--- title: "Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds – Small Pups for Your Family!" id: "223429" type: "post" slug: "kid-friendly-dog-breeds" published_at: "2017-11-24T04:50:01+00:00" modified_at: "2022-08-23T22:22:11+00:00" url: "https://petlandmallofgeorgia.com/kid-friendly-dog-breeds/" markdown_url: "https://petlandmallofgeorgia.com/kid-friendly-dog-breeds.md" excerpt: "Good Afternoon, fellow animal lovers! Today, we want to talk dive a little bit deeper in talking about which small breeds of dogs fit well with families that have small children. 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November 23, 2017 · 3 min read · [Carley Kuehner](https://petlandmallofgeorgia.com/author/cosmick/) [Stay connected via Google News Follow Us For The Latest Pet Updates and Guides.](https://www.google.com/preferences/source?q=petlandmallofgeorgia.com) Good Afternoon, fellow animal lovers! Today, we want to talk dive a little bit deeper in talking about which small breeds of dogs fit well with families that have small children. With so many breeds out there to choose from, it can be a hard decision to make. But don’t worry, Petland is experienced with matching the right puppy with the right family! The only hard decision you’ll be making now is which of these pint-sized kid friendly dog breeds you’ll want to take home. **[Petland Mall of Georgia](http://petlandmallofgeorgia.com/)** always has puppies, check out our **[available puppies](http://petlandmallofgeorgia.com/puppies-for-sale/)** page to see what we have in the store! ### **Pug** Whether it’s lounging inside or being active outside, the Pug is a perfect match for families with young children. Even though they are considered a small breed, they are very hearty and can take some rough love! Because of their flat faces, they don’t do well in extreme temperatures, but as good apartment dogs, they won’t go crazy if inside for long periods of time. ![kid friendly dog breeds](http://petlandmallofgeorgia.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/kid-friendly-dog-breeds-300x225.jpg) ### **Cavalier King Charles Spaniel** Sweet and loving to a fault, the Cavalier is the quintessential family dog. Even if they are being tugged on or trod on, this breed will always stand by its people! The Cavalier tends to not be a super active dog, so keep that in mind if your children are always on the go. Think more dress up and tea party time! Want to know more? We recently did a blog about the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Enjoying this read? You'll love our puppies. Adorable, vet-checked pups looking for their forever homes — available now. [Meet our puppies](https://petlandmallofgeorgia.com/puppies-for-sale/) ### **Miniature Poodle** The Poodle is an excellent choice for children or family members with allergies. As a hypoallergenic breed, the Poodle has hair as opposed to fur, severely cutting down on its dander and making it nearly non-shedding in comparison to other animals. However, because the hair is constantly growing, you will have to have the dog grooming periodically. ### **Beagle** Not many people haven’t heard of this breed! The Beagle has been a popular choice for families for many years because of its ability to be a loyal companion. Technically a small to medium-sized pooch, the Beagle is the largest on our list today. They are an especially great breed for several small children or kids that are very active, as the Beagle loves to run and play! ### **Boston Terrier** This playful breed is one of our favorites to match with families! The Boston is loving, easy-to-train and does well with small children and other pets. As another hearty breed, the Boston can take some accidental licks and keep on ticking! They also tend to be quieter than some other small breeds. Same goes for the flat faced Boston as the Pug, limit outdoor time when the weather is too hot or cold, as it can make it harder for the Boston to breathe. As always, we encourage you to stick to a training protocol and supervise your new pup around the family. 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