what is the best well known breed for familys with young children that do not need alot of looking after ?

Answer 1

Dogs are like kids. They are a lot of work. If you don't havre time to care for them, don't get a dog. Maybe a cat would be better.

Answer 2

I think jack russell terriers are a great family pet although many ppl may say tht they are no good with children. I have been brought up with jackrussells from birth and would not have another breed of dog.My 1 yr old niece pulls my dogs ears and nips her and the dog just lies there. Although i trust my JRT 100% with children i would never leave them alone in the same room as all dogs are unpredictable. Another good thing abouts JRTs is they have alot of energy so are good for children as they can run around alot. JRTs are also quite happy to live outside aslong as they have good shelter. I recommend the JRT to anybody but they can be a little naughty and cheeky at times and they are so intelligent that u have 2 make sure u train them as soon as possible otherwise he will be training u.

Answer 3

I found this site earlier today:
http://www.selectsmart.com/DOG/

I had a go for you & it suggests:

Border Terrier
Approximate size range: 13 to 25 lbs. Group: Terrier. Coat: bristly or harsh, silky, short, Sheds minimally. Minimal grooming required. Suited for urban life. Good with kids. Generally a non-biting breed.


Labrador Retriever
Approximate size range: 60 to 89 lbs. Group: Sporting. Coat: straight, short. Minimal grooming required. A good watchdog. Good with kids. Generally a non-biting breed.

I had to guess what your answers might be to some of the questions so why not have a go yourself & see what sort of breed it suggests for you?

However, as with all breeds, if you do decide to get a puppy, see if you can get one that has been reared in a home, preferably with children around, see if you can find out about the temperment of the mum & dad (especially important in labradors as you can get some very stubborn, awkfward ones along with the willing, trainable, loveable ones), when you bring the pup home make sure that you supervise it closely for the first few weeks & that your children don't over excite it or wear it out & finally, I'd suggest investing a little time in trying to train the puppy - maybe even enrolling at local puppy training classes & involve the children - might be fun, might meet new friends.

By the way, I'm assuming when you say that you want one that doesn't require a lot of looking after, you mean one that you don't have to spend hours grooming & hours walking & hours hoovering up after - a breed that is considered quite easy to train. I'm sure that you're aware of all the basic things that you have to do with any dog & that it was just the non-essential extra chores of having to remember to brush the dog every day & go out for a two or three hour walk that you were trying to avoid.

Good luck.

Oh - just finally, I've had Irish Setters - great family dogs, fun, not an ounce of vice in them & soft as butter with children - though they do like to have nice long walks, a good romp, they do shed fur at times & require grooming if their ears & feathers aren't going to matt - but I'd really recommend them.

And with the labradors - known three - two were wonderful, gorgeous angels ... the third, Phoebe was a little monster!

Answer 4

As you have young children I would recommend a smaller dog that can fend for itself in a noisy and busy household. As you want a breed that is low maintenance I would recommend a short haired dog that requires a moderate amount of exercise. Breeds that typically fit this specification are West Highland Terriers and Jack Russell Terriers.
Bear in mind that a puppy will require as much care as a baby and constant supervision until a few months old and so an adult dog may be preferable for your family. Choose carefully and never ever leave a dog alone with young children. Its a recipe for disaster because they tend to help each other destroy things and can hurt eachother, even if it is accidental.

Answer 5

A goldfish.

All dogs need a considerable amount of "looking after". They are a dependent animal that needs you for many things to provide for its health and well being. Daily walks (30min-1hr) being in the back yard does not count. Or some other form of daily exercise to burn energy and maintain the body. Food and water daily. baths on a regular basis, vet visits, flea and tick control, heartworm medication (depending on the state you live in) but more than any of these things or any of the hundreds I'm sure I left out, they need your contact and companionship. Dogs are pack animals and social creatures that need social interaction as much as they need food and water.

I don't mean to sound rude, but in my experiance, those looking for a dog that needs very little attention, or is "low mantainance" are often the same dog owners who end up chaining the dog in the backyard or getting rid of it. If I missunderstood your question or interpreted it poorly, I am sorry.

However, if you are getting a dog to please your kids make sure they are readiy to take care of all the duties that come with it I you have no interest in the dog but know you will be caring for it you are doing you the dog and your kids a horrible disservice.

know what you are getting into before you bring a hungry mouth into your home

In case I was way off base(it happens from time to time) Boxers are great with kids of all ages although they require a solid Owner/trainer to keep them focused as puppies and young adults.
If you have very small chilldren I would avoid very small dogs. other than a beagle or maybe a pug. If your kids are over 3 or 4 and you are dedicated to the dog, what ever breed you choose will become your favorite.

