The Best Dog Breeds for Families

Once you have decided to add a loving dog to your family there a various things to consider before you go make a purchase. For example, how active is your family? What type of house or area do you live in, and will the animal have the appropriate room that it needs? How little are your children and can they be taught how to properly treat and care for the dog? There are many breeds that are good with families, but remember that even within good breeds, there can be “bad dogs.” Just like people, they each have their own personality.

A few breeds that are suggested to be great for families include the Golden Retriever, which is one that is good if you have a more active family. Golden Retrievers love the outdoors. Schnauzers are a superb companion; they will protect the family and they always want to please their owner. For families with small kids, a Lab would be excellent because both children and this breed seem to have endless energy and they would keep each other busy. Families that have allergies within the household might want to consider a poodle. These dogs come in three sizes and hardly shed. If you live in a smaller area like an apartment, a terrific little dog to have is a Boston Terrier; these little guys don’t need a lot of room.

Regardless of the breed, kids and dogs make a wonderful match, but no matter the breed, it still is only part of the equation that makes a good dog. Other factors include where the dog was purchased, the dog's training, and how kids treat the dog. Once you have decided on the breed that's right for your family, you will then have a loyal friend and a great addition to the family.