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Best Dog Breeds for Families

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Breed
Origin
Size
AKC Group
Temperament
Life Span
Hypoallergenic
Good with Kids
Energy Level
Known For
Labrador Retriever
CanadaLargeSportingFriendly, Active, Outgoing10-12 yearsNoExcellentHighAmerica's most popular breed for 30+ years
Golden Retriever
ScotlandLargeSportingIntelligent, Friendly, Devoted10-12 yearsNoExcellentHighTherapy and service dogs
Beagle
EnglandSmallHoundMerry, Friendly, Curious10-15 yearsNoExcellentHighScent tracking, Snoopy
Boxer
GermanyLargeWorkingFun-Loving, Bright, Active10-12 yearsNoExcellentHighPlayful, muscular, great with families
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
EnglandSmallToyAffectionate, Gentle, Graceful12-15 yearsNoExcellentMediumLap dog, royal history
Bernese Mountain Dog
SwitzerlandLargeWorkingGood-Natured, Calm, Strong7-10 yearsNoExcellentMediumTri-color coat, farm work
Boston Terrier
United StatesSmallNon-SportingFriendly, Bright, Amusing11-13 yearsNoExcellentMediumTuxedo markings, American Gentleman
Havanese
CubaSmallToyIntelligent, Outgoing, Funny14-16 yearsYesExcellentMediumCuba's national dog
English Springer Spaniel
EnglandMediumSportingFriendly, Playful, Obedient12-14 yearsNoExcellentHighFlushing game birds
Vizsla
HungaryMediumSportingAffectionate, Gentle, Energetic12-14 yearsNoExcellentVery HighVelcro dog, Hungarian pointer
Saint Bernard
SwitzerlandGiantWorkingPlayful, Charming, Inquisitive8-10 yearsNoExcellentMediumAlpine rescue, Beethoven movies
Bichon Frise
FranceSmallNon-SportingPlayful, Curious, Peppy14-15 yearsYesExcellentMediumPowder-puff coat, cheerful
Newfoundland
CanadaGiantWorkingSweet, Patient, Devoted9-10 yearsNoExcellentMediumWater rescue, nanny dog
Collie
ScotlandLargeHerdingDevoted, Graceful, Proud12-14 yearsNoExcellentMediumLassie
Irish Setter
IrelandLargeSportingOutgoing, Sweet-Natured, Active12-15 yearsNoExcellentHighRed coat, show dog elegance
Portuguese Water Dog
PortugalMediumWorkingAffectionate, Adventurous, Athletic11-13 yearsYesExcellentHighObama's dog Bo, fishing companion
Samoyed
RussiaMediumWorkingAdaptable, Friendly, Gentle12-14 yearsYesExcellentHighSammy smile, white fluffy coat
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
EnglandMediumTerrierLoyal, Smart, Brave12-14 yearsNoExcellentHighNanny dog in England
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
IrelandMediumTerrierHappy, Friendly, Deeply Devoted12-14 yearsYesExcellentHighSilky wheat-colored coat
Leonberger
GermanyGiantWorkingFriendly, Gentle, Playful7 yearsNoExcellentMediumLion-like appearance, water rescue
Keeshond
NetherlandsMediumNon-SportingFriendly, Lively, Outgoing12-15 yearsNoExcellentMediumSpectacles markings, Dutch barge dog

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