what dog would you recommend that is good with children and is a small through medium size?

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that is also suitable for a regular sized yard and back yard
also im considering an inside dog but has to be small
not looking for dogs with long hair, but collies are cool
also not looking for hounds

that is also friendly to strangers and is very smart
also one that is active (i like to go running)

considering these dogs but might be a little to big:
labrador retriever
golder retriever
collie (dont know what kind)
german shepard

if you have others or like the ones ive listed please post here
thank you very much =)

also im thinking about considering a beagle but im unsure because of the barking
also im thinking about welsh corgi seems like perfect size

people say golden retrievers are great dogs but im still not sure of the size

Answer 1

The dogs you mentioned are a little big for your circumstances. Try a Cocker Spaniel. I think they are great dogs and make great, loyal pets.

Answer 2

Welsh Corgi - great with kids, family dog, easy to train, bright, do not bark or dig, can be outside/inside. They do have energy but not like some of the other smaller breeds who are bouncing off the walls. Another breed, which I am not sure how you feel about them is an American Staffordshire (pit bull) yeah, I know they get the worst things said about them, but we had one and he was an awesome dog - and yes even with my kids. Honestly, it's all how you raise them. They are extremely loyal. If you want more of an athletic dog, go with the amstaf. Just my two cents...both are great, intelligent, low maintenance breeds. As far as your other breeds - this is what I know (and it's just based on the dogs I have been around): Labs bark a lot and they have a lot of energy, they were made to hunt, so they are very curious and looking to catch or find something (like digging in your yard). Golden Retrievers are great dogs, but a lot of hair to maintain. Border Collies are very intelligent, but they were made to herd, and work so they need room to run. German Shepard's their hips cause them a lot of problems later in their life.

Answer 3

the best dog i ever had was an English Springer Spaniel. they are beautiful, medium sized dogs, around 40 lbs, and very smart. they do require serious exercise, being hunting dogs they are tireless runners, so would make a great running partner. they are super family dogs but you want to be sure to get a decently bred one from quiet parents or they can be hyper. we raised our two children with a springer and he was a superior babysitter. their coats arent hard to take care of, and they dont shed much. just keep a trimmer to run over their topside every month or so and they will stay looking beautiful. soft fur and loving dispositions. great dogs. :)

golden retreivers are another hunting breed, but have suffered bad breeding practices in the past due to overpopularity of the breed and its not easy to find a good golden for a reasonable price anymore. the backyard breeders usually have inferior quality animals which will cause problems. dalmations and collies have suffered the same overbreeding in the past from overpopularity and have the same issues. you can still find good goldens, dalmations and collies, but you're going to pay for them.

Answer 4

Your standards are met with the aid of the Golden. we've a Golden and we even have 3 infants. She's very stable with the youngsters and specially the toddler. She's sensible, candy, wanting to thrill and extremely obedient. properly many of the time, she's 2 yet she's a brilliant domestic dog. the only standards she does not meet for you is the dimensions. Golden women usual arount fifty 5-sixty 5 lbs. Oh and he or she will run lots extra advantageous a "smaller" canine. A beagle would have a no longer common time protecting up with you over a protracted distance. And there are Goldens that don't have excessively long hair. you will desire to ascertain on breeders around your section to ascertain... stable luck.. : )

Answer 5

Beagles are awesome family dogs that are medium sized. They are friendly, good with kids and learn quickly too.You must have a fenced yard for a Beagle though. If they hit a interesting scent they will follow it, it's almost as if they've gone deaf to your commands. Don't worry, never had one that barked that much.

Answer 6

The Shiba Inu is a good Japanese breed. They are loyal and protective of the family. They're kind of like pint sized versions of the Akita. Shibas are very clean.... almost cat-like. They lick their paws and legs. Socialization form an early age is a definate must. They can be agressive (if you suck as an owner and don;t know how to socialize a dog) but that also depends on the pet itself.

Answer 7

I have a a Maltipoo which is just the perfect size. She is a regular 8lb Maltese size, with a poodle head and legs. A Maltipoo is a maltese toy poodle mix. It is hypoallgenic and the maltese+poodle hair leaves it just long enough, but not too long that it drags on the floor. Considering this beautiful dog. :). My amber LOVES KIDS. SHE ADORES THEM SO MUCH. Poodles are really great w/ humans. Make sure the sire is a human.

Answer 8

Try looking at Boston Terriers. They're incredibly intelligent and very loyal to their people. They have pointy ears, so no problems with ear infections, and short fur, so they're fairly low maintenance. They run approx. 10-25 lbs, with the average being 15 or so. They love being with their people, and oftentimes will insist on sleeping in bed with you. They are very friendly with pretty much anyone, although some can be very defensive of their yards and houses. Because of their coat, and the fact that they have short noses, they don't stand extremes in temperature well, and should be inside dogs. I highly reccomend them, and they seem to fufill most of your criteria.

Answer 9

Beagles have a very loud bark.
Corgis and Beagles have short legs and aren't really good for running.
Boston terriers are very friendly but flat faced dogs do not run well because they can't breathe well.
How about an airedale?

Answer 10

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel would fit the bill, large dog in a small body, non agressive, good with kids, like exercise but don't need too much (like a border collie does), they are also cute and cuddly and intelligent.