2006-07-23 04:13:14 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
Boston Terriers have no aggression problems in a family..they are always just the happy go lucky clowns..Very patient with small children, and quite sturdy..Take a peek> http://images.google.com/images?sourceid=navclient-ff&ie=UTF-8&rls=GGGL,GGGL:2006-18,GGGL:en&q=boston%20terrier&sa=N&tab=wi
2006-07-23 04:26:24 · answer #1 · answered by Chetco 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
If you currently don't have a dog, or the baby, you might want to wait a bit. There's so much work in taking care of a baby and there is so much work in taking care if a new dog. What would you do if the baby is crying and the dog needs to go out at the same time?
See if you and other people in your home have the strength to handle both before you bring home a new dog. Too many times, the dog loses out in these situations and winds up in shelters.
2006-07-23 11:22:55 · answer #2 · answered by Ginbail © 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel! I'll never forget the time when mine was still a hyper puppy and we came across a mother and her baby while out on a walk. She leaned down with her baby and my dog immediately calmed and sat quietly as the baby stroked his head. Then the lady asked what breed he was cuz she wanted to get a dog. He's the same way with seniors, too.
2006-07-23 11:24:10 · answer #3 · answered by Puma 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Spaniels and pugs are recommended for families with children, but they don't recommend toy dogs to be around small children.
Plus, you need to find a dog that is calm. Some dogs have become so inbred that they are hyper. A good breeder doesn't do this, so the dogs are more stable.
2006-07-23 11:16:46 · answer #4 · answered by Nosy Parker 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to a shelter and they will help you pick out the best small dog there to have with a baby, there may even be one who has lived with a baby before.
2006-07-23 11:16:27 · answer #5 · answered by Jemma 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A Poodle. If it is young they will grow with the baby. Boxes are good but larger. Alot of small dogs are like a one person dog. But I have had pooles over the years and found them the best. Pem
2006-07-23 11:37:18 · answer #6 · answered by Patricia M 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
hi there, i had a wolf / shepard mix, huge at 157 pounds! friends and family said GET RID OF THAT DOG! he'll eat your child! well... I knew getting rid of my faithful companion of 7 years was not gonna happen. so I read up on the matter of newborns, small children and established pets. dogs notice everything, as I was preping for my bundle of joy, I allowed my dog to sniff, lick and nose around all the baby items. So after I had my daughter and was to come home I sent a blanket that my child was wrapped in, home with a family member, so my dog could sniff. Next, as i went into my house, leaving dad and baby in the car, i went in to greet my dog and let him know i was home with new scents (our baby) happy to see me and i missed him too! i let him sniff my hands and clothes. so this made so far 3 interactions with the new addition to our family. next came the big moment- BABY, we set our child down in her car seat. our dog looked first, then slowly came up and sniffed, sniffed and licked her hand. we praised him. my daughter was 6 when BUBBA passed. for 6 years that wolf dog (who everyone told me to get rid of) watched, protected, played, and slept near my daughter. Growing up she tugged on ears, stumbled over him, dropped toys on him, pulled his tail you name it and that dog did nothing. mind you- i always watched their every move. small dog to huge dog and a baby, it doesnt really matter. it all depends how you introduce them to each other. how well you, train your new puppy, devote time into that training and resolve any issues between them both. remember as your child grows teaching that child to respect, love and care for that puppy too! your dog needs to know that you are there for its needs also. to recommend a small dog, read the paper, go to a shelter. a small mixed breed, that does not require a lot of grooming ( so you and your new family have time together) sturdy and built well too. Hold the baby as you feed & water your puppy will prevent food envy. walk the baby and the dog & everyone will get the benefits.if you have already had the baby and are searching for a puppy, take a blanket and or your child so the puppy knows the family he might become part of. your new puppy just may choose you! best wishes to you and your new additions!
2006-07-23 11:59:55 · answer #7 · answered by elizabeth 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ENGLISH Cocker Spaniels (not American!) and Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are a great, friendly, quiet apartment dogs if you want something smaller.
2006-07-23 21:26:33 · answer #8 · answered by Danger, Will Robinson! 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The wizard of oz dog..Cairn Terrior
2006-07-23 11:16:35 · answer #9 · answered by aussie 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have a yorkie. They are expensive (mine was $650, and thats cheap for one) but they are SO sweet and not hyper.
2006-07-23 11:28:08 · answer #10 · answered by Island_Girl 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