Which Dogs are Kid-Friendly?


There are so many different types of dogs! From German Shepherds to Saint Bernards, the possibilities are pretty much endless! Although there is one thing to consider, which dogs are the kid-friendly kind?

You really don’t want to face this.

Future dog owners should carefully consider their choice of dog before adoption, especially if they have kids. They should also consider matching their kid’s personality with a certain dog. Is your child athletic and hyper, calm and quiet, or maybe kind of lazy? Are they ready for this kind of responsibility? There are types of dogs that can be quite aggressive like the Pit Bull, Rhodesian Ridgeback, even the Saint Bernard! Here are some lists of dogs that are kid-friendly and might match your kid’s personality!

Note: It’s best to get a dog if you child or children are a certain age.

Active Dogs

Some dogs can be really active and hyper, just like some children. Be sure to research the right age for that kind of dog! Here are some the most active dogs breeds:

  • Poodle
  • Labrador Retriever
  • Golden Retriever
  • German Shepherd
  • Russell Terrier
  • Pembroke Welsh Corgi
  • Beagle
  • Border Collie
  • Dalmation
  • Australian Sheperd & Miniature Shepherd

Note: For anyone who new to adopting a dog, be careful about the German Shepherd. While they can be loyal, these dogs are also known to be aggressive. So inexperienced owners shouldn’t adopt this dog.

Calm Dogs

Is your child more of a calm and quiet person? Don’t worry, some dogs can be calm too! Here’s a list of some breeds that are known to be calm:

  • English Bulldog
  • Saint Bernard
  • Bull Mastiff
  • Greyhound
  • Pug
  • Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
  • Shih Tzu
  • Great Dane
  • Newfoundland
  • Basset Hound

Lazy Dogs

If your child isn’t very sporty and likes to sit down, a dog that like that might be the best one. Some of them are also in the previous list. Speaking of, here’s the list:

  • Bulldog
  • Bullmastiff
  • Pug
  • Chihuahua
  • French Bulldog
  • Pekingese
  • Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
  • Chow Chow
  • Skye Terrier
  • Shih Tzu

These are probably just some of the most kid friendly dogs, but there are more out there. So be sure to research more about them. Goodbye for now!