Thursday, August 4, 2011

Great Family Dogs

By Tania Sutter


If you are a parent then you probably already are aware just how much dogs and children seem to go together. Dogs and their young humans share a very special bond together. In most instances this is true regardless of the individual dog and human involved. Still, some breeds of dog are better than others. If you're planning to get a dog for your family, it's a good idea to do a little research to find the pet that will be the best fit.

This isn't as simple as you might think. In order to find the dog that will be the best companion for your children, you need to take many factors into consideration, including the type of dog. All the breeds of dogs are known to be individuals. You can get general information about the behavior and temperament of a certain breed, but that's just one factor you need to think about.

Here are some of the factors that you as a parent should consider before ever purchasing one of these canines for a family pet to bond with your kids. There are really some breeds that are just well suited for the living part among the families that have children in the home, such as a Golden Retriever or even a Labrador.

Once you've decided on a breed or a few breeds that would be good for your family, you'll want to learn about a dog's bloodlines and genetics. Meet the dog's mother and father if you can. Then there is the socialization that you along with the puppy's breeder can provide. Your dog will need training in order to behave the way you would like him to. It's just as important to teach your children how to behave around the dog.

Having pets in the home is good for children on many different levels. They will play together, to the benefit of both the dog and the children. Many children will have such wonderful and fond memories of all the times that they shared with the family dogs.

Of course it's not just all fun and games. Children with dogs or other pets in the home can learn about the responsibility that comes with having a pet. This is also an ideal opportunity for kids to learn about compassion, generosity and caring for someone smaller than they are. Here are a few suggestion that can help to create a safe and happy relationship between the dog and your children.

It is a good idea for you as the parent to do some good research into the many types of dog breeds. The American Kennel Club, or AKC, is a good place to start. Right on their website you can find a list of breeds. There you can find out several things like the sizes, the temperament and the suitability the animals will have around children. Another idea is to talk to a local dog trainer or veterinarian. They should be able to offer informed opinions about the suitability of different breeds. They may also know about pets that are available in your area.

Many families have found that certain dog breeds make very good family pets. This will be for reasons like sizes, temperament, strength and also tolerance that they will have towards children. If you do your research and make your decision carefully, you'll find a dog that fits into your family well, and your kids will enjoy the dog as much as the dog enjoys the children.




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