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What could possibly be any CUTERRR than an ADORBZ child with a COOL dog together, forever?

Nada!

Which is why some very considerate folks put together a list of the most CHILD FRIENDLY DOG BREEDS!!!

To which we say, Scooby Dooby Doo!!!

Check out the list right here:

"Airedale Terrier
The “King of the Terriers” is hugely versatile, performing successfully as a hunter, guide dog for the blind, livestock herder, elegant show dog, and loving family pet. Airedale Terriers are smart, sensitive, and playful, making them fabulous companions for children.

Australian Shepherd
Australian Shepherds are active, intelligent “people dogs” who want nothing more than to be a part of the family. Happy to travel to kids’ baseball games, join in on fun outings like trips to the beach, and herd the kids around the yard, Aussies make wonderful companions for respectful children who are taught to behave properly around the dog.

Bearded Collie
Described as bouncy and exuberant—ideal for keeping happy kids active and moving— the Bearded Collie lives to be around children. With its long, easycare, unkempt coat and athletic build, the Beardie loves to participate in fun activities and sports, like jogging, running alongside a bicycle, hiking, and chasing sheep (get some!). The Bearded Collie’s strong sheepdog instincts can lead to its gathering (herding) young people or even nipping at their Nikes: parents must train the dog to know the difference between kids and ewes and supervise so that the dog’s nanny instincts are properly channeled."

And that's just a VERY small sample of ALL the kid-friendly dog breeds there are!

Check out the rest of the list right here… AFTER THE JUMP!

Tags: animals, breed, children, dogs, friendly, kids, puppies, pups, ruff, woof

Awwwww!!!! SO CUTEz!!!!

A bear meets a couple of tourists and waves hello. That or he's just asking for a snack!

Either way, he lifts up a paw and gives a friendly greeting!!

See, bears are cute and cuddly when they want to be!

Tags: bear, cute cute cute, friendly, silly, sweet, tourists, wave, wildlife

We all love animals and that admiration is instilled in us since we were youngsters.

So, it's definitely important that children learn how to treat and respect the creatures they share the world with.

Check out this PSA (above) from Last Chance for Animals and pass it along to get the word out.

Treat animals with respect!

[Image via Christopher Ameruoso.]

Tags: animals, children, friendly, last chance for animals, psa, respect

Many of us have dogs who are absolute sweethearts and all they wanna do is meet new people and new dogs.

But a dog who won't stop pulling on the leash can become a bit of a nuisance.

So TeddyHilton.com reader, Lauren, wrote in:

Hi Perez!

My dog has been through professional obedience training, but he still goes absolutely bonkers whenever we see another dog on our walks. He just wants to run over and play with them and be their best friend forever. He pulls and whines and groans like mad. It's the one thing we don't seem to have any control over. We've tried a regular collar, an Easy Walk harness, and a choke chain collar but none have any effect on him whatsoever–he still pulls and pulls, sometimes to the point where he's choking himself and only his back legs are touching the ground.

How can we get him to relax around dogs? We'd love to have him greet the new doggies we see, but usually their owners assume our dog is aggressive and don't want to meet. :-/

Thanks!
Lauren

Dr. Patrick Mahaney responded:

Hello Lauren,

Dr PM

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