What type of dog is best for kids?

United States
September 12, 2006 10:36pm CST
when kids are growing up, what in your opinion is the best type of dog for them to grow up with i heard dalmations are really mean so whats your opinion?
15 responses
silvercat
@silvercat (58)
• United States
17 Sep 06
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WE have a 13yr old Pit bull he is the greatest with our kids! He really bonded with our son since the day we brought him home from the hospital, 2yrs ago! Here is a pic of the two of them!
thumpa
@thumpa (10)
• United States
19 Oct 06
I have alway been fond of boxers. Although they are a bit hyperactive as puppies, they are very even tempered and energetic. They are absolutely awesome with kids and they are highly intelligent. Boxers are fiercely loyal as well. Due to the fact they are brachiocephalic (short-snouted, like bulldogs, pugs, etc.) they are prone to respiratory problems, but it doesn't prevent them from leading full lives. They are very expressive and are very regal, cool-looking dogs. I could go on all day. Steve
locolady
@locolady (374)
• Canada
19 Oct 06
When i went to college to become an animal care aide --that ? was discussed- only thing dumber then dalmation was the person who owned it--not recommended -to high of energy find something with a lab mix in it ,great temperment,and very hardy
alon28miami
@alon28miami (540)
• United States
17 Sep 06
Golden retriever, they can pull the tail and the dog wont mind at all :-)
constaanta
@constaanta (571)
• Germany
17 Sep 06
We have a mix of German Shepard and Collie .... friendly to any child .... also could be educated to follow on commands .... doesn't need to much care for cleaning .... never was sick .... we love our MAYA .... and my kids learned responsability from this relationship
GuardianWings
@GuardianWings (73)
• United States
19 Oct 06
i'd say a big dog loyal gentle able to tolerate little kids......german sheperd,labador,retreiver, or a st beenard lol
mistypq
@mistypq (673)
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19 Oct 06
I have a Dalmatian, Golden retriever, old boy staff and new pup Irish staff. These breads are great with kids, but I prefer above all my Dalmatian Rizz she is so intelligent, loving,faithful and likes to kiss you most of the time.
wsue1023
@wsue1023 (1395)
• United States
13 Sep 06
Labrador Retriever's all the way!! They are awesome with kids and adults, love to play, love to swim and fetch, most are good protectors too. :)
Duvessa
@Duvessa (913)
• United States
13 Sep 06
I don't think that there is one certain TYPE of dog that is best for kids. I think if you get the dog at a young age & the dog & the child can grow up together then any dog can be a good dog.
pandino75
@pandino75 (377)
• Italy
13 Sep 06
i think that the best dog for kid is a french bulldog or a mop
chalmette69
@chalmette69 (3007)
• United States
13 Sep 06
Dalmations are great, I have a chinese pug and he is wonderful with the children I babysit and my daughter. He is very playful and loves attention.
theresa64055
@theresa64055 (264)
• United States
13 Sep 06
A lab. Do research on the web and you will see.
sweetcakes
@sweetcakes (3504)
• United States
13 Sep 06
to me it's not the dog it's how you raise it. you teach it to be violent, then you got a problem
MINDY0882
@MINDY0882 (2302)
• United States
17 Sep 06
we just got a chihauha lol hope I spelled that right. He has been great with out kids. I know some have can be mean around people they dont know but ours is great. i guess it depends on the breed of them..
ehans2
@ehans2 (309)
• United States
17 Sep 06
i think a pugg is the best
missyann73
@missyann73 (1454)
• United States
13 Sep 06
golden retreivers. they are wonderful, gentle, loving and loyal animals great with children