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Choosing A Family Dog:
When choosing a dog for a family, it's important to choose a breed
carefully. Particularly nervous or highly strung breeds would not be
great around children, particularly younger kids. In their desire to
play with this cute new addition to the household, they may frighten
or irritate the dog, which could lead to defensive behavior like
nipping or biting your children.
Golden Retriever
Golden retrievers make great family dogs. They love attention, and
are extremely friendly. They are good with children, and can be
quite goofy and playful. Some can be aggressive, but this is usually
a problem with poor breeding. It tends to affect those with a
reddish colored coat more, and is often associated with an under
active thyroid. So, it's important to get a dog from a good breeder
whose first priority is the temperament of the dog.
Labrador Retriever
Labrador retrievers are very athletic dogs, so they need quite a bit
of exercise. This is especially true of black labradors (my sister
can testify to that!). But they are happy dogs, very affectionate
with both adults and children, and gentle. They love water. My
sister's dog chewed the hose one day when they were away and the
people looking after her didn't give her the daily play with the
hose she so loved.
English Cocker Spaniel
English cocker spaniels are intelligent, affectionate, and happy
dogs. They love playing with children, and so make good family pets.
They have a very gentle nature.
Old English Sheepdog
Old English sheepdogs are large dogs. They are very affectionate,
and get along well with children - as long as they are not teased or
treated roughly (or with rough play). So, if you have young
children, this would not be a suitable breed. Older children would
probably be fine, however. When training Old English sheepdogs, it's
important not to be overbearing, as this can cause these dogs to be
timid, or respond aggressively based on fear. These dogs need
company, and a reasonable amount of space.
Other good choices for a family dog include pugs, beagles, basset
hounds, and Brittany spaniels.
Whatever type of dog you choose, it's important to understand that
buying a puppy will require a lot of time in training, particularly
with regards house training. Not only does the puppy need a lot of
affection, attention, and guidance, but the children will also need
to be taught how to interact with your puppy so that they don't
accidentally hurt them. If you have young children, or toddlers, and
your hands are full with them, it may be better to buy an older dog
who has already been trained.
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