--- title: "Best Dog Breeds for Small Children" id: "202822" type: "post" slug: "best-dog-breeds-for-small-children" published_at: "2021-03-05T01:57:00+00:00" modified_at: "2021-03-05T01:57:00+00:00" url: "https://houstonpetland.com/2021/03/04/best-dog-breeds-for-small-children/" markdown_url: "https://houstonpetland.com/2021/03/04/best-dog-breeds-for-small-children.md" excerpt: "Dogs are usually a great addition to the family and they come with a lot of unconditional love for everyone. It isn’t uncommon for pups and pup owners to form an unbreakable bond and make blissful memories over the years...." taxonomy_category: - "Community" --- [Home](https://houstonpetland.com/) / [Blog](https://houstonpetland.com/blog/) / **Best Dog Breeds for Small Children** [Community](https://houstonpetland.com/category/petland/) # Best Dog Breeds for Small Children March 4, 2021 · 3 min read · [cosmick](https://houstonpetland.com/author/cosmick/) [Stay connected via Google News Follow Us For The Latest Pet Updates and Guides.](https://www.google.com/preferences/source?q=houstonpetland.com) Dogs are usually a great addition to the family and they come with a lot of unconditional love for everyone. It isn’t uncommon for pups and pup owners to form an unbreakable bond and make blissful memories over the years. The first ever best friend of many kids is their childhood pup and in addition to the companionship, they also pick up lessons in caregiving, love and patience. When choosing a puppy for your kids, you would need to take note of factors like his temperament, energy levels, and size. Chances are your wonderful munchkins would be spending a lot of time playing with their pup, so you would need a breed that can match their enthusiasm. Without further ado, here are 5 dog breeds that are just amazing for kids: 1. **Golden Retriever** Golden Retrievers just about have an infinite amount of patience and are known to be fiercely protective of their wards. They are not aggressive and they are known for their playful nature (your kids would have a lot of fun getting him to play fetch). Their golden coats are exquisite too, and just brushing them down twice weekly is all you need to unleash the glow. 1. **Labrador Retriever** If your kids especially have a whole lot of nervous energy and are typically all over the place, then a Labrador Retriever is perfect for them. Labs usually need a lot of exercise and how better for them to get it than while having fun with the kids! They are also very patient, obedient, loving, and respond to training without any hassle. Enjoying this read? You'll love our puppies. Adorable, vet-checked pups looking for their forever homes — available now. [Meet our puppies](https://houstonpetland.com/puppies-for-sale/) 1. **Newfoundland** This breed comes with a pretty distinct nickname that tells a lot about them, “Nature’s babysitter.” They are super intelligent and totally love kids as well. They also come with an unlimited amount of patience, they’re very kind and can be easily trained too. Opting for this breed does come with some extra work; they drool and shed significantly and are therefore great for a home that has open space. 1. **Pug** One breed that sure does like to show off is the Pug! They absolutely adore human companionship and are very playful and affectionate. They do not appreciate being left alone for long periods on their own and often display a stubborn side from time to time. However, they make a great playmate for kids and get along well even with inexperienced pet parents. Easygoing and compact, they do not do well in heat and would typically wheeze or snore because of their short nose. 1. **Beagle** Beagles are sweet-tempered cuties who have found a way to endear themselves to both kids and adults alike. They make for a wonderful companion and are known for being very active, especially when outdoors. They are great scent hounds and sure do know how to have fun. They need lots of exercise, so, anticipate a lot of running and jumping around the house. Beagles are compact and can easily be transported as a result. On a final note, you should teach your kids and puppy how to interact, and there shouldn’t be any problems at all! 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