Yes, I have a Maltese x ShihTsu. She’s lovely. Beautiful temperament, not destructive and they adapt to most surroundings. I never liked small dogs until we got her, now I’m planning on getting a second one

I would stick with the type of dog you’re used to. We had a labrador and we was wonderful, especially as he got older as he tended to be very energetic when he was young.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Beagle, Pomeranian, Shitzhu, Labs, maybe even another Maltese? Such beautiful temperaments on these doggies!
if you have an RSPCA near by I’d strongly recommend checking it out! They can even match you with a pup based on your home and lifestyle

Beagles are a great breed, although they can be a little too frisky when young.

We have a Maltese ShihTsu. I thoroughly recommend them. Their very friendly, loving little dogs. Quite happy to sit on your lap and watch TV but also happy running around playing. So easy to please, small and generally quiet, don’t eat much, don’t need heaps of room….

I have a labradoodle and a king charges cavalier, both are great with kids and take minimal walking and maintenance with a busy lifestyle, there happy to play inside or out. Labradoodle also doesn’t malt so that’s a huge bonus

Maybe go along to the RSPCA and they can dog match for you!

We’ve got a Labrador Retriever. So sweet and delicate with children. A great companion!

My cousin got her kids a labradoodle, he is the sweetest gentlest dog, he doesn’t shed fur, smart. They can be expensive though.

King Charles Cavalier Spaniel.
They are so placid – they have an absolutely gorgeous nature.
We got ours when I was about 10 and my sister was 6. He recently passed
But he was always so gentle. We used to dress him up in clothes & put bows in his ears & everything.
I think they’re a beautiful breed.

we recently got a rescue dog (puppy actually) and my two year old and the now six month old puppy are best mates. ours is a terrier cross blue heeler (and maybe something else) and they are fine. but I would definitely recommend getting a rescue dog from rspca or a local rescue group.

We have a jack russell and a pomeranian they love our 2.5 year old!

We have a labradoodle and she is the most reliable dog we have ever had. Fantastic with kids and when we bought her we were told if you have an active life she will fit in and if you are a bit laid back and quieter she will fit in. The only problem we have ever had she doesn’t really like being in the car. Also labradoodles are good for people with allergies and they do not shed hair. Good luck.

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I have a jack Russell x fox terrier,she is full of beans,loves to play with all the children in the street!they are energetic,and loving,intelligent too,so I am recommending you get yourself and girls a jack Russell pup.good luck,all the best.

I’ve always had a chicchua with my kids now over 14yrs they have been great with the children and great house pets.

The best dog I found with kids was fox terriers.. They are so patient and loyal.. But they are also puppies for long than other dogs

Think of re-homing one from rescue centre. They will have been assessed to see if they are good with children other dogs etc plus they are desexed and vaccinated. You also have the knowledge that you have given a pet with an unfortunate start a new lease on life. Try Red Collar Rescue we have 2 lovely dogs from them and they can put you in touch with other rescue centres if they don’t have what you are looking for.

Have you considered a labradoodle? They don’t shed as much, they’re of gentle temperament but still playful and you can get them in a variety of sizes. My friend has one and it’s a beautiful dog and loves kids.

You can’t go wrong with a King Charles Cavilier Spaniel. We also were in your positon with two girls of similar ages and got a King Charles. He has been the perfect family pet. Things to consider are grooming costs. We keep his coat fairly short as it is much easier to handle and this costs about $60 every 2-3 months. Also ensure you obtain your dog from a registered breeder to help avoid health problems. One problem is possible heart disease, and although we purchased ours from a registered breeder he has developed a heart condition. Having said that, that would not put us off getting another cavvie as they are wonderful family dogs.