Dog breeds best to avoid for families with children include the Chihuahua, Rottweiler, Chow Chow, Pit Bull and Dalmatian, according to parent24.com. Read full article here: https://www.parent24.com/Child_7-12/Development/health_safety/Bad-dogs-for-kids-20120124 .
Children and dogs often form wonderful relationships. But some dogs are uncomfortable around kids and may react with fear. They may walk away, hide, or bark and lunge at children.
Dog breeds best to avoid for families with children include the Chihuahua, Rottweiler, Chow Chow, Pit Bull and Dalmatian, according to parent24.com.
Pugs, French bulldogs, bulldogs. The No. 1 dog on the list isn't just one breed, but basically "any one flat-faced or brachycephalic dog breed," such as a French bulldog, bulldog, or pug.
Pit Bull Terriers
Probably the most notorious breed on this list, the pit bull has a reputation for unpredictability and aggression, even against its owner or his family. State and local governments have been vigorous in restricting ownership of this dog with breed-specific legislation.
Most dog aggression towards children is fear based, though many dogs will also show aspects of food, possessive and territorial aggression as well. According to the CDC, 800,000 people seek medical attention for dog bites each year, half of which are children.
The Root of the Behavior
Recent studies by animal psychologists have confirmed that dogs do in fact experience jealousy when their owners display affection toward other animals, new partners, kids, or even inanimate objects.
Some dogs choose to run and hide when they're frightened. Others learn they can lunge, growl, snap or bark to make children go away.
Several breeds such as wolf hybrids, Rottweilers, Dobermans, pit bulls and pit bull mixes, German Shepherds, and Akitas often make the list.
Black Dog Syndrome
Most experienced shelter workers will tell you that black dogs are often adopted less than any other coat color. Be it black Labrador Retrievers, Shepherds, Rottweilers, etc., they are often passed over by potential adopters.
It has been a long-held belief that black dogs are the toughest to rehome. Their color means they do not photograph so easily, some people are superstitious about their color, and they don't stand out so well alongside dogs with brighter coats.
In another study with 20 different breeds, investigators found that male dogs generally showed more aggression toward both other dogs and human strangers [70].
Most dogs assume a neutral or submissive role toward people, but some dogs will challenge their owners for dominance. A dominant dog may stare, bark, growl, snap, or even bite when you give him a command or ask him to give up a toy, treat, or resting place.
Pit bulls, rottweilers, dobermans are all considered aggressive dogs, while labs and corgis are supposed to be fun and docile. But while breeding might have something to do with temperament, a recent study suggests that a far better predictor of how aggressive a dog will be is what their owner is like.
Dog breeds that can be left alone for long periods include Labrador and Golden Retriever, Beagle, Peekapoo, or Shiba Inu. Naturally, by long-term periods, it's implied that the period is up to 8 hours a day and not more. Of course, you shouldn't forget about adorable mutts.
Border collie
This highly energetic and hardworking herder regularly tops the list of smartest dog breeds. As with most other intelligent, active dogs, border collies need a job and the opportunity to work. While they require considerable time and energy, border collies are immensely fun and loyal family members.