Dog Breeds by Trait Good With Kids, Page 13(10 PER PAGE)
Dog Breeds That Are Good With Kids: Gentle, Patient, and Family-Approved
Dog breeds that are good with kids offer the perfect blend of affection, tolerance, and playful energy. These family-friendly companions—like the Labrador Retriever, Beagle, and Boxer—are known for their gentle nature, protective instincts, and ability to bond deeply with children of all ages. Whether it’s a calm cuddle buddy or an energetic playmate, kid-friendly breeds thrive in busy households and adapt well to noise, activity, and routine. Their loyalty, trainability, and social temperament make them ideal for first-time owners and growing families. With proper supervision and early socialization, these dogs become lifelong friends and trusted guardians.
Quick Search:
Pekingese
A.K.A.: Peking lion dog, Lion Dog, Chinese Spaniel, Pelchie Dog, Peking Palasthund
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Weight (lbs): | not to exceed 14 |
Height (in): | 6-9 |
Colors: | All colors and patterns are allowable. |
Pembroke Welsh Corgi

A.K.A.: Pembroke, PWC, Pem, Corgi
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Weight (lbs): | male:27, female:25 |
Height (in): | 10-12 |
Colors: | Red, sable, fawn, black and tan, all with or without white flashings. |
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Weight (lbs): | 25-35 |
Height (in): | 13-15 |
Colors: | White with any combination of lemon, orange, tricolor, or grizzle markings. Also with black or sable markings. |
Pharaoh Hound
A.K.A.: Kelb tal-Fenek
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Weight (lbs): | 45-55 |
Height (in): | male: 23-25, female: 21-24 |
Colors: | Tan or chestnut, with a white tail-tip desired. |
Plott Hound
A.K.A.: Plott, Plotthund
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Weight (lbs): | 51-60 |
Height (in): | 20-24 |
Colors: | brindle and blue |
Pointer
A.K.A.: English Pointer
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Weight (lbs): | male: 55-75, female: 45-65 |
Height (in): | male: 25-28, female: 23-26 |
Colors: | Liver, lemon, black, orange, either solid or mixed with white. |
Polish Lowland Sheepdog

A.K.A.: Polski Owczarek Nizinny, PON, Valee Sheepdog, Berge Polonais de Vallee, Polish Owczarek Nizinny
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Weight (lbs): | 30-40 |
Height (in): | male-18-20 female-17-19 |
Colors: | All coat colors are acceptable, The most common colors are white with either black, gray or sandy patches and gray with white or chocolate. |
Polish Tatra Sheepdog

A.K.A.: Polish Tatra
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Weight (lbs): | 100-150 |
Height (in): | 24-28 |
Colors: | White |
Pomeranian
A.K.A.: Deutscher Spitz; Zwergspitz; Spitz nain; Spitz enano; Pom; Zwers
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Weight (lbs): | 3-7 |
Height (in): | 8-11 |
Colors: | All colors and patterns allowed. |
Poodle (Miniature)
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Weight (lbs): | 12-18 |
Height (in): | over 10 up to 15 |
Colors: | Any solid color. |