Dog Breeds by Trait Good With Kids, Page 5(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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Brussels Griffon
A.K.A.: Belgium Griffon, Petit Brabançon, Griffon Bruxellois
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Weight (lbs): | 8-10 |
Height (in): | 7-8 |
Colors: | Red, beige (mixed reddish brown and black), black and tan, or black. |
Bulldog
A.K.A.: British Bulldog, English Bulldog
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Weight (lbs): | male: 50, female: 40 |
Height (in): | 12-15 |
Colors: | Brindle, solid white, red, or fawn, or any of these on a white background. |
Cairn Terrier
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Weight (lbs): | male: 14, female: 13 |
Height (in): | male: 10, female: 9.5 |
Colors: | Any color but white; dark ears, muzzle, tail tip desired. |
Canaan Dog
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Weight (lbs): | male: 45-55, female: 35-45 |
Height (in): | male: 20-24, female: 19-23 |
Colors: | May be either predominantly white with mask - with or without additional color patches, or solid color with or without white trim. |
Cardigan Welsh Corgi

A.K.A.: Cardigan, CWC, Cardi
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Weight (lbs): | male: 30-38, female: 25-34 |
Height (in): | 10.5-12.5 |
Colors: | All shades of red, sable, and brindle; also blue merle or black, both with or without tan or brindle points; white flashings common. |
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

A.K.A.: Cav, Cavalier, Cavie
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Weight (lbs): | 13-18 |
Height (in): | 11-13 |
Colors: | Ruby (solid red), blenheim (red and white), black and tan, tricolor ( white, black and tan ). |
Chesapeake Bay Retriever

A.K.A.: Chessie, CBR, Chesapeake
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Weight (lbs): | male: 65-80, female: 55-70 |
Height (in): | male: 23-26 female: 21-24 |
Colors: | Any color of brown, sedge, or dead grass. |
Chihuahua
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Weight (lbs): | 6 |
Height (in): | 6-9 |
Colors: | Any. |
Chinese Crested
A.K.A.: Crested, Puff
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Weight (lbs): | 5-12 |
Height (in): | 11-13 |
Colors: | Any. |
Chinese Shar-Pei
A.K.A.: Shar-Pei, Shar Pei
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Weight (lbs): | 45-60 |
Height (in): | 18-20 |
Colors: | Any solid color, including sable. |