Everyone has heard the saying, ”A dog is a man’s best friend.” Well, if one is a dog lover, they’d rightly understand this saying. As children, many of us must have begged our parents for a pet, especially a small pup, and if we did get that pup, then the pup did us good because owning a dog teaches one responsibility and consistency. Many hospitals have pups in the Paediatrics Department because puppies have been used with children in therapy. They help children overcome many challenges and make them feel light and happy. But, do you know what’s common between FarmLokal and dogs?Pets & kids thrive on natural goodness: no artificial junk, just pure organic milk.Strong bones for playful moments: whether it’s fetch with your cutie or soccer with friends!
Love should be wholesome in every form: from furry snuggles to a cold glass of clean milk. So here’s the list of the ten best breeds of dogs for children to grow up with :
GOLDEN RETRIEVER
This had to be on top because this is mostly everyone’s favourite breed! This is a well-known family dog with a beautiful golden coat, and almost all children, kids, teenagers, and adults are fond of this breed. They are great at learning how to fetch and bring objects back, and are wonderful companions for kids to grow up with, without an iota of doubt. Limited health concerns and brushing them only thrice a week make them a suitable pet. They are intelligent and obedient, and pick up on things quicker than other breeds. Families who keep this dog find this breed loyal, along with putting up with the many tantrums of young kids.
BEAGLE
The Beagle is a floppy-eared dog that is well known by children in the form of Snoopy. They must be regularly exercised and their food intake must be closely monitored to avoid obesity in this particular breed. The setback to keeping a beagle in the house with children present is the beagle’s love for food and their sense of smell to root it out. But, a good point is that the beagle doesn’t drool, so this is one of the advantages of keeping it as a pet. A beagle is sweet, gentle and a very loving dog and they are wonderful with children. Since exercising is a must for this breed so it is also a great way to take your kids out for exercise along with your pet regularly.
BULLDOG
The English Bulldog is an affectionate sweetheart despite its fearsome appearance and is great for families with kids. Many universities and high schools abroad have used this breed as their mascot, including Yale University. They are full of energy as puppies, but slow down with age. This makes them a good companion for young toddlers. This breed is an average shedder and should be wiped down every day to keep wrinkles clean and free of infection. They are loving dogs and make great guard dogs as well. Families generally love this breed because they tend to build a strong bond with children. Also to note, a bulldog may overheat in warm weather, so they should not be left outside.
IRISH SETTER
This breed makes a great companion for families who are looking to train a smart dog with patience and will appreciate this high-energy pet. The dog needs an active family who loves taking their pet out for exercises and walks, so not every family will be right for owning this breed. The Irish Setter is playful and a fun-loving dog, but could be stubborn at times. Known for innate intelligence, cleanliness and a warm nature, an Irish Setter fits perfectly into the family dog category.
POODLE
With a quick wit, a poodle is considered one of the smartest dog breeds despite its ‘beauty without brains’ image. Poodles may have a variety of cuts that are much easier to maintain and low-key for families. This breed is easy for families to take care of, but without regular grooming, they could have tremendous hair loss. They can easily become overweight and need exercise as well, just like other breeds.
LABRADOR
Though depicted as a troublesome dog in most of the movies,a Labrador is a good option as a pet for kids. While they shed a lot, families that are prepared to take regular care and do daily brushing will not have a problem keeping this breed. The breed is smart and highly trainable. They are always high on energy and that is why they are suitable for kids. In this case, one always needs to be ready to play with this breed now and then.
7. PUG
Everyone’s favourite Indian mascot, the Vodafone pup! It is pretty much impossible not to fall in love with a pug. One look into their brown, fuzzy, warm eyes and it’ll melt your anger instantly. Kids are crazy about keeping a pug as a pet. They are extremely easy to groom, no exercises required as such and are very good with people and other animals. These tiny cuties provide one with endless joy and fun.
Now that you have so many brilliant options, it should be easier to choose a pet for your family.