Parade Pets and Yahoo may earn commission from links in this article. For those with children, choosing the right dog often comes down to finding the right balance between protection and temperament.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Small dogs seem to have been purposely crafted to melt even the coldest of hearts. On top of prancing around with adorableness, ...

If you’ve ever watched your dog interact with a child, you may have sensed something different- an unusual gentleness, a sudden alertness, or at times even hesitation. The same dog that confidently ...

The largest-ever study of dog behavior, tracking more than 47,000 pets, reveals how breed, size, sex, and age shape canine traits. It provides insights that could help identify early signs of illness ...

What Makes a Small Dog Breed Good for Kids? Annie-Mae Levy, a professional dog trainer for the puppy and dog training app, Woofz, says small breeds should be very comfortable with hands-on family ...

I am a puppy raiser for Guiding Eyes for the Blind and have a gifted therapy dog. I also spend a lot of time in dog classes, hanging out in dog parks, and meeting, greeting, and avoiding other ...

Many dog breeds are noted for their personalities and behavioral traits, from the distinctive vocalizations of huskies to the herding of border collies. People have worked to identify the genes ...

"They’re gentle with children, but have the instinct to guard," says trainer Sally Grottini.