These are the 10 breeds of adorable dog ideal for families with young children - including the loving Labrador Retriever - The Scotsman

If you've been thinking about getting a puppy over lockdown then you're not alone – the Kennel Club says the number of people welcoming new dogs into their homes last year soared to around 250,000.

But choosing the right breed is absolutely essential – for example opting for a small dog if you don't have much room at home, or a hypoallergenic dog if you suffer from allergies.

Another thing to take into account is that certain breeds are far more suitable for young families.

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Not content with just being the most popular dog in the UK, the Labrador Retriever is also the most child-friendly - thanks to their friendly, loving and outgoing nature.

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Not content with just being the most popular dog in the UK, the Labrador Retriever is also the most child-friendly - thanks to their friendly, loving and outgoing nature.

Another gundog famed for it's placid nature, intelligence and good humour, the Golden Retriever is a perfect family pooch.

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Another gundog famed for it's placid nature, intelligence and good humour, the Golden Retriever is a perfect family pooch.

A more compact size family hound, Beagles tend to get on very well with children and love to play.

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A more compact size family hound, Beagles tend to get on very well with children and love to play.

Pugs are known to have a special affinity with children and are likely to become best buddies with the youngest member of the family within a wag of a tail. They are eager to please, easy to train, and very loving.

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Pugs are known to have a special affinity with children and are likely to become best buddies with the youngest member of the family within a wag of a tail. They are eager to please, easy to train, and very loving.

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