Best Family-Friendly Large Dogs

There is much to adore about Labrador retrievers, from their sweet, loving dispositions to their unending enthusiasm.

Labrador Retriever

They are excellent companions and easier to train than other varieties, which enables them to serve as service dogs for the blind.

German Shepherd

German shepherds have long functioned just like hunting and herding dogs.

German shepherds have long functioned just like hunting and herding dogs.

Goldens are known for their incredibly sweet, loving, patient, and intelligent dispositions.

Golden Retriever

Golden retrievers are a popular choice for search and rescue, therapy, and comfort pets.

Bernese mountain dogs, this Swiss breed would risk life and limb to assist stranded Alpine travelers.

Bernese Mountain Dog

It is extremely protective, but not aggressive, towards humans.

Boxers are exceedingly sweet, attention-seeking dogs despite their tough-guy moniker.

Boxer

Boxers typically get along well with children and have a natural instinct to guard the family.

Alaskan Malamutes are fully domesticated, gentle giants who would make wonderful additions to an active family. 

Alaskan Malamute

This breed's naturally affable disposition causes them to greet most strangers as companions rather than foes; as a result, they do not make effective guard dogs.

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