What breed of dog do you think would be the best around a new baby?

Answer 1

The key here is not the breed, but the individual animal. Go to a shelter and meet each dog. Chances are that many animals will be friendly and trustworthy, and often the shelter will have recorded their family histories. (including # of children they lived with and their ages) Adopting an older dog at a shelter is really the best bet, because you know what you're getting as soon as you meet them.

Answer 2

first you need to think of do you have enough time to make a dog good around a new baby? i have a one year old daughter and there's no way i could have thought to bring a new pet into the family, puppy, dog, cat, etc...a new baby is exploring so much and moving and growing so fast it's very hard to give a dog that was already in your family proper attention, let alone start over with training for a new household. if you have researched what bringing a new dog into your house will take of you. and you are willing and able to two people to be up, one with the dog and the other with the dog. then i would say any dog breed would be fine. you need to research. decide if you like little, medium or big dogs. find out about those different types of breeds and then find a nice mix of a few of your top breeds at your local shelter. good luck to you and i hope you make the right decision for your family.

Answer 3

An older, trained dog if your thinking of getting any dog at all. Many rescues have their dogs that are up for adoption in foster homes and their temperament is known. They are able to tell you if they are good with other dogs, cats, small children, no children, no other pets, etc. Many times, these dogs are already altered, UTD on vaccines, house trained and simple obedience trained (sit, lay down, stay).

I would never suggest a puppy with a new born, it's just way too much work for the average person.

Mixed breeds are great. Small breeds tend to be nippy and when your baby starts growing and crawling and pulling hair, that will be something to think of. Even the dog you thought would never bite, will when provoke and children (unfortunately) have a tendency to do that (usually when the parent is not in the home).

http://www.familydogonline.com/Articles%20of%20Interest/choosing_best_family_dog.htm

http://www.safekidssafedogs.com/html/best_dogs_.html

Good luck!

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Answer 4

- Baby first, then dog, is the easier of the two scenarios.

- Many breeds are good with kids. Big dogs are generally less likely to bite than little ones. Many small breeds are also "one person dogs," meaning they will bond to one or two family members and jealously guard them! Not good for kids! However, I haven't heard this about dachshunds, which several people have suggested. They are more outgoing than other breeds.

- I find herding dogs to generally be very good with kids. They are smart, have a lot of energy and a high pain tolerance (which becomes important when little Junior decides to see what happens when he pulls Fido's ears). Of course, I am biased towards Corgis, which have a big dog personality (and bark!) in a small package.

- Look for the book "The Right Dog for You" for more information - I used it when picking my dog. "Good with kids" is a criterion used to rate different breeds, along with other characteristics. There are quizzes and things to take - very helpful!

Answer 5

Daschund. We researched it and chose that breed. He has been great through two new babies. It would be best to get the dog first if you can and bring something home from the hospital that the baby has slept with (blanket or such) to give to him. That way he smells the baby beforehand.

When you come home, have someone else holding the baby as you enter and you and your partner greet the dog enthusiastically before "showing" the dog the baby.

If you already have a baby and are now going for the dog, forego this step of course!

NEVER leave an animal alone with a baby and be watchful as the baby grows that he or she does not harm the dog. My two year old still loves the weenie dog's ears...

Answer 6

I'd suggest adopting a dog over a year old because as the other user said, they're too much trouble to have around an infant if new. Large breed dogs are sometimes calmer but I'd suggest talking to the people there if you choose to adopt for a dog with the right personality.

Answer 7

A toy poodle. we have a toy poodle and he has been good around our kids. All you have to do is everytime the dog goes around the baby make the puppy move. That will teach the puppy not to get in the baby's face. I think any kind of dog that will stay small will be good to have around a baby.

Answer 8

A Lab or Golden Retriever....HOWEVER....I would never leave a dog alone for even a moment with a baby. They are territorial and jealous and may see the baby as a threat. Please be careful and don't be too comfortable with the baby and dog even if it seems like they get along good. And don't believe it when someone says my dog doesn't bite. ALL DOGS BITE when given the right set of circumstances. Good luck.
janet

Answer 9

No puppies!! Puppies are very hyper and love to play and could easily injure the baby. That said, adult Labs and Goldens are the best for families with kids! They are very gentle, sweet, and very very trustworthy and tolerant. I have 2 Labs and love them dearly and my Mom has a Golden. All 3 of my kids have grown up around them and not one snip, bite, growl, etc. and that includes the countless times they have ridden them. LOL

Answer 10

I have a border collie that loves children of any age. She lets them do whatever they want and al she does is lay there and take it. I have never seen another breed of dog be so gentle with children. They are also very loyal and protective.