that will not be inside.? I have two children 10 & 8 years, so the breed will have to be suitable for them. I also don't want a yappy dog. Although the dog wont be allowed inside we do have a big back yard.

While growing up we had a beagle they are smaller dogs and she stayed outside. The only negatice was she barges a lot, not sure if this is part of the breed or if it was just her. Hope you find a great family friend.

You have to keep you're medium small dog inside. It could freeze or get hurt. A medium small dog might be a yorky. Or a Siberian Huskie. BUT YOU CAN'T KEEP IT OUTSIDE ALL THE TIME. That could kill it.

umm i really dont reccomend having outside dog bc of the parvo going around i dont like the fact ppl make there dogs outside bc when i volunteer at a vet alot of ppl have dogs out side and they always end of gettinng sick and getting dieses there are small dogs u can have in side yorkies.... peekapoos....miniture poodles those are very kid friendly but yea if you wanna have a out side dog i rec. having there shots up to date and not to use ne type of yawn growing stuff or ne chemicals on your lawn or weed killer or plant stuff but yea have fun finding a dog ^^

If the dog is the family pet it should be inside....If you intend to keep it outside you have no business having an animal period!

Get a beagle

Probably a beagle.

The best dog in the world is the springer spaniel. they are medium sized dogs, and are perfect for the family life. My best friend has two of them and they are the best dogs I have ever seen. These dogs are very loving. However, if the dog won't be allowed in the house, it is not the dog for you. by the way, no offense, what is the point of having a dog when you leave the poor dog outside 24/7. I would recommend not having a dog.

If you are not going to keep the dog in the house, you dont need to have one.

I think mutts are great. They come in all sizes and personalities. You could go to your local shelter or Humane Society and look over the dogs there. I'm sure the staff would be more than willing to tell you everything they know about the dog and let your children be around it to see how it behaves.