I need a dog that is small, non barking, and good with kids. Anny suggestions?

lol u can never get a dog that non-barking, but i've heard that dochsunds (weiner dogs) are really good, my neighbors have 3 of them, they're good for small kids and they rarly ever bark

Small & non barking... Im not sure you can use those 2 words in a sentence together...

go and check out your local humane society and other animal rescue groups. there are so many dogs to choose from. you can go with your kids and see and play with the dogs and hopefully give one a new and loving home.

We got a golden retriever when the kids were small. Loyal, smart, great with kids.































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There is this one type of dog that doesn't actually bark it is called a Besenji. But research the dog HEAVILY before actually getting one. Although they may not bark, they make noise in different ways.

Pugs fulfill all of what you have said. They are small, do not bark much, and are extremely attached to their owners, particularly children. In fact they become so attached, they become depressed if you leave them alone. They love to play with children, and just love to be around with them. You would hardly hear them bark.

Yorkie! And they do not shed!And I know the best place to buy them (in Southern California.) I got mine there.

Small dogs bark a lot. There is only one breed of dog that doesn't bark and that is the Basenji. They can't bark. You can train any dog to bark less, but you can't guarantee it. Small dogs have to be carefully considered with small children. They are excitable and easily broken. Are your kids very young? Do they tend to get rough with animals. If they do, your best breed is stuffed. You should research any breed before getting it. Daschounds tend to pee when excited, Chihuahuas get very possessive. Pomeranians have legs that are so delicate they break VERY easily. Cocker Spaniels are the small breed dog MOST likely to bite someone in the family. (Dalmations are the most likely large breed dog.) Different dogs meet different family needs better. http://www.akc.org/future_dog_owner/find_breed.cfm can help you get more information on what type of dog you want. Personally, I'd go with a mutt. They tend to be less inbred and more stable than the highly pampered purebreds.

Consider the following1.) Whippet - (like a small greyhound)2.) Beagal3.) Labrador RetreiverI know the lab is a little larger than the other two but this breed has an excellent rep as a family friendly dog.

"Breed" is just a social construct to divide dogs. Don't buy into the hype, my fellow canines, "breed" is only fur deep.

Try a medium or large dog...almost all small dogs bark.I personally reccomend the Akita.

Get a yorkie. I have a yorkie he does not bark and is very loyal. extremely sharp and alert. They are very loyal and are sweet and protective.

My first thought was Border Collie, but since it has to be small I would say Yorkie, Corgie, beagle or a basset houndDO NOT get a Pomeranian Chihuahua or any type of fox or jack Russell terrier.They become very Territorial and Pomeranians are not good with small children.

if you r looking to spend the money ...we have two lhaso apso 's . There are great with my kids always have been . And they only have the annoying bark when they are alerting you of a stranger or somthing they dont know is ok. They were breed in tibet as watch dogs that is there nature ,GOOD DOGS!!!

The best dog to have around children is a laborador but this doesnt meet your small requirement. My family bred yorkshire terriers when both my sister and brother were young. When this breed is brought up with children and properly socialized it seems to get along well with them. There is only one breed that I know of that is non barking though and the name of it escapes me--it is hairless as well and very expensive--not the type of dog that you would purchase to be a family pet. Again with proper socialization and ground rules the yorkie is less yappy than say a chihuahua but it all depends on individual personality as well....

In my experience one that has generally got a good reputation for being good natured. But you can never tell. My uncle bought a golden retriver for his kids and it turned and he got the dog from a reputable breeder. Shop around a bit dosent have to be a pure bred either.

I totally agree with Kenny. The absolutely best dog for children is a Golden Retriever. I have a 7 yr old Golden and she is just absolutely wonderful. We got her from a shelter 4 yrs ago and even coming from where she did she has such a calm temperment and disposition about her. My kids have taken her food, taken her bones, stepped on her accidentally, and my neighbor's 1 yr old son accidentally sat on her head and all she ever did was got up and walked away from them. She is very loving and loves to lick them...lol. My oldest son is now 12 and she sleeps with him every night. She loves attention but in the same respect is always willing to give it in return. As far as barking Goldens do not bark much at all as a matter fact it is minimal to none. As far as the person who mentioned their uncle had a Golden who turned on him, wow I have NEVER in all my life heard of such from this breed. They are Loyal family dogs and rated the best for children.

a golden retriever