience that makes them
such a popular breed these affable
dollars get along well with other
animals and pretty much everyone they
meet plus their short coats mean that
they only really need a weekly coming to
keep them clean and healthy however
labradors do shed so you should be
prepared for cleaning up their hair
regularly number two
Golden retriever Kid-Friendly Dog
golden retriever the golden retriever is
a confident smart kind and loyal dog
neither aggressive nor timid the golden
retriever is extremely patient which
makes them a perfect match for kids
while the breed does need a lot of
exercise they love to play retrieving
games are their favorite for example
your golden might love playing with
frisbees you’ll often find that the
fun-loving golden retriever is
affectionate and obedient as well
meaning that your kids will fall in love
instantly
proper care for their glorious golden
coats require twice-weekly brushing number one
Mutts Kid-Friendly Dog
mutts while your family might
be considering only purebred dogs don’t
count out mixed breeds mixed breeds
often provide the best traits of two or
more great breeds and one dog when you
adopt a mixed-breed doll you are saving
the lives of two dogs the dog you adopt
and the dog you’ve now made space for at
the rescue by adopting you can also get
more behavioral background on the dog
the shelter or rescue workers spend
their days caring for the dogs so they
can let you know about the ins and outs
of a dog’s personality and habits in
terms of size if the dog is in what and
also not fully grown you might only get
best estimate on their size as an adult
so now that you know a thing or two
about kid-friendly dogs choosing a new
dog for your family should be a little
bit simpler but remember that while
these dogs may have characteristics that
make them great family pets you will
still need to work on daily training and
socialization to help them become good
canine citizens.