With that in mind, dog behaviour expert Will Atherton has shared three dog breeds he loves - but would never own.

While they may be dubbed the 'perfect family dog, a vet said this playful and friendly breed still has some major downsides.

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Some dogs are described as the perfect family pet, but a vet has shared some downsides to the breed that many prospective ...

which is why they are among the best guard dog breeds. But this can cause a problem. “They can be a bit wary or reserved when first meeting strangers which is why appropriate training and early ...

So while they’re never going to be the best guard dog and while their bark is definitely worse than their bite, that’s the appeal. So let’s take a look at whether this breed should be on ...

While some breeds offer loyal companionship ... which has earned them a reputation as being great with children and a good guard dog. They are also playful and like a lot of exercise.