The best dog breeds to have around infants

30. Scottish terrier

30. Scottish terrier, 29. Chinese crested, 28. American foxhound, 26. Corgi, 22. Chow chow, 20. Basset hound, 18. Irish setter, 16. Bull terrier, 14. Bichon frise, 12. Mastiff, 10. Mutts, 8. Pit bull, 6. Poodle (and doodle), 4. English bulldog, 2. Beagle

Feisty and independent, these little pups can seem aloof to strangers, but they love their humans intensely.

29. Chinese crested

30. Scottish terrier, 29. Chinese crested, 28. American foxhound, 26. Corgi, 22. Chow chow, 20. Basset hound, 18. Irish setter, 16. Bull terrier, 14. Bichon frise, 12. Mastiff, 10. Mutts, 8. Pit bull, 6. Poodle (and doodle), 4. English bulldog, 2. Beagle

Sweet-tempered, playful, and affectionate, these dogs will love on your baby all day long.

28. American foxhound

30. Scottish terrier, 29. Chinese crested, 28. American foxhound, 26. Corgi, 22. Chow chow, 20. Basset hound, 18. Irish setter, 16. Bull terrier, 14. Bichon frise, 12. Mastiff, 10. Mutts, 8. Pit bull, 6. Poodle (and doodle), 4. English bulldog, 2. Beagle

Foxhounds are kind, intelligent, and loyal dogs that enjoy performing tasks. Their dedicated nature also means they're great with their humans, including the littlest ones.

26. Corgi

30. Scottish terrier, 29. Chinese crested, 28. American foxhound, 26. Corgi, 22. Chow chow, 20. Basset hound, 18. Irish setter, 16. Bull terrier, 14. Bichon frise, 12. Mastiff, 10. Mutts, 8. Pit bull, 6. Poodle (and doodle), 4. English bulldog, 2. Beagle

Outgoing and protective, these pups will go out of their way to make sure their humans are OK.

22. Chow chow

30. Scottish terrier, 29. Chinese crested, 28. American foxhound, 26. Corgi, 22. Chow chow, 20. Basset hound, 18. Irish setter, 16. Bull terrier, 14. Bichon frise, 12. Mastiff, 10. Mutts, 8. Pit bull, 6. Poodle (and doodle), 4. English bulldog, 2. Beagle

These purple-tongued dogs may be aloof and independent, but they are also highly loyal to their humans.

20. Basset hound

30. Scottish terrier, 29. Chinese crested, 28. American foxhound, 26. Corgi, 22. Chow chow, 20. Basset hound, 18. Irish setter, 16. Bull terrier, 14. Bichon frise, 12. Mastiff, 10. Mutts, 8. Pit bull, 6. Poodle (and doodle), 4. English bulldog, 2. Beagle

Basset hounds are affectionate and devoted to their humans. Besides, they're incredibly patient and easy-going, making them the perfect fit for babies and toddlers.

18. Irish setter

30. Scottish terrier, 29. Chinese crested, 28. American foxhound, 26. Corgi, 22. Chow chow, 20. Basset hound, 18. Irish setter, 16. Bull terrier, 14. Bichon frise, 12. Mastiff, 10. Mutts, 8. Pit bull, 6. Poodle (and doodle), 4. English bulldog, 2. Beagle

Irish setters are affectionate and companionable dogs that don't really like being alone, so they'll thrive in a home bustling with the noise and activity only children can add.

16. Bull terrier

30. Scottish terrier, 29. Chinese crested, 28. American foxhound, 26. Corgi, 22. Chow chow, 20. Basset hound, 18. Irish setter, 16. Bull terrier, 14. Bichon frise, 12. Mastiff, 10. Mutts, 8. Pit bull, 6. Poodle (and doodle), 4. English bulldog, 2. Beagle

There's a good reason these long-nosed beauties have been featured in ads and marketing campaigns for a variety of products. They're friendly and highly trainable dogs that will adjust just fine in a household with babies.

14. Bichon frise

30. Scottish terrier, 29. Chinese crested, 28. American foxhound, 26. Corgi, 22. Chow chow, 20. Basset hound, 18. Irish setter, 16. Bull terrier, 14. Bichon frise, 12. Mastiff, 10. Mutts, 8. Pit bull, 6. Poodle (and doodle), 4. English bulldog, 2. Beagle

These gentle dogs are also super affectionate and gentle, perfect for a house full of little ones.

12. Mastiff

30. Scottish terrier, 29. Chinese crested, 28. American foxhound, 26. Corgi, 22. Chow chow, 20. Basset hound, 18. Irish setter, 16. Bull terrier, 14. Bichon frise, 12. Mastiff, 10. Mutts, 8. Pit bull, 6. Poodle (and doodle), 4. English bulldog, 2. Beagle

Don't let their size fool you. Mastiffs are good-natured, dignified dogs that are also very protective of their humans, particularly the most vulnerable ones.

10. Mutts

30. Scottish terrier, 29. Chinese crested, 28. American foxhound, 26. Corgi, 22. Chow chow, 20. Basset hound, 18. Irish setter, 16. Bull terrier, 14. