The Great Pyrenees, being shepherds by nature make
particularly good family dogs, however, they do not thrive in warm temperatures and are known for being heavy shedders.
Not exact matches
I enjoy time with my grandchildren, friends and
family, sunsets, walks on the beach, thunderstorms,
dogs, golf, fishing, cooking, camping,
good conversation,
particularly over a glass of wine or a coffee,...
Tamaskans are
good family dogs and
particularly good with children.
Some breeds that are often
particularly good around children are Labradors, Golden Retrievers, Beagles, Basset Hounds, Collies, Boxers, Pugs, Boston Terriers, Standard Poodles, Chesapeake Bay Retrievers and Newfoundlands (see Picking the Right
Dog for You and Your
Family).
This is
particularly beneficial when deciding what breed of
dog best suits your lifestyle and very helpful for young and growing
families.
The Italian greyhound is also
particularly well suited to working in racing activities such as fly ball, so any
family looking for a small
dog that they can participate in activities with would be
particularly well suited with this breed of greyhound.
Families who live in an apartment are not
well suited to
dogs with
particularly high energy levels although this can be remedied if you are a runner and are dedicated to giving your
dog an adequate routine of exercise.