[kristin22]

Hello, my husband and I are looking into buying a new puppy, but we are unsure of what breed to buy. We like chows, chihuahuas, puggles, etc. But I was just wondering if anyone could give me some ideas of more breeds, that are GOOD with kids, not too hyper, don't shed too much, and are not too big because we have an apartment. Thank you for your time and answers!!

[mgabmt]

we have a beagle, she is great with our daughter and all she does it lay around all day. They have short fur so there is no need for grooming.

[wendinbill]

I would avoid Chows. They can be aggressive and shed a lot seasonally. We had one for 13 years.

[Katherine A]

Dogs are good with kids because the dogs and the children are trained to deal with each other! That being said, smaller dogs tend to be a bit nippier and often more fragile to children's rough hands and play. I'd suggest a standard poodle, and they don't shed, are a good size, are intelligent and sweet. Check out the AKC for breed standards, or dog clubs for more info. Often breed rescue sites have excellent descriptions of the breed's typical behaviour, etc. to inform people wanting to adopt them. Good luck!

[brandon 1]

a lab because the are king and they are activebrandon1

[Merovinjiin]

If you want a dog with character, check out some terrier breeds. Theyre always full of fun & great with kids.

[Krasus]

I think a English Bulldog would do good for you, good companionship, English Bulldogs are a a little hyper and energized when there young, but they will relax and calm down as they get older. There friendly and good with kids, and make good companions.

[Alex F]

Boston terriors are good. They are expensive becasue their heads are too big when thy're born so they have to go cesarian, but they are good dogs.

[Lady Ice]

The dog I had was an Miniture Yorkshire Terrior. I had two a male & female. They had three litters. Anywayz, they are definity good with children. If you get them why they are younger, you can train them better.

[jillybabe]

nothing better than an australian shepherd. they are a medium-sized dog but extrememly easy to train, since they like to please people. also, if you spay or neuter them, they will never shed. they are very cute as puppies as well, and great with kids. like all dogs, they should get about 1 1/2 hours of exercise every day. however, aussies will never beg to go out. but PLEASE don't get a chow dog! they are the weirdest looking, worst behaved dogs on the planet. i should know...