Dog Breeds by Trait Good With Kids, Page 15(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.
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Schipperke
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Weight (lbs): | 12-16 |
Height (in): | male: 11-13, female: 10-12 |
Colors: | Solid black. |
Schnauzer (Giant)
A.K.A.: Giant Schnauzer, Munich Schnauze, Munchener, Russian Bear Schnauzer
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Weight (lbs): | 65-90 |
Height (in): | male: 25-27, female: 23-25 |
Colors: | Solid black or pepper and salt. |
Schnauzer (Miniature)

A.K.A.: Zwergschnauzer, Dwarf Schnauzer, Miniature Schnauzer, Mini Schnauzer
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Weight (lbs): | 13-15 |
Height (in): | 12-14 |
Colors: | Salt and pepper, black and silver, or black. |
Schnauzer (Standard)

A.K.A.: Mittelschnauze, Schnauzer, Wirehair Pinscher
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Weight (lbs): | male: 40-45, female: 35-40 |
Height (in): | male: 18-19, female: 17-18 |
Colors: | Pepper and salt or pure black. |
Scottish Collisky
A.K.A.: Collisky
Primary Breed | Collie |
Secondary Breed | Siberian Husky |
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Weight (lbs): | 55-70 |
Height (in): | 23-25 |
Colors: | Red and Blue Merle, Tricolored, White, Blue, Grey, Silver Sable |
Scottish Deerhound
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Weight (lbs): | male: 85-110, female: 75-95 |
Height (in): | male: 30-32, female: at least 28" |
Colors: | All shades of gray and gray brindle, with dark blue-gray preferred. |
Scottish Terrier
A.K.A.: Scottie, Aberdeenie
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Weight (lbs): | male: 19-22, female: 18-21 |
Height (in): | 10 |
Colors: | Black, wheaten, or brindle of any color. |
Sealyham Terrier
A.K.A.: Welsh Border Terrier, Cowley Terrier
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Weight (lbs): | male: 23-24, female: 18-22 |
Height (in): | 10.5 |
Colors: | All white, or with lemon, tan or badger markings on head and ears. |
Shetland Sheepdog
A.K.A.: Sheltie
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Weight (lbs): | 20 |
Height (in): | 13-16 |
Colors: | Black, blue merle, and sable, marked with varying amounts of white and/or tan. |
Shiba Inu
A.K.A.: Japanese Shiba Inu, Japanese Small Size Dog, Shiba Ken
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Weight (lbs): | male: about 23 female: about 17 |
Height (in): | male: 14-16, female: 13-15 |
Colors: | Red, red sesame (red with black overlay), or black and tan; white markings on the sides of muzzle, under jaw and neck, and on chest and stomach. |