Annie-Mae Levy, a professional dog trainer for the puppy and dog training app, Woofz, says small breeds should be very comfortable with hands-on family members if you have kids. Kiddos like to touch and grab and pet and pull. A dog who can’t handle all that handling should not be near touchy-feely children. Levy also recommends small breeds that are lower in energy. This may seem strange, since kids’ batteries seem to recharge constantly, but she says high-energy dogs who need lots of outdoor exercise daily can get overlooked in busy families with kids.
Sometimes, it comes down to the individual dog and kid (or kids). Ages, personalities, preferences and needs should all be considered before adopting a particular dog. “More nervy breeds, such as Chihuahuas, can do well with older children,” Levy says, but adds that those pups still aren’t keen on excessive noise and handling.
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