Children and dogs can be great companions, but what if your dog makes your child itch andsneeze? You can still own a dog in spite of your children’s allergy, but you just need to be more selective on what breed to choose.

The cause of your children’s allergy is usually either the dog’s saliva, hair or dander. Dander is the skin flakes and scurf that’s constantly shed from a dog’s skin. Symptoms of allergy to dogs include red and itchy eyes, a runny congested nose, sneezing and wheezing.

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Is the Whippet the best children’s dog? In my opinion, it’s way up there with the best.

The Whippet is originally from the United Kingdom, where they were used for hunting and later racing. They’re a long lived breed, with many living until aged 14 or 15.

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One thing to keep in mind when choosing a dog for your family is how much care it needs. In some cases, grooming dogs is a full time job!

When thinking about what is involved in grooming dogs and how it may fit into your family life, some breeds to consider are those with short coats, who don’t shed much. Dogs such as Smooth Coated Collies, Fox Terriers and Greyhounds are much easier to manage than Afghan Hounds or Rough Collies, for example.

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A lot of parents hesitate when their children ask to get a family dog. The truth is there are a lot of positive aspects to granting your child’s request. Dogs are a commitment, they take a great level of dedication, and this is why they could be the best thing to ever happen to your household. Read more »

In the presence of a friendly dog children can feel confident to try something new. Just look at the children at the Mamie Doud Eisenhower Public Library in Broomfield Colorado.

Shiva, being a trained therapy dog, relates well to the children and she is part of a program to help them learn to read. She spends an hour twice a week in the library, sitting at the feet of children as they read aloud.

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When you ask people what breed of dog they feel is best for a family with children, you will find a good percentage will smile and say, Golden Retrievers. Golden retrievers were not always known as a family companion or as the best dog for kids. Read more »

Having kids and dogs share a bed can seem like a good idea to some. They may think that the dog and child will have a stronger bond or that the child will sleep easier knowing that they are safe with the dog close by. However, the truth is having children share their bed with any pet can cause a number of problems. Read more »

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Kids and dogs are one of those things that just seem to go together, and as anyone who has experienced this unique type of friendship will tell you, there is nothing in this world like the loyalty of a good dog. Read more »

When a family is looking to bring home a new addition, namely a four legged one, it is important to make the right choice. Choosing the best family dog for your household can be overwhelming. It seems everyone has a different opinion on dog breeds and which one they think is right for you. Read more »

With children, allergy problems related to dogs can become a real source of grief when your kids are begging you for a puppy. Kids and dogs go together so naturally it seems almost unfair to deprive your child of a pet just because of allergies. Fortunately, there are number of “hypoallergenic” dog breeds (also called low-allergy dogs or allergy-friendly dogs) available so your child can enjoy the companionship of a dog without added health problems.

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