Some of the breeds were bred for hunting, some - for protection, and some are so kind and family that they become full members of the family.
Labrador Retriever
It is one of the kindest breeds in the world today. This breed is attentive, sensitive, suitable for both child and adult family members.
Labradors are gifted and highly intelligent. They are easy to learn, amenable to training. Often, Labradors play the role of nurse: play with children and protect them.
Golden Retriever
One of the most popular breeds in the world. Retriever is designed for people with an active lifestyle. One of his specialties is a therapist.
Doctors advise buying the breed for children with health problems, developmental problems. They are obliging, good-natured, sedate, friendly family animals.
Retrievers do not show aggression and are trusting. They are equally friendly with people they know and with strangers.
Their trusting, gentle nature does not preclude them from becoming guard dogs. They never bite or spoil furniture.
Bichon Frise
The dog of this breed is a fluffy cloud with tiny, inquisitive, charcoal eyes.
They are loyal companion dogs that adapt well to people. Have an approach to children. Can get along with other pets. They are trained to perform in competitions.
It is interesting that bichons require attention, otherwise offended, and stop communicating.
Maltese dog
Maltese are playful, even in old age their energy remains unchanged. They can sometimes be unhappy with small children, so must be supervised while playing. They love people, love to be around them, and the breed tolerates city living conditions well.
This dog has no undercoat, so it does not cause allergies, but puppies need to be raised to 5–6 months of age to be sure.
Collie
This is a large, slender, strong dog. But despite its considerable size, the Collie is a friendly, hardy breed that lends itself well to training.
Collie is devoid of aggression, which is why it ended up in the ranking of the kindest animals. Its high intelligence and human-centeredness makes it the best family dog.
It is important to remember not to treat such a dog aggressively. When he has done something wrong, it is enough to threaten him with a newspaper. If you yell, the collie will become withdrawn, and then it will be difficult to mend the relationship.
Basset Hound
Basset hounds are stocky dogs with long ears. These intelligent dogs have a unique sense of smell and can be excitable and agile. Bassets are sociable with children and also friendly with strangers.
The breed is hard to call a babysitter, Basset is a member of the family like others, demands equal rights: attention, affection, and companionship.
Does not like to be left alone for a long time. He tends to the open space, but feels well in an apartment.
Dachshund
Although this dog is bred as a hunting dog, it also belongs to the category of the kindest. It is noted for its special artistry and intelligence.
Representatives of this category of dogs are delicate, sociable, loyal and used to live close to people. Excellent companions for games with the child. Show patience, become a loyal friend, protector.
Poodles
Poodles love everyone, believe that those around them treat them the same. Therefore, they can not be guard dogs.
Poodles are not jealous, confident in their exclusivity. The dog gets along with children and the elderly. Recognizes in the owner of the leader, if he feels his toughness and determination.
Pug
Pugs are agile and like to participate in family activities. Friendly, affectionate, strongly attached to owners. Easily acquire guarding qualities.
These dogs are suitable for calm, elderly people. They are non-aggressive, and depending on the mood of the owner can be quiet, obedient, playful.
Pugs spend a lot of time sleeping and like soft places in the apartment. These dogs are gluttons, they like treats, and they are fastidious eaters.
Saint Bernards
This giant, despite its size, is considered very good for children. Huge dogs are completely unperturbed, very gentle with babies, calmly tolerate when a baby pulls them by the ears and don't mind if they try to be saddled. They are rescue dogs, their heartfelt attitude to people is "in their blood".
And remember, a dog should be treated as a family member. Only then it is able to give the owner love, care, loyalty.
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