We’re officially a nations of dog owners, with the UK’s most popular pet living in around one-in-three households (and rising).
That means that there are around three million pooches living here, with more people choosing to join the army of dog lovers every week.
Of course, if you are looking to welcome a dog into your family, there are 221 different breeds of pedigree dog to choose from, alongside numerous crossbreeds, so there’s plenty of thinking to do before you select your family’s latest addition.
There’s even academic guidance to seek out, with Psychologist Stanley Coren’s book ‘The Intelligence of Dogs’ ranking breeds by instincts, obedience, and the ability to adapt.
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.
Meanwhile, certain breeds have particular attributes or temperaments which mean that they are less suitable for households with small children.
Here are 13 breeds of dogs best avoided by owners with young families,
13. Siberian Husky
The Husky is a dog that likes to play rough - particularly when they've not had any exercise for a while - and, although it's unlikely there will be any malice involved, this can prove to be a problem when they are left alone with youngsters. | Canva/Getty Images