Japanese Chin
Japanese Chins are small in size and they are very adorable. They were bred to be companion dogs to the royalty. As such, it is their instinct to demand time and affection from their masters. Unfortunately, time and affection are both hard to give especially if you have small children. You need to show strong leadership when training your dog. If they are pampered too much, they feel that they call the shots. And once they feel neglected, they become very jealous. Just think of it this way, getting a Japanese Chin is like adding another child to your family.
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Shih Tzu
The Shih Tzu is the least recommended dog breed for families with small children. The reason for this is that they are easily overexcited and frightened that can lead them to bite children. This is especially true when children play rough with them. They bite when frightened as part of their natural defense mechanism thus it is important to never leave kids unsupervised when playing with them. Shih Tzus also require the constant presence of their masters as they easily develop separation anxiety if left alone. And since parents do not have the luxury of time when kids are in the picture, thus owning a Shih Tzu is not a good idea.
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Pekingese
Pekingese may look cuddly and cute but they do not want to be treated like toy dogs. Despite their looks, they are independent and courageous. Unfortunately, small children do not understand the nature of Pekingese, so they have a tendency to play and cuddle the dog. When Pekingese sense weakness, they become difficult to control. If you opt to care for this breed, make sure that your children understand their nature. Your kid also needs to step up as a pack leader and show authority when they are around these cute dogs—or else better look for another breed.
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