My beloved child has been asking a dog for a long time and for all your persuasion he repeats only one thing: “I want a friend”? Well, a similar situation is familiar to many parents. And now, after weighing all the pros and cons, you have already made a decision and even mentally prepare for this event. It remains only to find out which dog to get. This question is the most important. Not only the scale of changes in your daily routine for the coming years, but also the health of the child depends on how correct your choice will be .
Of course, the choice of breed should correspond to your preferences and desires of your child. But it’s important to find a reasonable compromise, since not every dog can cope with an adult, let alone children. In addition, you need to consider the dimensions of the new family member and your apartment.
In addition, when deciding which dog to get, you should understand that the animal is not a child, you should not treat it the same way, otherwise the pet will just sit on your head. A four-legged friend will have to be trained, and this takes a lot of time. There are breeds that are easier to train than others, at least, and the child will be able to take an active part in the educational process. In addition, you need to spend a lot of time with the dog on the street. If you want the children to walk her, you need to choose a pet that is suitable in weight and size so that they can cope on their own.
And another important point to consider when deciding which dog to get is grooming. When choosing a representative of a long-haired breed, you need to understand that it will require a special approach. It is necessary to look after wool - wash, cut, comb out. From time to time, molting occurs in animals, which causes a lot of trouble to the owners, especially long-haired dogs. In addition, sometimes the dog’s hair can cause allergies in one of the family members, and the animal will have to part. Think about what a tragedy this could be for children.
Well, if all the nuances are taken into account, let's determine which dog is better to get. It’s worth mentioning right away that breeds like the Bull Terrier and the Staffordshire Terrier are better not to consider at all, these are aggressive dogs. You should not choose a Rottweiler, representatives of this breed are independent, have a strong and peculiar character, for their education will require not only patience, but also skill. In general, a large dog for a child who is not yet 13 years old is not advised to start. The same applies to American bulldogs and other fighting breeds.
A wonderful dog for a child, especially if he is still small - a golden retriever. He will become a best friend, and also a “nanny" for his little master. The Labrador Retriever is also a good fit. This is a fun and companionable dog, in addition, his coat is shorter than that of a golden retriever, and much less allergenic. An obedient, cheerful and energetic Dalmatian will be happy to play with a child, this is a wonderful companion dog.
Despite their formidable appearance, boxers are quite suitable dogs for children. They are friendly and sociable, obedient, smart, in addition, they love children. It is worth paying attention to poodles. As you know, they are dwarf, small and large. Height at the withers, respectively - up to 35 cm, up to 45 cm and up to 58 cm. These dogs are cheerful and playful, breeders deliberately displayed these qualities. Often you can see these dogs in the circus. And no wonder - they lend themselves well to training. One "but" - the pet needs to be combed daily, and periodically and cut.
A good choice would be the English Cocker Spaniel. The advantages of this breed include love for children, even those that these dogs first see. Such a dog will undoubtedly become a friend of your child, but his coat will also have to be carefully looked after. Pugs, medium-sized beautiful dogs, are very friendly towards strangers, they are easy to walk. True, these animals are not as good at training as poodles.
The Scotch terrier has a decisive disposition, it can even be called stubborn, but it treats household members well. Such a dog can fulfill the role of a watchman. And finally, the miniature Pekingese, the "imperial" breed. An adult dog will weigh no more than 5.5 kg. This is one of the best domestic breeds. Pekingese are unpretentious in content, like to attract attention, but are unobtrusive.
Communication with a dog is the best way to instill responsibility in a child, instill in him a love for animals. But no matter what dog you choose, know that these animals are very attached to their owners. If after some time you get tired of the pet, and you want to get rid of it, for example, give it in good hands, for the dog this will be a real tragedy from which it is unlikely to ever recover. Do not forget that we are responsible for those who have tamed.