Good luck

Answer 6

I assume you are talking about a dog? If so, then none. All dogs need the same amount of looking after, the same amount of input re training and socilaisation, house training, lead training etc. They all need to be taken out for walks no matter what the weather is, several times a day no matter how inconvenient it is, and your children will get the same amount of bite marks from puppy teeth, step in just as many doggy doos in the house while it's a pup and in the garden when it's older. They will get bitten by fleas with any breed if you don't get vet flea treatments, and end up playing on a floor with worm larvae if you don't worm it every couple of months. Then your children require just as much training to ensure that they respect this living creature, and to understand that it isn't a toy which they can demand to play with even when it wants to eat or sleep or be alone. Failure to learn the latter can result in badly bitten children. Boasting that your dog allows your children to sit on it, pull his ears etc is not a badge of honour it is a badge of shame for allowing an animal to be tormented in this way.
I hope this helps.

Answer 7

This is all a matter of opinion. All dogs need looking after! They can be left alone while at work, but they do need attention and care. I think Beagles! (have you ever heard of one attacking??, if so I want to hear about it)They aren't very big, they are loving, loyal, will do anything to please you, they love everyone they meet and are not aggressive. They don't bark much. (unless you leave them outside, which you should never do for their safety). Great with kids!!! I grew up with them and now my babies are, I have a 2 year old and a 5 year old. They love to cuddle too! They don't shed too much. They need a good brushing once a week and bath every few months. They do need excercise though, so a fenced yard would be great, but don't leave them out because if they get bored they may dig. They seem to love rawhide, so that is what I give mine when I am not home and it keeps him entertained all day. Make sure to check http://www.akc.org to view the descriptions of each breed before deciding, some need a ton of excercise, some are very hyper (ex. Jack russell terriers are good dogs, but have TONS of energy) http://www.petfinder.com is a great place to find a dog to adopt. You could search "beagle rescue" they have rescues all over the country! Good Luck!

Answer 8

um, any type of pet ownership requires a certain amount of responsibility, and "looking after". There are a few breeds that are better with kids, including golden retrievers, Labs, and Shepard mutt mixes have never done us wrong... but, I suppose you really need to be looking for a dog with a coat that needs very little attention, and one that does not need a tremendous amount of physical activity (believe it or not, I would look into retired Grey hounds!!)

please just keep in mind that all dogs need room to run, or at the very least be walked several times daily. They also need vet check ups annually. Throw in training, feeding and watering, grooming (including nails) and play time.
***** As an animal control officer and humane society worker I have sadly seen way too many dogs being surrendered soley because the family simply didn't have the time to take care of the basics and became a "burden". Please carefully consider this decision, and when and if you do decide to get a dog, please be willing to make a commitment to the care it deserves. :)

Answer 9

Labs and Goldens are the best family dog, very tolerant of kids and well behaved. Like all dogs they will require attention and if you go with a puppy of ANY breed, they will require a lot of looking after as they rgow and learn. Labs need very little grooming aside from regular baths and only moderately shed. Goldens are wonderful dogs but tend to shed quite a bit and to keep that under control, grooming is a necessity.

Answer 10

Well all dogs need looking after.
If you mean not much brushing etc then a short haired dog.
All dogs need exercise so depending on how much you are willing to give would also come into the equation.
Small to medium would be a good size depending on the age of children.
Then would you have the time and Patience for a puppy they do take a lot of looking after.
Then there are dog rescues they would match a dog to your family and you would be rescuing a lovely dog that is desperate for a nice family to love it.

Answer 11

I have two young children, aged 4 and 2. We have a retired greyhound who is very relaxed, to the point of being really lazy. She is perfectly gentle, and very docile with them. I got her from a greyhound rescue charity, who made sure they found one that was suitable for my home environment - we also have two cats!
I have given the dog a crate to sleep in, which she uses at night, and it also gives her a 'safe' place that she knows she can go to where she will not be bothered by the children.

I would not get a puppy with 2 young children in the house, as puppies have the sharpest teeth and claws, plus all the house-training would get v frustrating for you with the children around - believe me!

good luck with your decision - your children will love having a dog in the house.