Affenpinscher
The Affenpinscher is a mischievous dog breed and they are known to monkey around. They are also inquisitive and stubborn by nature. They are amusing to watch and have around, but if you have small children in the house, then they can be a problem. How? Since they are small, children often think that they are toys, thus the tendency to mishandle them. Although the Affenpinscher can tolerate children’s rough playing, they sometimes defend themselves especially if they don’t feel comfortable. They can be trained. However, you need to show leadership as they can be disobedient the moment you show signs of weakness.
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Chow Chow
Chow Chows look like the perfect companions for children because they are toy-like and fluffy. But in reality, there are other better dog breeds that are better suited for you children. Chows may be cute and cuddly but they are large dogs and they have been known to injure small children unintentionally. They also require strong leadership—something that children have trouble understanding and displaying in front of the dog. Moreover, chows are very attached to their owner and they are overly jealous of other people who approach their fur parent.
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Afghan Hound
Afghan Hounds were bred for hunting and guarding homes. This makes them inherently strong-willed. They require strong leadership all the time. If not properly trained, they can easily become destructive and disobedient. But aside from its instincts, the reason why they are not good for families with small children is that of their size. You also need to be calm, collected, and kind when interacting with them. Their big size may be a hazard for small children who easily get knocked over by these hounds. Finally, they might see the playful nature of small kids as a sign of aggressiveness towards them and react negatively.
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