recommend a dog breed for us

[Anonymous]

I'd prefer smaller side but sturdy to play with kids - like a westie or beagle size, not a yorkie

Good with young kids

I'm experienced with dog training thanks to an incredibly anxious rescue dog but would prefer a breed that is on the easier side

Needs a moderate amount of exercise - will be walked and played with every day but we don't have a large yard for tons of exercise

Not prone to anxiety

[Anonymous]

schnoodle - great smart dogs, playful, will be good guardian for the kids - We had one that lived to be almost 17. We now have a rescue aussiedoodle but the high energy of that breed would be a deal breaker for you.

https://windyhillkennel.com/cookie-chape-mid-size-schnoodles-due-10-17-to-10-21-20-to-28-lb/?doing_wp_cron=1739995884.8066449165344238281250

[Anonymous]

Cavalier.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Cavalier.

I'm a rescue person. But if you insist on a breed, this is probably the right answer. It's my vet's fave breed for pets.

[Anonymous]

Rescue

[Anonymous]

Another vote for cavalier. They are total loving mush balls, they adore all people.

Do your homework though, heart issues affect the vast, vast majority of them and they’ll be dead by 10. Find a breeder who does a full cardiac work up before breeding.

[Anonymous]

Cavapoo.

[Anonymous]

Beagle

[Anonymous]

Rescue is a great option. They tend to have great traits of the mixes they are made up of. But here is what I would do. Ask if you can do foster to adopt or try out the rescue. If the dog is already in a foster and thriving there, ask if you can see the dog in different environments. With kids, strangers, etc. Also many fosters can let you in on any cons of the dog. If you go with a breeder, research and make sure they are reputable. Also make sure they do health screens. Too many dogs have genetic flaws that become problems because of overbreeding these days. Particularly the designer dogs. A good breeder doesn’t do this and you should be able to visit the pups while they are still with the mom. Caution if they don’t.

[Anonymous]

I love miniature schnauzers

Such smart little dogs with a twinkle in their eyes

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Rescue is a great option. They tend to have great traits of the mixes they are made up of. But here is what I would do. Ask if you can do foster to adopt or try out the rescue. If the dog is already in a foster and thriving there, ask if you can see the dog in different environments. With kids, strangers, etc. Also many fosters can let you in on any cons of the dog. If you go with a breeder, research and make sure they are reputable. Also make sure they do health screens. Too many dogs have genetic flaws that become problems because of overbreeding these days. Particularly the designer dogs. A good breeder doesn’t do this and you should be able to visit the pups while they are still with the mom. Caution if they don’t.

+1. I know plenty of pure breds that are neurotic. By contrast, we have the sweetest rescue without any anxiety at all. You really need to get to know the specific pup instead of trying to purchase a personality.

[Anonymous]

I have a miniature poodle and he is an excellent dog. Perfect size, perfect temperament, etc. He does like exercise, though and if I don't walk him, he certainly runs around the backyard chasing birds and squirrels and what not. Fortunately, I have a big backyard.

[Anonymous]

Boston terrier.

I highly recommend going to the AKC website. They have tons of information on almost all dog breeds.

https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/boston-terrier/

[Anonymous]

Rescue. Mixed breed dogs are great.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:schnoodle - great smart dogs, playful, will be good guardian for the kids - We had one that lived to be almost 17. We now have a rescue aussiedoodle but the high energy of that breed would be a deal breaker for you.

https://windyhillkennel.com/cookie-chape-mid-size-schnoodles-due-10-17-to-10-21-20-to-28-lb/?doing_wp_cron=1739995884.8066449165344238281250

That is not a very cute breed...yikes.