What breed would you recommend?

Question

I have had dogs all my life and 4 months ago lost our old bulldog - we feel ready to take on another dog/s but whereas we are used to the bigger breeds, bulldogs and rotties etc we now have two children who would like a more active pet than their previous beloved bulldog and i think as a family we might suit 2 smaller dogs who can be with us all the time and in most situations. My hubby still prefers the bully breeds can anyone suggest a smaller breed that might suit kids are 5 and 9 and as a say used to dogs with the right amount of respect. we have trawelled all the rescue sites with no luck.

Answer 1

There are lots of breeds that are good with children and are on the smaller size.  Most dogs can be raised with children, but cocker spaniels, springer spaniels, mini poodles, shelties (although they are herding dogs and will "herd" the kids, but you can train them not to).  I think any of the medium-small breeds are good, but I would not go with a tiny breed like toy poodles, yorkies, chihuahua and the like.  Please get your pup from a good breeder if you are going the puppy route, you have a much better chance that you will get a better temperament.  Have you looked on petfinder.com?  I know you have exhausted the shelters in your area, but perhaps you can find a suitable pup there.  Good luck.

Answer 2

CAVALIER KING CHARLES SPANIEL!i have 3 children aged 3,5 and 7 and i have 5 cavaliers they are the perfect family pet,gentle,loving and loyal.they love cuddles and attention from adults and children but are also active when on walks.i recommend cavaliers to any familey!

Answer 3

Irish Terrier

They are loyal beautiful red coloured dogs, good guard dogs and very loyal.

If not the Irish Terrier try the Whippet or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.

Answer 4

My daughters just got a Bichon Frise, they are adorable and good with children. Google it, pics

Answer 5

theres 1 thing about small dogs... they can b nasty.

even though this is a big dog, i would suggest a golden retriever bc theyre gentle, fun nd cute. my golden is 3 nd we had her since 3 months... she has NEVER bit someone.... they dnt bite.

Answer 6

I suggest:

Mix breeds

Doberman

Border Collie

Lab

Jack Russel (hard to train, and they have a natural bad temper sometimes if not trained properly)

Poodle

****-sue(?)

I have a Doberman / Shepherd / Lab / Husky mix at 50 - 70 pounds, she's great with kids of all ages, well trained (off-leash trained, comes back on command). If you want a dog for your kids, I suggest getting a young dog or puppy, rescues can have problems...

Answer 7

Bichon Frise

Answer 8

Yorkies are lovely if you train them properly and they stay small! So cute! and well behaved! - IF YOU TRAIN THEM PROPERLY! but considering you've had dogs before, you should be fine!

Answer 9

catahoula leopard dog.  

Answer 10

Think about a Rhodesian ridge back.  Great dog.  You may have good luck with them.  Not a big dog but a good size dog.  Check out the web site.

Answer 11

golden retriever as a big dog, maltese west highland terrier for a small dog. Golden Retrievers need alot of excercise but are adorable and good companions, they are extremely gentle and i grew up with one. Malteses and West Highlands are more lap dogs but still good companions however they can bark alot and dont always have the best tempers. If you want a low-key dog it is best to get something that has a short coat that does not malt. Another good breed is a labradoodle as they dont shed and are a medium size!  

Answer 12

labradoodle!! they is cool and i hav a puppy  labradoodle and se is gorgeous and can be bouncybut mostly calm

Answer 13

Hi

We have a bulldog and are looking into getting another dog.  We did get a Springer Spaniel who was a complete nutter but unfortuantely he got parvo virus and died - he was only 4 months old.

Anyway, a Springer is very active and he loved the children and if he had not got ill he would have just grown up to be a big nutter!

We are now looking at getting a French Bulldog - I just love the bully breed and after having read a number of articles on Frenchies, they seem to be more "active" than our English Bully.

Whatever you decide - good luck.

Answer 14

! am sure you will get a long list of potential smaller dogs to keep as a family pet but these are my my personal favourites.

My personal favourite small dogs are the Jack Russell and Border Collie..

They are loving, loyal, highly intelligent and love to play.

They fit into a loving family atmosphere very quickly and are more than happy with children.

Poseidon

Answer 15

i'm so sorry. =(

i have a toy poodle....

toy poodles are the best dogs ever.

they're small, easy to take care of, fun, and GREAT with kids, adults, anyone.

they're great watchdogs...i mean they bark if somethings wrong =)

i highly recommend them. GOOD LUCK!!!!

Answer 16

Sorry for your loss, but I would recommend labradors or labrador crosses they are so much fun and will have you in stitches they are also gentle. I wish all the luck with your new pet but most retrievers are a good choice.

Answer 17

border collie

i had one when i was a kid they are very protective of family and show alot of affection and loyalty they are very clever aswell

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Border_Coll...

Answer 18

It's not small but Boxers are great with children and have more that enough energy to keep up with the most active family.  But, perhaps I'm a little biased. lol

Answer 19

Take the test at: http://www.dogbreedinfo.org/. It will tell you the perfect dog for you after you answer the questions.

Answer 20

King Charles Cavalier, small, cute, hunting dog, good with kids. mine is really stupid and sooo entertaining. lol

Answer 21

Miniature Collie

Toy Poodle

Dachshund

Or maybe adopt one..?

Answer 22

german shepard are friendly towards children and could suit your husband too

Answer 23

lab

boxer

dachschund

dalmation

staffie bull terrier

Answer 24

i would say a staff people believe they make good house protectors this is not true there very loyal and are great with kids i have 2, they love playing and are soooooooo friendly you will love them forever

Answer 25

king charles spaniel

Answer 26

Well they are not small, but i grew up with 2 german Shepard's( one at a time). They were not most beautifuldogs ever. friendly Defiantly will get one  in the future, kids or no kids.  

Answer 27

Irish Wolfhounds are gentle giants with a lovely temperament. West Highland Terriers are energetic funny lovable and adorable. They also live long.(Mine lived to 18!)

Answer 28

labrador retriever is the best  

Answer 29

spaniel cross =] i would get a cross because they live longer and have less genetic problems  

Answer 30

do this

http://dogtime.com/matchup/question/1

Answer 31

i actually suggest getting a mini schnauzer because thats what i prefer