| If your young family is looking to bring a pet dog into | | | | or misbehave. You will find that Beagles love to dig, |
| the home, it is a good idea to choose a breed that | | | | so it is wise to keep an eye on them outdoors to |
| has a good track record with children. Introductions | | | | ensure that they don't dig escape tunnels or holes |
| between the dog and baby or child should be made | | | | that might be dangerous for a child or baby. |
| as early as possible and in calm and neutral setting. | | | | Pomeranians |
| Some breeds of dogs are too large or excitable to | | | | Another small breed of even-tempered dog is the |
| make them suitable for living with children. The ideal | | | | Pomeranian. These dogs are incredibly intelligent and |
| dog or puppy for your family is one that has an | | | | are great at learning tricks. They are high-energy and |
| even-temper and can be trained easily. He or she | | | | may bark a bit when excited, but they love to please |
| should love attention and respond well to the | | | | their owners. Pomeranians have long hair that a baby |
| occasional tight hug or roughhousing that children are | | | | might like to pull, but with time most Pomeranians will |
| prone to. The four breeds listed below are great | | | | grown accustomed to some gentle tugs. |
| choices to consider for your family. | | | | Labradors |
| Beagles | | | | If you are interested in a larger dog, consider a |
| Beagles are the small, happy dogs that the Snoopy | | | | Labrador retriever for your family. Labs are loved for |
| Dog cartoon character is modeled after. They are | | | | their large heads and paws that they never seem to |
| cute, active, and mild-mannered. The short hair is | | | | fully grow into. Despite the larger size, Labradors |
| great around children because it is hard to pull or get | | | | make gentle and loyal pets that tend to be especially |
| snagged by a small hand while playing. Beagles remain | | | | protective of their owners and children. Their |
| small in size, even as adults, so you don't have to | | | | easy-going personalities are ideal for interacting with |
| worry about them outgrowing or overpowering your | | | | children and make Labradors a long-time favorite |
| children. They have a resilient temperament and | | | | family pet. Keep in mind that Labs are curious and a |
| essentially never get annoyed or frustrated, so they | | | | little mischievous, so they may move or hide toys |
| rarely nip at people. Beagles are playful but they calm | | | | around your home. |
| easily when playtime is over, and they don't act out | | | | |