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I know not everyone will agree, but I don't think that puppies and very young children are always a good combination. Puppies have sharp little teeth and claws and tend to get very excited around children playing.

My neighbour with a toddler and a four year old has just bought the most adorable springer pup, but all I seem to hear in the garden now is the children screaming because the puppy has nipped or scratched or chewed a favourite toy :(

I've always had older, calmer rescue dogs with my children. Molly, my greyhound, came to me as a four year old when my children were 2 and 5 (that was 10 years ago now), and was always so gentle with them they totally adored her - and still do for that matter. :wub:

Obviously if you would consider a rescue dog you need to go to a rescue that assesses their dogs carefully, but quite a few use family foster homes so will have dogs who are already living with children. Again, this is a personal thing, but I'd look for a dog with the right temperament rather than having any particular breed in mind. :thumbsup:

Good luck, anyway, with whatever you decide :luck:
 
What about a retired Greyhound ? they may be larger , but believe it or not they do take up very little room and sleep most of the day . if you do thnk about having one the Retired Greyhound Trust are the people to get in touch with .

There are always plenty needing homes :( they are usually great with children and short coated too , apart from whippets they are the only other breed I would ever consider :cheers:

Good luck what ever you decide :cheers:
 

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