With those traits in mind, here are the 10 best dogs for families that fit the bill:
- Beagle.
- Bernese Mountain Dog.
- Boston Terrier.
- Brittany.
- Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.
- Curly-Coated Retriever.
- Golden Retriever.
- Irish Wolfhound. Another large breed (up to 180 lbs), the Irish Wolfhound is the second gentle giant on our list.