When we talk about nanny dogs, we must set 3 basic modalities: Protective dogs for very young children, patient playmates for children and very active playmates for active children.
A useful rule to start selecting the nanny dog for our children is the following: " The smaller the child, the bigger the dog should be ". We will detail this in the next point, arguing the reasons.
If you want to know which are the 8 best sitter dogs, in this article on our site we will provide you with the appropriate information.
Little boy, big dog
Young children unconsciously pull their dogs' hairs, ears and tails, or stick their fingers in their eyes or snouts. Actions that can hurt a small dog and cause an aggressive/defensive reaction against the boy. A dog of a certain size is unfazed by these childish actions.
It's also not about overdoing it and going straight for a Newfoundland or St. Bernard (both great pets as babysitters), but since the size of a German shepherd upwards is optimal and recommended.
1. The German Shepherd
A German shepherd is an excellent dog to take care of very young children. His calm, intelligence and ease of training make him an extraordinary babysitter for the little ones.
They are very intelligent animals, strong, with a protective instinct, attentive and that can perfectly understand, accept and fulfill the mission of caring for our children.
We said in the previous point that the Saint Bernard and the Newfoundland are excellent sitter dogs, if you can afford their adoption, and then their maintenance.
2. Pit bull terrier
Despite his terrible fame, the pit bull terrier is a wonderful dog sitter. His rough and dangerous appearance hides a big heart and infinite patience with children. After the golden retriever, it is considered the most serene and temperate dog to live with children.
The problem with the pit bull is that it is considered a "potentially dangerous dog", and requires a license, civil liability insurance and the use of a muzzle in public spaces, which causes a waste of time and money that many people who want to adopt do not have.
3. golden retriever
The golden retriever is a very sweet dog with the little ones and a real "patient sufferer", due to the size of his precious hair, so easy to pull. This dog is considered an ideal babysitter for children, and an excellent pet for the whole family. His intelligence, affability, temperance and care with the little ones is proverbial.
4. The Great Dane
The Great Dane is a large dog ideal for children from 5-6 years of age. He is a very protective, gentle and good-natured dog with children, but with his powerful presence alone he keeps at bay any individual who tries to disturb the children.
I remember a Great Dane who watched a fishmonger from the street, and at the time the fishmonger's two daughters had to go to school, he accompanied them to school. Then he would return to his rather peculiar surveillance post (lying in the middle of the sidewalk sunbathing), and without anyone warning him, like clockwork he would stand at school dismissal hours waiting for the two girls whom he should escort.
The problem of the Great Dane is identical to the aforementioned Saint Bernard and Newfoundland: Its maintenance, plus it is convenient that they live in a spacious house or with a garden.
5. The Boxer
The boxer is the eternal puppycanine, because he never f alters in the desire for his games. He is a dog that immediately gets along with children and lends himself to all kinds of games. The ideal age to enjoy a boxer is from 6 years. He is an affable dog with strangers, but a good guard at the same time. Responding with courage to compromising situations.
6. The Rough Collie
The rough collie or long-haired collie is a dog that is very attached to the family, especially with children. His patience is infinite. It is an ideal dog for children over 7 years old, who already know that they should not pull the dog's hair.
Unlike the Boxer, the Collie is averse to strangers. Therefore, it is convenient to "introduce" it to the newcomer, to avoid problems. It is an excellent guardian of the home.
7. The beagle
The beagle is an ideal dog for hyperactive children. It is a very easy dog to train, with which the child with whom you share games will be delighted, since he will be able to teach you all the tricks that come to mind.
The beagle, despite being the smallest among the dogs in this sample, has an inexhaustible energyIn this way, he He will never show reluctance or apathetic in the face of the kid's requirements. It is an ideal dog from 7 years. An advantage of this dog is that it can live in small flats.
8. The Labrador Retriever
The Labrador Retriever can be the perfect companion in the fatigue of your hyperactive son, or preteen. It is one of the most intelligent breeds in the canine world. He is very strong and active, as well as delicate with children. He is a dog ideal for the whole family, because he integrates wholeheartedly with her and defends her courageously
Despite the aforementioned breeds, remember that any dog can be an excellent companion for your child But for this to be possible, it will be necessary to correctly follow the dog's education process, especially we will work on the socialization process and on basic obedience.
A dog that receives good treatment, has its needs met and enjoys a stable and happy life will be the best playmate for your little one, don't forget it!
