The 5 Best Dog Breeds for Families With Children
When choosing a dog to adopt, it’s important to remember that all dogs aren’t the same – even if they are sometimes all categorized as happy-go-lucky goofs. Different dogs, and especially dogs of different breeds, tend to have very different personalities and needs. This makes some dogs better suited for family life than others.
The 5 Best Dog Breeds for Families With Children
1. Golden Retriever
Golden retrievers are excellent family pets. They are gentle, intelligent, and fiercely loyal. They have sweet and playful personalities that make them a wonderful fit for families with children of all ages.
2. Labrador Retriever
Labs are another family favourite. Whether yellow, chocolate, or black, labrador retrievers are loyal, friendly, and playful. They have plenty of energy and do well in active households where they’ll have lots of opportunities for exercise and play.
3. Beagle
Beagles are friendly, smart, curious, happy, and smart. Plus, they have short coats that require very minimal maintenance. If you adopt a beagle, be ready to play and get plenty of exercise because this breed is highly energetic and needs lots of activity.
4. English Bulldog
English bulldogs are another good family pet. They’re calm and friendly. Plus, while they benefit from daily walks, they don’t require as much exercise as other breeds, making them a good fit for families who have less romping space and less time for trips to the dog park.
5. Newfoundland
Called “Newfs” or “Newfies” for short, Newfoundland dogs are truly gentle giants. They have sweet demeanours and are both devoted to and patient with their families. They are large dogs with energy to burn, so they do well in a home where they have room to romp around with their families.
Establish Your New Pet's Care With Bramalea Animal Hospital
When your family adopts a new pet, one of the first things you do should be to schedule a veterinary examination. This allows our veterinarian to establish a baseline of your new pet’s health, address any potential health issues your pet might be experiencing, and provide your pet with adequate preventive care to set them on a path for a healthy and happy life. To learn more about family pets and the type of dog that would be best for your family, we welcome you to contact Bramalea Animal Hospital today.
