TOP 30 dog breeds that love children

American Cocker Spaniel

One of the most beloved medium-sized apartment dogs. Today they are bred as companions, but once upon a time the ancestors of cockers were excellent hunters. American spaniels have a good character and are absolutely non-aggressive. They get along quickly with other animals. They feel great in families with small children; they are often taken as a friend to older people. The only disadvantage of the breed is the careful care of its coat and long shaggy ears. In order for a cocker to look great, it will have to be brushed daily.

Miniature Schnauzer

Of all the schnauzers, they are considered the most popular medium-sized dog breed. Smart, but cunning: will please the owner in order to earn encouragement. But he is stubborn in training: be persistent and strict, then you will be able to raise an excellent companion for yourself. The Miniature Schnauzer is adapted to living in an apartment, tolerates loneliness well, and needs frequent and long walks. Allergy sufferers should pay attention to it, because the dog does not shed at all. To keep your pet looking neat, you need to trim it 1-2 times a year.

Rating of the best dogs for children

Smooth Fox Terrier

He will truly become a member of the family. He becomes very attached to his owner, demands attention and is jealous of other animals in the house. He loves outdoor games, so he feels good in a house with children, but Fox is not suitable for pensioners. Does not require any special care: combing the coat twice a week, regular bathing.

How to choose a dog for a child

Children who live with dogs get sick less. They become more caring and responsible. The four-legged dog will become a friend and protector for the baby. Before getting a dog, weigh the pros and cons, discuss the idea with other family members and consider the following points:

1. The main criterion when choosing a pet is patience and friendliness. Aggressive breeds have no place next to the younger generation.
2. It is risky to buy both miniature animals and massive dogs. A small child can accidentally injure a small pet, and a grown giant can knock down the young owner with one flick of his tail. Also consider the number of square meters in the house. Some breeds are suitable exclusively for suburban homes.
3. Dog handlers believe that bitches have a softer and more gentle character. However, much depends on the pet’s upbringing, its origin and the attitude of the owners.
4. If your child is allergic, you need to make sure that dog hair will not cause a negative reaction in him.
5. When choosing between purebred and ordinary street dogs, it is difficult to say which one will become a real protector for a little person. Internal qualities are fixed in dogs at the genetic level. But there are certain breeds that are more suitable than others for keeping in a home with children. We will tell you about them in our rating.

English bulldog

Suitable as a first dog. This is a watchman, friend, companion and bodyguard in one form. The average size of the dog allows this breed to feel great in an apartment. The Bulldog loves attention and is good with children, but avoids active games. Patient with older people. With early socialization, he gets along with other animals in the house. It is difficult to bear parting with the owners: a bulldog can only have one family. He is not picky about grooming, he does not need long active walks, or any special attention to his coat. Clean by nature.

Welsh Corgi

Suitable for inexperienced dog owners. Ideal for families with small children: the corgi will be both a nanny and a friend for the baby. Can live next to other pets. Appreciates attention, loves to make friends, both among people and among other dogs. Extremely loyal. The Welsh Corgi is convenient for an apartment: it will find a place for itself, and will never drive its owner off the sofa. He keenly senses the mood of his household and delicately offers them his company.

The Best Small Dog Breeds for Children

Please note that a person’s small friends not only have a fragile body structure, but also a difficult disposition. They tend to be easily excitable. When choosing such puppies, you should not expect that caring for them will be easier.

Pug

Rating: 4.9

First in the ranking was a small breed that gets along well with children. Pugs are playful and kind. They do not need long walks, they love quiet entertainment. Representatives of this breed do not mind lying on the sofa with the child, and sometimes playing with a ball. The pug often snorts, snores and makes various sounds. He won't bark or howl just like that. The dog's maximum height reaches 30-32 cm. Therefore, the pet is perfect even for a small apartment.

A boy or girl can take care of the animal on their own: wipe the folds and comb the fur. During the walk, the dog will walk alongside you. A child under 3 years old should not be given such a puppy. He has very bulging eyes, which can be damaged by a baby.

