Top 10 Breeds for Autistic Children

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Labrador Retriever

"Labs are ideal pets for kids with autism. They're devoted, gentle, intelligent, and easily trained. Need exercise and company. Male labs are larger."

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Golden Retriever

Golden retrievers are ideal for autistic kids due to their loving nature and suitability for service work. Similar to Labs, they're easy to train. Their longer hair requires maintenance

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Raised Right Turkey Pate

Poodles, especially standard ones, are ideal pets for kids. They're hypoallergenic, intelligent, easy to train, loyal, protective, and great with children. Poodle mixes like Labradoodles and Goldendoodles

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Old English Sheepdog

Old English sheepdogs are family-oriented and great for kids with autism. They're playful, easy to train, protective, and have a serious side. Ideal for families seeking a loyal and intelligent companion.

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Orijen Grain-Free

"Beagles are suitable for some kids with autism. They are smaller in size, friendly, and rarely intimidating. However, suitability may vary depending on the child's preferences and needs."

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Bernese Mountain Dog

"Bernese Mountain dogs are ideal for autistic kids. They're big, gentle, intelligent, easy to train, and love to please. Their affectionate nature helps build a strong bond with children."

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Boxer

Boxers are highly recommended for kids, including those with autism. They're sweet, playful, patient, and have a great temperament. Boxers are an ideal size and friendly with strangers

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Bull Terrier

Bull terriers, despite their history, are incredibly loving and affectionate dogs, especially with children. They're people-oriented, intelligent, and easy to train.

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Great Dane

Great Danes are ideal for autistic children who enjoy big, snuggly dogs. They're smart, loving, loyal, and their size offers benefits. The value they provide to autistic children is invaluable.

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Newfoundland

Consider Newfoundland: giant, gentle, fluffy. Perfect for kids, especially autistic ones. Beware: they're huge (100-150 lbs) but great for your child.

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