With good training, German Shepherds make very sensible pets, proving to be well-mannered and great around children. They will also keep guard over your family, with females proving to be less aggressive than the males.
It’s hard not to fall in love with an Irish Wolfhound. They are known as gentle giants who get on wonderfully well with children.
Medium-sized, the Border Collie is a working dog with a strong herding instinct and bags of energy. These canines are also sociable and love to be around people.
Afghan Hounds are among the oldest dog breeds in the world. They are also beautiful, regal-looking dogs who will bowl you over with their silliness.
If you have the time and energy, you can’t go wrong with a Doberman Pinscher. They are easy to train and, as a family dog, patient and kind around children too.
Medium to large in size, American Foxhounds are speedy, energetic dogs so you need to keep your wits about you when going out and about with them.
The Great Dane is one big dog. But the breed also has a big heart. Friendly, loyal and protective, this is a dog which doesn’t require a lot of exercise and is also easy to train.