1. When in doubt, go for smaller, less active dogs; a two year old and a big, bouncy field dog are not a good combination.
2. Stay clear of the herding dogs and more protective breeds if you have younger children (under age 5). They can nip at things that move awkwardly.
The ten breeds he would recommend for families are:
* Beagle
* Bulldog (French)
* Cairn Terrier
* Cocker Spaniel (English)
* Golden Retriever
* King Charles Spaniel
* Labrador Retriever
* Old English Sheepdog
* Poodle
* Pug