Welsh Corgi

Rating: 4.8

This herding dog is able to make friends with children of any age category. Corgis take care of babies and treat them with care. A dog will not take up much space even in a small apartment. Owners note the balanced and friendly nature of the pet, which does not aggressively towards household members. They happily play outdoor games.

Children are not afraid of such dogs, and those around them want to get to know them better. Representatives of the English breed will not intrusively pester the owner if he is busy with something, harass the neighbors with constant barking and scratch at a closed door. It is worth considering that corgis often overeat. Therefore, moderation is important in this matter. The breed sheds heavily during changing seasons.

Bichon Frize

Rating: 4.7

One of the cutest participants in the ranking is the Bichon Frize breed. They really enjoy spending time with children, but they also ask for a lot of love and care. The animal adapts well to a new environment and prefers indoor games to outdoor games. This is the best option for a small apartment. The Bichon Frize does not show anger and gets along well with other pets. Dog owners and those around them are delighted with the beauty and charm of the breed. In addition, the four-legged fur is not subject to seasonal molting and does not cause allergies.

The only negative is the difficult and responsible care of your four-legged friend. The dog is susceptible to various diseases. She needs to be bathed and brushed regularly. You will have to constantly treat your eyes and trim your claws, brush your teeth and wipe your ears. If you are ready to have another child, then the Bichon Frize is the right choice.

Beagle

One of the most sociable medium-sized dogs that does well in an apartment. It is recommended for families with children: noise and active games are necessary for this breed every minute. The beagle gets bored when alone. If you cannot provide your pet with company, get several animals at once so that they do not get bored. Beagle - suitable only for experienced breeders, requires early socialization and a general training course.

TOP 5 breeds for a private home

1. Newfoundland is a wonderful nanny for a baby. Treats the child as his own, behaves very carefully and cautiously with him.
2. German Shepherd – despite the image of a service or guard dog, the German is great for a family with a baby. Thanks to his intelligence, he can become a good friend and protector for a child.

3. St. Bernard - properly raised from childhood can become a child's best friend, an excellent dog for a family with children. Despite external calm, he controls everything around him

4. The German boxer is stern in appearance, but treats children with tenderness and care. He loves to spend time actively and will be happy to join you for a walk in the park or on a picnic.
5. The Golden Retriever is one of the friendliest dogs; they love swimming in the water and playing active games with children. Always ready to come to the rescue in case of danger.

Border Collie

A loyal friend and a good guard. He does not single out the leader in the family, he treats all members of the household evenly. Enjoys playing with children. Accepts new pets and often takes patronage over them. It is more suitable for active people, because the collie needs frequent walks and a lot of physical activity. This breed is recommended for experienced dog breeders.

Staffordshire Bull Terrier

This medium-sized dog breed is well adapted to apartment life, but only confident, experienced breeders can afford such a pet. Needs a leader: if the dog is spoiled, he can show aggression towards people. This dog should always be in sight of the “main” in the house, especially for families with children. Staff gets along well with kids, but it is not recommended to leave him alone with them. Needs a lot of physical activity and active walks.

TOP medium-sized dogs for apartments

The most popular breeds of medium-sized dogs suitable for keeping in an apartment include the following:

• The Beagle is a small dog with short legs and hair. This is a cheerful, active pet, an ideal companion for those who love jogging. Due to their freedom-loving, willful nature, dogs of this breed are difficult to train.

Beagle
Pros: easy care, compatibility with small children, protective qualities.

Cons: need for daily physical activity and long walks, tendency to obesity, difficulties in education;

• The standard (large) poodle is an active, playful, very intelligent pet. With proper training, he can become an excellent companion. It has a hypoallergenic coat that requires frequent and regular grooming.

Pros: no aggression, easy to train and train, suitable for people who are allergic to wool.

