what dog is good with children and is a small through medium size?

Question

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

Answer 1

Poodles, Maltieses, or a mix are good they never shed. They are very smart and love being around people. I have two maltise poodles and had a poodle all of them very lovable and extremely smart. Also they come in different sizes like tea cup, miniature, and etc.

Answer 2

There are dozens of breeds that would be good with small children. It mainly depends on the amount of time you put into the dog, how much training you do, how your kids treat the dog, etc. Find several breeds you like and research them, talk to people who have them. When you find a breeder, take your kids with you to see the dogs - that'll give you a good idea.

By the way, beagles don't bark any more than any other dog if trained at all. Any dog you get will still have to be walked every day regardless of the size of yard you have. If you want a dog to go running with you, you should stay away from the small breeds - they can't keep up.

Answer 3

I currently have a puddle and its the best dog you can get. they are smart which makes them easy to train. The are also great inside and outside dogs. they dont shed and can have short hair in the summer and then they can grow there hair out during winter. and for the whole biting thing its completly untrue. my dog has never bit anybody. another good trait that they have is that they are great lap dogs but they love to run in the grass. plus they also come in a large range on sizes
---hope this helped

Answer 4

English Cocker Spaniel all the way. Not as much hair as the "American" Cocker Spaniel. VERY loving dogs...friendly to everyone...and full of personality....without the size issues of the otherwise terrific labs and goldens. You will find them very smart and eager to please. (Warning - Once you have one, you will never want anything else!)

Answer 5

Pugs are really good dogs. I have 2 of them. They are very affectionate and love to play. They are lovable critters.

Answer 6

CHOOSING A DOG
http://www.wonderpuppy.net/choose.htm

The Impact of your Choice
http://www.wonderpuppy.net/breeding.htm

How to choose a breeder and puppy
http://www.woodhavenlabs.com/breeding.html

Answer 7

A king charles spaniel