Top Five Family Friendly Dogs
If you are inquiring about family friendly dogs, you probably have children.
Finding a dog that will have enough patience with children is a very important thing.
Even though some dogs might seem docile enough at first, they could turn out more aggressive than you thought, and that is a chance you cannot afford to take with your family.
You might be surprised when you learn which dogs have been judged the most suitable for families with children.
1-Newfoundland Newfies are not so well known or popular.
Despite their imposing bear-looking appearance, they are loyal, sweet, loving and completely indifferent to any poking, hair pulling and pouncing on they could be submitted to.
As their nickname describes them, the ''gentle giants'' are gentle and laid back.
Their patience and loyalty make them easy to house break, even as young puppies.
Their double fur coat and webbed feet makes them great for water, which they are drawn to and adore.
They have been known, more than once, to save people from drowning.
CONS: They require more grooming than most dogs, and are prone health problems growing, some of them which can cause death at a young age.
2-Staffordshire Bull Terrier Even though this might seem like an unconventional choice for a family dogs, Staffies adore children.
They are trustworthy and quiet, very important qualities.
Despite their rough and strong look, they are very gentle dogs who enjoy sun bathing and cuddling very much.
Loyalty is not to be confused with aggression.
They make great guard dogs, especially the females.
They will be happy to meet new people, while always defending themselves and their family.
Another good quality is their ability to get along with other pets you might have in the house.
CONS:These were first bred as working dogs, so they require a rigorous exercise regime to maintain their impressive muscle built.
They also tend to chew a lot, so plan lots of chewing toys.
3-Labrador Retriever You could easily understand why this is one of the world's most popular dog breed.
First used as hunting dogs, they are now used to perform a wide variety of tasks such as rescue dogs, drug-sniffing dogs and guide dogs.
They look to please and are greatly active.
Their temperament is even and can adapt to pretty much any environment.
Their intelligence makes them easy to train.
They require exercise on a daily basis, and leash training is imperative starting at a young age, to avoid it becomes a ''puller'', considering their neck strength.
They are incredibly tolerant and trustworthy, which is perfect for your children.
When well trained, they are one of the most adaptable, obedient and dependable dogs out there.
CONS:Like most dogs, they require regular exercise, so make sure you have the time.
They love to eat, and their food obsession can lead them to eat non dog friendly foods, which can harm them or lead them to obesity.
So the diet needs to be monitored closely.
4-Collie I know what you're thinking: Lassie.
Of course, isn't it what we all picture? Well Lassie was a little more intelligent than most collies thanks to the magic of television, but still a great dog.
Collies are well-suited for the family life, being really gentle with all children.
They are extremely intelligent, making the training a breeze.
They devote themselves to protecting their loved ones, therefore making excellent guard dogs.
Being first used as herding dogs, they will tend to have the same instinct on children, being pushed to herd them away from harm or danger.
If you keep your collie indoor, it will be mellow and easygoing.
On the other hand, an outdoor collie will bound with energy! CONS: Like you probably guessed it, that beautiful coat needs some regular grooming.
The good news is that their is a breed of collies with short hair, for those of you with a busier lifestyle.
Both breed will shed heavily twice a year, so have a good vacuum cleaner ready.
5-Golden Retriever OK now you knew this one would be on the list right? Well it had to be! Isn't a Golden what we all picture in the perfect family? Well they are pretty near perfect.
Their extreme intelligence makes them multi-talented, allowing them to excel at tasks such as tracking, retrieving, hunting, agility, swimming, obedience competitions, narcotics detection and being guide dogs.
They are prefect for the whole family, being playful and sweet, yet mellow and protective.
Like its cousin the Labrador Retriever, they always look to please.
They will be friendly with almost anyone, including other dogs! They will be able to alert their masters about strangers, while remaining docile.
CONS: Guidelines and training need to be set, to keep the Golden physically and mentally stimulated, to avoid having your pet becoming high-strung and mischievous.