Cons: difficult coat care, tendency to bark, large list of breed diseases;

• The Chow Chow is a dog with a distinctive appearance that chooses one family member as its owner and behaves friendly with others. She is not particularly active and can be aggressive towards other animals. She is indifferent to children and suspicious of strangers. It has a peculiar, independent character, which makes it not suitable for a novice owner.

Chow Chow
Pros: has protective qualities, does not require complex care and long active walks.

Disadvantages: difficulties in learning and training, the owner must constantly maintain his leadership position;

• Shar Pei - has short hair without undercoat, deep folds on the skin. Representatives of this breed are inactive, sociable, intelligent, peaceful, play well with children, and are friendly towards other animals living in the same area as them. They can be true companions, but do not trust strangers. They are ideal for retirees and single people.

Pros: no need for active physical activity, a peaceful disposition, a calm character, protective qualities, compatibility with children and pets, easy care.

Cons: tendency to hereditary diseases, short life span;

• The Welsh Corgi is a real shepherd, albeit small in size. He has a cheerful character, can be friends with all family members, including children and cats, has a sense of humor (this is indicated in the breed standard) and high intelligence. Adapts to any climate, but because of its thick undercoat it likes cool weather. Pets of this breed are suitable as a first dog for a novice owner.

Welsh Corgi
Pros: gets along well with children and pets, is easy to train, requires moderate physical activity and easy care.

Cons: there is a tendency to overeat;

• The Labrador Retriever (Labrador, Golden Retriever) is an ideal pet for a new dog owner, as he is very kind, intelligent, friendly, flexible, easy to train, and does not require complex care. He is gentle with children, which makes him an excellent nanny who can not only look after the child, but also protect the latter from dangerous actions. He is a leader among guide dogs due to his flexible nature and intelligence. Needs long, active walks. It is not recommended to use him as a security guard, since he is not aggressive; on the contrary, he is ready to be friends even with strangers.

Labrador
Pros: requires minimal care, loves children, is easy to train, has a balanced character.

Disadvantages: long, active walks are required, has no protective qualities, has a tendency to overeat;

• Collies are smart, quick-witted, friendly, non-aggressive dogs that can play with children and look after them. They need long, regular walks, and agility classes are suitable.

Pros: complete absence of aggression, love children, have protective qualities, friendly, peaceful, very smart.

Cons: require daily long walks and physical activity, regular coat care (in the form of combing and cutting out tangles), there are a number of genetic diseases specific to this breed;

• French Bulldog - has a small size, powerful build, folded skin, short hair. They are active, playful, intelligent, trainable dogs that need walks. They are suitable for the whole family, but the owner must pay a lot of attention to them. They do not tolerate the presence of other pets.

French Bulldog
Pros: protective qualities, devotion to all family members, trainable, cheerful disposition.

Cons: careful care of the eyes and nose is required, as well as increased attention from the owner; the bulldog snores during sleep and is incompatible with other pets;

• The Basenji is a small hound, an agile, strong, fast dog with short hair. Representatives of this breed are smart, inquisitive, clean, thermophilic, and tolerant of children and pets (but only if the latter grew up with them). They have a stubborn character and make their own decisions, so they are not suitable for new dog owners.

Attention! Due to the structure of the throat, the Basenji does not bark at all. But this does not mean that she is silent all the time. The dog can howl, squeal, “mumble” and make a number of other sounds similar to meowing or croaking.

Pros: loves children, cannot bark, requires simple care.

Disadvantages: difficult to train, need for great physical activity and warm clothing during the cold season, tendency to overeat;

• The Miniature Schnauzer is an intelligent, playful, hardy, calm pet with a strong nervous system. Individuals of this breed do not shed, but they need regular trimming (once every six months). They play well with children, behave kindly with all family members, and are distrustful of strangers.

Miniature Schnauzer
Pros: loves children, suitable for allergy sufferers, easy to train, has watchdog and protector qualities.

Cons: wool trimming required.

