Some believe Pit Bulls
nanny dogs earned this title due to many photos from the 19th century that have come to light.
Not exact matches
So sweet in fact that J.M. Barrie, the author of Peter Pan included a Newfie named Nana as the children's guardian,
earning them the nickname «The
Nanny Dog.»
Due to their kind nature toward children, they
earned the nickname «
nanny dog» in England.
During this time, they have
earned a reputation as being excellent with children, even to the point of being nicknamed the
Nanny Dog, a name still used for pit bulls today that few are aware of.
The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is affectionate, steady and especially fond of children,
earning its nickname the «
Nanny Dog.»