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Dogs best with children

by Julie
(TN)

Samson

Samson

I saw your list of dogs best with children and wondered why Old English Sheepdogs are not on the list.

My sheepdogs are wonderful with children and adore them. They watch over them and they make sure that no harm comes to them. They are calm and love to hug and be used as pillows.

Does anyone else have a breed out there that is great with kids that wasn't on the list?



Hi Julie
Great call! Your Old English Sheepdog sounds like the perfect best friend.

You're correct that they do make great house dogs and family pets, given their easy going disposition. The only disadvantage would be the shedding!

I'm certain there are many other breeds that are not on my list, as it really only consists of the more common breeds. However, I'm going to add the Old English Sheepdog and would love to hear from other people who have breeds that they think should make the list.

Of course, every dog is unique, and just because an individual dog is a good pet it doesn't always mean that applies to the breed as a whole.

Thanks for your input.



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Jul 28, 2008
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by: Anonymous

I think that Newfoundlands should be added to your list. They are WONDERFUL with children and many of them act like nannys. Also if a person has a pool that a child can fall into, the newfoundland's instincts kick in and more times than not, they will pull a child out! The only downside that I can see thus far would be the SLOBBER!
Apr 22, 2008
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by: Julie

Thanks for adding the Old English Sheepdog to your list. I totally agree that so much depends on the individual dog. However, I wanted to let you know that Sheepies shed only a little, nothing near as much as our labrador sheds. The hair comes off in little "hair bunnies". I can hug my sheepdogs and not get a single hair on my clothes. I dog sit several breeds and most shed more than the sheepies do with the exception of a golden doodle who "sheds" a little less.
That being said, grooming can be a chore, and can quickly get out of hand if it's not done regularly.
I appreciate your answer and am enjoying your site.

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