Again the diet needs to be monitored, because they can easily put weight on, leading to other health problems.
Finding a dog that will have enough patience with children is a very important thing.
Even though some dogs might seem docile enough at first, they could turn out more aggressive than you thought, and that is a chance you cannot afford to take with your family.
You might be surprised when you learn which dogs have been judged the most suitable for families with children.
1-Newfoundland Newfies are not so well known or popular.
Despite their imposing bear-looking appearance, they are loyal, sweet, loving and completely indifferent to any poking, hair pulling and pouncing on they could be submitted to.
As their nickname describes them, the ''gentle giants'' are gentle and laid back.
Their patience and loyalty make them easy to house break, even as young puppies.
Their double fur coat and webbed feet makes them great for water, which they are drawn to and adore.
They have been known, more than once, to save people from drowning.
CONS: They require more grooming than most dogs, and are prone health problems growing, some of them which can cause death at a young age.
2-Staffordshire Bull Terrier Even though this might seem like an unconventional choice for a family dogs, Staffies adore children.
They are trustworthy and quiet, very important qualities.
Despite their rough and strong look, they are very gentle dogs who enjoy sun bathing and cuddling very much.
Loyalty is not to be confused with aggression.
They make great guard dogs, especially the females.
They will be happy to meet new people, while always defending themselves and their family.
Another good quality is their ability to get along with other pets you might have in the house.
CONS:These were first bred as working dogs, so they require a rigorous exercise regime to maintain their impressive muscle built.
They also tend to chew a lot, so plan lots of chewing toys.
3-Labrador Retriever You could easily understand why this is one of the world's most popular dog breed.
First used as hunting dogs, they are now used to perform a wide variety of tasks such as rescue dogs, drug-sniffing dogs and guide dogs.
They look to please and are greatly active.
Their temperament is even and can adapt to pretty much any environment.
Their intelligence makes them easy to train.
They require exercise on a daily basis, and leash training is imperative starting at a young age, to avoid it becomes a ''puller'', considering their neck strength.
They are incredibly tolerant and trustworthy, which is perfect for your children.
When well trained, they are one of the most adaptable, obedient and dependable dogs out there.
CONS:Like most dogs, they require regular exercise, so make sure you have the time.
They love to eat, and their food obsession can lead them to eat non dog friendly foods, which can harm them or lead them to obesity.
So the diet needs to be monitored closely.
4-Collie I know what you're thinking: Lassie.
Of course, isn't it what we all picture? Well Lassie was a little more intelligent than most collies thanks to the magic of television, but still a great dog.
Collies are well-suited for the family life, being really gentle with all children.
They are extremely intelligent, making the training a breeze.
They devote themselves to protecting their loved ones, therefore making excellent guard dogs.
Being first used as herding dogs, they will tend to have the same instinct on children, being pushed to herd them away from harm or danger.
If you keep your collie indoor, it will be mellow and easygoing.
On the other hand, an outdoor collie will bound with energy! CONS: Like you probably guessed it, that beautiful coat needs some regular grooming.
The good news is that their is a breed of collies with short hair, for those of you with a busier lifestyle.
Both breed will shed heavily twice a year, so have a good vacuum cleaner ready.
5-Golden Retriever OK now you knew this one would be on the list right? Well it had to be! Isn't a Golden what we all picture in the perfect family? Well they are pretty near perfect.
Their extreme intelligence makes them multi-talented, allowing them to excel at tasks such as tracking, retrieving, hunting, agility, swimming, obedience competitions, narcotics detection and being guide dogs.
They are prefect for the whole family, being playful and sweet, yet mellow and protective.
Like its cousin the Labrador Retriever, they always look to please.
They will be friendly with almost anyone, including other dogs! They will be able to alert their masters about strangers, while remaining docile.
CONS: Guidelines and training need to be set, to keep the Golden physically and mentally stimulated, to avoid having your pet becoming high-strung and mischievous.
Again the diet needs to be monitored, because they can easily put weight on, leading to other health problems.
