It really depends on your child. Is your child the kind of kid who will be gentle but able to defend himself when the cute little puppy starts mouthing,(read biting) him? An older dog well socialized with kids may be a good choice, but a well supervised puppy would be okay, too. As far as breeds go, you need to decide what you are willing to work with. How big, what amount of money are you willing to spend? how much monthly on food, toys,TIME, etc., what about grooming? Some dogs will cost 25 and up every few weeks just for grooming, unless you can do it yourself. My suggestion is to not be in a hurry, decide what you want in a dog, size, energy level, a lap dog who mostly lays around, or frisbee loving jogging partner or something like a boxer. Boxers are usually tolerant of well behaved children, even some not so well behaved, but as with all breeds have health issues to consider. Boston terriers are usually good with kids and are small, shorthaired friends, but they are subject to overheating, like the bulldog you mentioned. FYI Bulldogs are not lazy, some are quite destructive, they also have special needs. Reasearch your future dog companion thoroughly, as you will be making a 10 to 15 year commitment and it is not to be taken lightly. Dogs last longer than most marriages do...so, again choose wisely. Try not to get taken by the cute puppy at a pet shop, remember, this is a long commitment and a lot of work, socializing, training, etc. Another person suggested a toy poodle, the toy poodle is too fragile for very small children, their legs can break very easily. Another thing to keep in mind is that NO CHILD should be left alone with a dog until they are old enough to handle the dog and can be trusted with it. happy hunting
What is the best breed of dog for a child of 2-3 years?
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