2006-10-20 06:40:15 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
Here is a list of toy breeds from the AKC:
http://www.akc.org/breeds/toy_group.cfm
You should start there and see what it says about disposition of the various breeds.
It is also important to keep in mind that if you have children, you need a dog that will also fit your lifestyle. Talk to breeders or rescue groups about possibly adopting an older dog that has been around children instead of getting a small puppy (toy breed puppies can be as small as two pounds) which can be easily injured accidently by children.
2006-10-20 06:46:40 · answer #1 · answered by Marie 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your best bet would be a border terrier. Not only do they LOVE children (not to eat lol) but they have super personalities. The only thing with them is they need handstripped once every 12 months by a professional groomer, or clipped every 8-12 weeks. But cocker spaniels are a no-no, they dont shed their coats they just keep growing which means brushing.... and brushing... and brushing.... and a visit to the groomers every 2 months. Pugs short haired as are some chihuahuas, and you also have the option of a chinese crested (these only have hair on their heads unless you get a powderpuff variety which are hairy all over) or a mexican hairless... which have none lol. I would say if the short hair thing is paramount then a pug. They are lots of fun around children and very well behaved. You have to see a real one, looking at pictures doesn't do them any justice. I didn't like them before I saw a real live one and they are GORGEOUS. Good luck.
2006-10-20 06:50:00 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
How old are the children
That makes a difference.
Go here and read about the toy breeds. Whe you are on the page for the specific breed, in the left hand column at the bottom is a link called "Breed Club". Click on it and follow it through.
http://www.akc.org/breeds/toy_group.cfm
You will come to the website for the National Breed Club for that breed. It will have all kinds of information about the breed - temperment, how they are with children, potential health problems.
The clubs all have a breeder list or a breeder referral contact. Talk to the breeders - these people have been working with their breed for years and aren't your backyard breeder who doesn't have a clue about the temperments of the dogs in the bloodline or much else.
Also all the breed clubs have a breed rescue if you would lke to adopt an adult. They are very helpful and extremely careful to match the dog and a home. You can get to the rescue from the AKC page - link is right below "breed club" - or from the club's webpage.
2006-10-20 06:47:58 · answer #3 · answered by ann a 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
miniature daschaunds are cool & have very short hair. Teacup & mini poodles are basically too excitable to be around children. Bassett hounds are great & have short hair - they have pretty laid back personalities.
2006-10-20 06:49:34 · answer #4 · answered by pumpkin 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i would say a pug, they can be playful as well as lazy...they are the best dog to have if you have children or elderly people around
2006-10-20 07:49:09 · answer #5 · answered by gdns03 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
this isn't a toy dog, but corgis are great smaller dogs with families.
2006-10-20 06:47:15 · answer #6 · answered by k 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Bichon
2006-10-20 06:48:19 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 3⤋
Boston Terrier!!!!!
2006-10-20 06:47:56 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Yo Quiero Taco Bell (Chihuahua) I have one and she is nice. Contrary to talk, she hardly ever barks.
2006-10-20 06:43:25 · answer #9 · answered by Pinolera 6 · 0⤊ 2⤋
A black poodle, any size. Poodles are very smart and friendly, and they don't shed! They're great! White poodles have kind of an attitude, apricot poodles are so-so, and black poodles are the friendliest. It's true!
2006-10-20 06:48:12 · answer #10 · answered by Amigurl 3 · 1⤊ 3⤋