| From the time they are very small, many children | | | | especially toward kids. They also love to play and can |
| long for their own dog. No matter how many times | | | | be effortlessly taught to obey commands and |
| their parents say that they can't have one because | | | | directions. |
| they probably won't take care of it, kids persist. | | | | Collies |
| Having their own dog is something very special. Dogs | | | | Collies are very dependable and loyal. Though this |
| are a different kind of playmate than other children. | | | | dog's natural instinct is to herd, collies can easily be |
| These pals won't fight, or boss their friends around, | | | | trained and adapt to family life. This breed is very |
| and they are always fun to be with. | | | | sweet-tempered and protective of its family. Collies |
| Even though dogs can be great playmates, the | | | | are a great choice for a family with small children |
| wrong match between small children and large dogs | | | | looking for a large dog. |
| can turn play time from fun to dangerous. Luckily for | | | | Shetland Sheepdog |
| the parents of children that want their own big dog, | | | | The Shetland Sheepdog is a very gentle-natured |
| there are large breeds of dogs that are a great | | | | breed of dog and deals well with children. Sheepdogs |
| choice for families with small children. | | | | do require a lot of exercise and interaction which can |
| Poodle | | | | be a perfect fit for a family with active children. |
| Standard poodles, which are the larger breed of | | | | English Springer Spaniel |
| poodle, are a good choice for families with small | | | | The English Springer Spaniel is a very easy-going dog, |
| children. Poodles are very smart, affectionate, and | | | | which makes this breed a wonderful choice for a |
| lively. They can withstand a gentle bump or hug from | | | | house full of young, loud children. This dog is also |
| a toddler, and love to play for hours with bigger | | | | very affectionate and makes a great companion in |
| children. | | | | the outdoors. |
| Labrador Retriever | | | | When parents make the decision to get a dog for |
| This breed of dog has enough energy to keep up | | | | their family they should remember that even though |
| with very active children. They are especially loyal to | | | | these breeds are more compatible with small children |
| their families, and have protective instincts. Labrador | | | | they are still large dogs. Sometimes accidents can |
| Retrievers are known for their easy trainability, | | | | occur with even the friendliest dog. Parents should |
| intelligence, and good nature making them a great | | | | make an effort to watch their small children around |
| choice for families with small children. | | | | their large dog at all times. |
| Golden Retriever | | | | It is also important for families who have small |
| Golden Retrievers are very well-tempered, love to | | | | children and a large breed of dog to take the time to |
| play, and are very loyal to their family. They are an | | | | train their pet. A dog can be trained by professionals |
| especially smart breed and children will enjoy teaching | | | | or at home. Even though the dog breed may be |
| them tricks, as well as spending hours and hours | | | | loyal, dependable, well-tempered, and great with |
| playing with their very playful pal. | | | | children, dogs have natural instincts and need to learn |
| Airedale | | | | how to live in a house. By taking precautions and |
| It is important for families with small children to look | | | | training their dog, parents of small children can feel |
| for a dog that is loving toward children. Airedales are | | | | even safer about having a large dog as part of their |
| the perfect choice. This breed is very loving, | | | | family. |