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The 8 Best Small Dog Breeds for Families with Kids

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The playful and affectionate Bichon Frise hails from France, originally living a luxurious life with nobility before becoming popular circus dogs due to their intelligence and charm.

Bichon Frise

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Friendly and animated, Boston Terriers were bred to be devoted companions and are wonderful family dogs. They adapt well to apartment living and enjoy daily walks.

Boston Terrier

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Cairn Terriers, known for portraying Toto in "The Wizard of Oz," originated in the Scottish Highlands. They are sturdy and love children but need monitoring around excited kids due to their high prey drive.

Cairn Terrier

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These happy, even-tempered dogs enjoy cuddles and gentle play but do not like roughhousing. Suitable for small spaces, they need daily walks and regular grooming to prevent matting.

Charles Spaniel

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Cocker Spaniels are happy, energetic dogs that love playing with children. They require daily exercise and regular professional grooming. Well-socialized Cockers are peaceful with other pets and are great companions

Cocker Spaniel

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French Bulldogs are adaptable and playful, known for their distinctive bat ears. They are great companions for children if treated respectfully. They require moderate exercise and minimal grooming.

French Bulldog

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Havanese are charming, social dogs developed in Havana. Known for being good with respectful children, they are lively and intelligent. Their hypoallergenic coat requires daily brushing or can be clipped short.

Havanese

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Pugs are friendly, outgoing, and fun, described as "a lot in a little." They require daily walks but must be cautious in warm weather. Pugs have a smooth coat that is easy to care for but they shed a fair amount.

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