Top 10 friendly Dog Breeds

The best way to pick a dog is by considering its temperament and activity level. Yet most of us yearn to cuddle up with our dogs and all we need are some friendly dogs for that. Here is a list of top 10 friendly dogs:

Labrador Retriever

No questions asked! Labradors are one of the best and most popular pet breeds. There is hardly a better choice for a family. These dogs love to please their humans and are protective, reliable, loving, playful and affectionate. They are basically canine Einsteins!

Golden Retriever

Goldens are almost the same as Labradors except with a much shorter life span. Their main assets include extreme patience and high energy which are both required around children.

Bulldog

Though not very energetic, bulldogs are sturdy and can take just about anything kids throw at them. As a result, this dog puts up with a lot and is not picky about living in an apartment or a kennel.

Beagle

Charlie Brown's best friend is an ideal dog for families with kids, provided you do not mind a little bit of high maintenance such as bathing and brushing. Beagles are energetic and sturdy and most importantly-child proof. They also make good nannies with their endearingly human traits.

Bull Terrier

The preferred baby sitter of yesteryear, the bull terrier is an intelligent and friendly breed. These dogs can take a lot of roughhousing all the while remaining calm. They are not only cute and adorable but can also help kids relate to dogs. They are best suited for large families, because the more the merrier.

Collie

Collies have a tendency to herd kids which might be very useful in their early years. While their coat requires a bit of maintenance, they make excellent pets. Besides, they love to keep their humans happy and would do anything for the same.

Newfoundland

Due to their love for the kids, Newfoundland has often been called "Nature's Nannies". It is hard not to fall in love with these large and sweet dogs and they will return the favor with great pleasure. These gigantic furballs will wind up where the family is and love to keep a watch on their pack. They may drool and shed a lot and are best suited for families with open spaces.

Vizsla

Though, it is a middle-European hunting dog, it is loyal, gentle, quiet and affectionate. These dogs are very eager to learn and show off and are suited for families with active kids.

Irish Setter

Better suited for families with large yards, Irish Setters are wonderful with children due to their playful and energetic nature. They have a short life span, so choose only if you want to teach an evitable life lesson to your kids.

Poodle

Standard poodles are good family pets while the miniature ones tend to be high strung. The standard size is playful, gentle and good-natured.

Mutts

This is a bonus choice- consider rescuing a mixed breed from a local shelter. You will get qualities of two breeds in one and will have more options to choose from.