You have finally decided to buy or adopt a cute puppy? That’s great! Now the only thing to consider is to do research and find out which breed is more suitable in your situation.
It is essential not to make a mistake in your choice if you have kids in your family. There are breeds that get along with adults better than with children. Luckily, there are quite a few breeds that can easily make friends with all family members.
1. Beagle
This medium-sized hound dog has been kept by families for many years. They have proved to be trustworthy and reliable animals. They like children and can protect and guard you and your kids. Beagles can live in a home where there’re other pets. They will never hurt them, but they will love to play and chase after other animals. What you should know and be prepared for is shedding that is so typical of beagles. They require bathing and brushing. The beagle is a wonderful breed if you live in an apartment. Remember that they are highly active and will need brisk walks and games every day. Keep your beagle on a leash since this dog is very curious and adventurous. On average, beagles live between 12 and 15 years.
2. Collie
Do you remember Lassie? That’s probably the most famous collie ever! Why do people love this breed? There are many reasons, really. This breed is tender and gentle. It’s also a very predictable breed that seldom bites their owners and family member they live with. It’s easy to train a collie, that’s why collies are recommended for people who have never kept a dog before. The history of the breed is not less interesting. Collies were bred by people as a herding dog. This means that your collie will try to ‘herd’ your kids, too! It’s up for you to decide whether your kids need to be herded or not. Collies have long fur. You will need hours to groom the dog in order to keep it in shape. Since collies are quite big, some families might think that this breed cannot live in an apartment. However, if you walk your collie and give the animal plenty of exercise, your pet will feel great indoors. On average, collies live between 14 and 16 years.
