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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Bill of Rights" data-source="post: 1300186" data-attributes="member: 9940">Rather than approaching from the end of which breed of dog is best, I would consider what kind of dog owner you are and what your philosophy on dog-kid safety is.  Like I've *tried* to explain to many, even "seasoned" dog owners, the danger of the "dangerous" breeds is twofold--their ability to inflict damage combined with the likelihood they will inflict damage.  Pitbulls (well bred ones) are great dogs.  But they are still dogs, and all animals behave irrationally.  If your 35lb lab gets spooked and bites your kid, you're probably okay.  If a GSD or a pitbull does the same, you're in trouble.How likely this is to happen depends partially, but not entirely, on what kind of dog owner you are.  If you socialize the dog extremely well as a puppy (which takes tons of time and attention), the dog will have less of a tendency to get spooked or behave erratically.  But the dog is still an animal, and you must be prepared to accept the risk.Personally, although I love GSD's and dobes the very best, I would never recommend these breeds to someone without knowing a LOT about how they raise their dogs and a LOT about their prospective breeder.  You may be looking for a lower maintenence family pet.I recommend you spend time reading about the various breeds available to you, and then settle on the best fit.  I also hope you'll consider a rescue animal of whatever breed you choose.  This is a great experience for kids, and there are a lot of dogs (pups too) that desperately need a good home.  If the dog doesn't work well with your family, the rescue society will always take them back.edit: And I am very sorry to hear about your mini yorkie.  I hope your daughter isn't too traumatized.</blockquote>

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