Best family dogs. Some dogs are just meant for children, and some are not so great with loud noise and erratic movements. This is one of the most crucial considerations when picking your new family member. Some dogs that are known to be excellent with children include the Labrador and Golden Retriever, Hound, Sheep Dog, Border Collie, Maltese, Bichon Frise and Pug. There are many other options as well, these are just a sample of the various sized dogs with different temperaments and talents that make wonderful family dogs.