Girlfriend is pregnant - which dogs are good around babies?

Question

We don't have any pets but once we are out of lockdown and have adjusted to our new COVID normal, my girlfriend and I would quite like to get a dog. However, we are going to be having our first baby in a few months so need a dog that would be good around kids - especially young children. What dog breed is good for young families?

Wamiz_UK · Answer

Hello DylanandSophie, 

First of all congratulations for the good news, first baby, that must be exciting. 🎉
Is it a boy or a girl? 

Now, coming back to your question, dogs are great with children. However, some dogs are better with kids (and young children) than others. Here is a list of a few dog breeds which are great around kids:


	Golden Retriever
	St. Bernard
	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
	Labrador
	Pug


Check out this article if you are looking for more dog breeds which make the perfect Nanny: https://wamiz.co.uk/dog/advice/1176/the-10-best-dogs-for-kids

Anawilliam850 · Answer

I think it depends on how you raise the dog while the baby didn't arrive yet, but always are some  breeds are better around kids