The English Toy Spaniel
Everyone thinks that the English Toy Spaniel is a great dog for kids because, for one, they have the word toy as part of their moniker. Another reason for this misconception is their cuddly appearance and cute size. But here lies the problem. Toy Spaniels may perceive the rough play from children as threatening. They violently react if they feel mistreated. It is important to show them strong leadership because they can become dominant in the household. A dominant Toy Spaniel is very aggressive and can attack both children and adult. But if trained properly, they can be amazing pets.
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Greyhound
Greyhounds have been bred for racing and they are reared for their incredible speed and energy. They require a lot of running around as part of their daily exercise and this can be difficult especially if you have to take care of small children. With a propensity to attack small animals, they may do so with little tots. They also dislike rough play thus they don’t tolerate children hovering or trying to cuddle them. If not properly trained, they become reserved towards their master making them unpredictable. These are the reasons why they are not ideal pets for families with small children.
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French Bulldog
The French Bulldog is a playful dog breed, but this does not mean that they are great for children. They are quite demanding in terms of time and affection which is something that households with small children are short of. If not given proper training and affection, they feel unappreciated and ignored and these lead to behavioral problems such as aggression and mischief. If you still decide to care for French Bulldogs, make sure that your children understand that they need to display authority over the dog as giving them free reign can be a disaster for your household.
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