Top 5 Dogs Breeds That Are Loyal And Protective For Kids

Have you ever thought about what kind of dog breeds can be loyal and protective for kids?

Well! if not, here are the top 5 dog breeds that will be loyal and protective to kids and family.

Breed # 1. Bulldog

Height – 12 – 16 inches

Weight – Female (40-50 lbs) and Male (50-55 lbs)

Life Span – 8 to 10 years

Origin – United Kingdom

Colors – White, Fawn & White, Brindle & White, Red & White, Red Brindle, Red

Personality – Bulldogs are stubborn dog but they get along with other pets as well as kids. They don’t walk at a fast speed, so if you get tired while walking almost every time outside, bulldogs would be a perfect dog for you. They are comfortable almost in every house or apartment whether or not if it is big or small.

Dog Breed # 2. Beagle (It is my fav.)

Height – Male ( 14-16 inches) and Female ( 13-15 inches)

Weight – Male (22-24 lbs) and Female (20-22 lbs)

Life Span – 12 to 16 years

Origin – United Kingdom, England

Colors – Tri-color, White & Tan, Chocolate Tri, White & Chocolate, Lemon & White etc.

Personality – Beagles prefer company, if they are left alone they may howl or bark loudly. They go along with other pets and kids. They are medium energetic dogs.

Did you know? If a Beagle has no white in its tail, it is not a 100% pure breed.

Dog Breed # 3. Golden Retriever

Height – Male ( 22-24 inches) and Female ( 20-22 inches)

Weight – Male (65-75 lbs) and Female (55-70 lbs)

Life Span – 10 to 13 years

Origin – United Kingdom, England, Scotland

Colors – golden, light golden, and dark golden

Personality – The Golden Retriever dog is intelligent, affectionate, loyal and kind.  They are extremely patient, which makes them a perfect dog breed for kids. If a stranger is approaching your neighbors or your house, they will bark loudly and alert you.

Dog Breed # 4. Labrador Retriever

Height – Male ( 22-24 inches) and Female ( 22-24 inches)

Weight – Male (65-80 lbs) and Female (55-70 lbs)

Life Span – 10 to 14 years

Origin – Newfoundland

Colors – Black, Chocolate, Yellow

Personality – It is one of the most popular dog breeds for kids and families. Labrador Retriever is highly intelligent, kind, playful, energetic and loyal. They require lots of exercise.

Dog Breed # 5. German Shepherd

Height – Male ( 24-26 inches) and Female ( 22-24 inches)

Weight – Male (66-87 lbs) and Female (50-70 lbs)

Life Span – 9 to 13 years

Origin – Germany

Colors – Black, Black & Tan, Grey, Black & Silver, etc.

Personality – This dog breed is one of the most popular breeds in America. German Shepherd doesn’t make friends immediately but whenever they do, they are loyal and protective to them.

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