Wich breed of dog is good around kids, doesnt mault much, nor need long long walks?

Question

I grew up around boxers and speent most of my childhood in wlping boxes. (I did not die) We were distroyed when bo bo died (my rescue Boxer dog). Boxers tick most of my boxes because they run round and round in circles till teir tired, and dont mault much. But Bobo was adult when we took him and we knew he was unusual in that he was an extreemly calm boxer and aulthough most boxers love kids, thay find it hard to contain excitement and accidentally hurt little ones. I have a big garden and after three years of mourning for bobo (during wich my youngest was born and grown up enough to know to be nice to others) I feel ready to comit my love to another dog. I would like a younger one because the whole family hurt when Bobo was taken from us after only a few years!

I grew up around boxers and speent most of my childhood in wlping boxes. (I did not die) We were distroyed when bo bo died (my rescue Boxer dog). Boxers tick most of my boxes because they run round and round in circles till teir tired, and dont mault much. But Bobo was adult when we took him and we knew he was unusual in that he was an extreemly calm boxer and aulthough we still never left hi alown with my eldist becuase however nice you think they are boys will be boys and dogs are still animals! Most boxers love kids, thay find it hard to contain excitement and accidentally hurt little ones. I have a big garden and after three years of mourning for bobo (during wich my youngest was born and grown up enough to know to be nice to others) I feel ready to comit my love to another dog. I would like a younger one because the whole family hurt when Bobo was taken from us after only a few years!

Sorry I sould have spell checked this lot... I'm dyslexic.

Answer 1

the Question should be are your kids old enough to respect the dog if not don't get a dog

Answer 2

A stuffed toy one. All dogs need exercise. Small REAL dogs need less long walks, and ones that don't shed much & are good with kids would be Bichon Frise, Poodle, & Havanese for a start. Go to www.akc.org & read up.

p.s. to all the people saying Labradors - they are one of the HEAVIEST shedding breeds around, did you read the question? And nothing can be guaranteed about a MIX like a 'Labradoodle' - may lean more toward the Poodle part or shed buckets like a Lab. Does anyone on here understand how genetics work? Sheesh!

Answer 3

Check out a local animal shelter, you & especially your kids can probably socialize with different breeds & sizes. The volunteers there can help you decide which would be a good fit for the dog & your family. That way you can also go back for more playtime with one your interested in, find out a little more about it before you pick. People take animals to shelters 4 all kinds of reasons. Not just "problems"
I would however stay away from pugs (too small 4 small kids & $$$) Poodles too, they aren't built for kids physically or in temperament.

Best of luck!

Answer 4

Boxers are great dogs but as you said they find it very hard to contain there excitement and as for not having long long walks then forget it because they need loads of exercise.Boxers normally remain very boistrous into old age.The breed that would suit your needs more is a Cavilier King Charles Spaniel it ticks all the boxes you require,they are excellent with children,older people,animals,dont need long walks and dont moult excessivelly.They are small dogs but not to tiny just the right size.Good luck

Answer 5

Sounds like you need a smaller breed of shorthaired mutt/mongrel/crossbreed...they are usually healthier and usually less nervous than purebred dogs. Go to a rescue shelter and talk to the people there about what you're looking for in a dog, they'll be able to help you in your search for a new friend who suits you and your family. And you'll save a life.
Do wait till your kids are over age 6 though, they need to be able to understand the difference between "living creature" and "stuffed toy I can walk on, lay on, and squeeze".

Answer 6

Boxers are the best with kids of all ages. they don't shed much but do need normal grooming. All dogs need to be walked even if it is a short walk,they need there exercise too just like us.If you are unable to walk your dog you might want to set up a run line so it can get out and play

Answer 7

Staffys are brilliant with kids and really loving have short coats and dont leave to much hair around but if your not keen on that try a border terrier! Always make sure your kids know how to behave with dogs and know the warning signs to leave them alone ie growling.

Answer 8

Probably a poodle, it has wool not hair so it does not mault, it is a house dog so it does not need much excercise, it is small enough for the kids, but in my opinion it is not really a dog. I like big dogs.

Answer 9

A fluffy or robotic one if you just want one for the sake of having one.

All dogs regardless of breed take a lot of hard work, need lots of love and attention. They also need to be trained correctly.

If you can commit to all of the above, then the fact that they don't moult much or need long, long walks will be irrelevant. Trained well majority will be good with children.

Well cared for dogs take a lots of time, energy and effort and it you can do this then you will have a loyal friend for life.

Answer 10

it's recommended not to have a dog until your kids are over 6 years. the only dogs that don't need lots of long walks are the littlest breeds, but they tend to be more high-strung, and not good for kids. your best bet would be to get a medium sized, mixed breed (mixed breeds are usually calmer) with short hair. and if you have a fenced yard, it won't need as many walks because it can do it's "business" in the yard.

Answer 11

Da best dog for kids is the golden retriever (and oh yeah Marie Labrador Retrievers are fabulous as well) I currently own a golden retriever, its way cute and so friendly towards family and friends. It is a great dog, easy to train, really intelligent and most importantly, good around kids! Good luck ! =)