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Best Family Dogs
Breeds that score highest for patience with children, gentleness, and trainability.
These breeds consistently rank as exceptional family companions thanks to their patience, sociability, and stable temperaments. As always, early socialization and supervised interactions with young children are essential.
9 breeds
Labrador Retriever
LargeHigh energySporting
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Golden Retriever
LargeHigh energySporting
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Poodle
MediumModerate energyNon-Sporting
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French Bulldog
SmallLow energyNon-Sporting
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Beagle
SmallHigh energyHound
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Shih Tzu
SmallLow energyToy
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Boxer
LargeHigh energyWorking
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Boston Terrier
SmallModerate energyNon-Sporting
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
SmallModerate energyToy
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