Appenzeller Mountain Dog

Gets along well in an apartment, but requires active walks in open space. Friendly and trainable. In the family, he chooses his master and obeys him unquestioningly. Upon entering the house, he immediately welcomes everyone who lives in it. But strangers make the Sennenhund wary. The coat requires special care: it is necessary to comb the pet regularly, especially during the molting period, which occurs in this breed twice a year.

Cane Corso

The maximum weight of an adult dog is 50 kg. Height at the withers is up to 68 cm. One of the most popular guard breeds is the Italian Cane Corso. The Cane Corso will protect the territory in which it lives from any uninvited invasion, and in case of danger it will rush into battle without hesitating for a second.

Cane Corsos are descended from gladiator dogs, their character is the golden mean between kindness and aggression. Simply put, Cane Corso packs show love, patience and loyalty towards their own members, and show an extreme degree of justified aggression towards strangers. Please note that it is reasonable.

That is, a Cane Corso is unlikely to rush into a fight without a reason. But if he senses signs of danger, he won’t wait for further confirmation. What is noteworthy is that Cane Corsos are not at all jealous or selfish. They are calm about the fact that the owner can devote more time to the household than to the dog.

Cane Corsos do not strive to become leaders, are not stubborn during training, and then unquestioningly follow the commands of their beloved owner. These giants are very easy to train, but the period of “childhood” is extended over time. Young Corsos are so playful that in a fit of reckless fun they may simply not hear the command, and then they repent so sincerely that it is impossible not to forgive them.

Adult Cane Corsos are inactive, so they can easily live even in a city apartment. If you can provide your dog with daily physical exercise while walking, then the Corso will behave completely calmly at home. When choosing a puppy, pay attention to his health - Cane Corsos often suffer from congenital hip dysplasia.

Grossspitz

A beautiful dog with thick hair. It is completely unpretentious to living conditions, so it can live in an apartment. The character is balanced, patient with children's pranks. This is a pet for both a noisy family and a retired couple. Easy to care for: despite the thick coat, you only need to brush your pet once a week.

Basenji

This breed is also called the African non-barking dog. Adult animals, when properly raised, have self-control, but puppies are extremely active. The Basenji seems to be constantly on the move. Will require active walks from the owner at least 2 times a day. Relationships with children are complicated: he can play with them, but he won’t tolerate pranks. The dog does not shed and does not smell at all. It is very easy to care for her.

Basset Hound

A dog with whom there is never a dull moment. Many are misled by his sad eyes. The Basset loves to play, accepts all household members well, lives close to other pets, and does not show aggression towards strangers. A feature of the breed is considered to be its unpredictability of character: what the Basset has in mind, it will do. It does not cause problems in care, only when walking you need to carefully monitor your pet so that it does not follow the trail of interest to it.

Dogo Argentino

The maximum weight of an adult dog is 45 kg. The height at the withers is up to 65 cm. White dogs of the smooth-haired breed have an intimidating appearance, but are distinguished by their good-natured character. Gentle Danes, however, love to show leadership qualities in everything.

This also applies to other pets and even owners. Like other large dogs, Great Danes must be trained from the first day of their appearance in the family. The owner must let the dog know that his leadership position is not being challenged. Once this happens, the Great Dane turns into a sweet and obedient animal, loyal to its family.

The level of aggression of the Great Dane towards strangers is quite high, so its protective qualities are beyond doubt. But at the same time, the Dogo Argentino will never bark for no reason or behave inappropriately in society - dogs are characterized by natural aristocracy.

Tactile sensations are very important for the snow-white big guy. He obsessively demands constant stroking, readily lies on his back and exposes his belly to his owner. He puts his head on his knees with pleasure and waits for you to scratch his forehead. If you don’t do this, the dog will feel very unhappy and abandoned.

Golden retriever

He has an unobtrusive character, but loves communication and encouragement. Responsible and devoted to the owner, which is why retrievers are often used as guide dogs. The quieter the environment, the calmer the dog will be. Loves family evenings. It is useless to use him as a house guard, because any stranger will be greeted kindly.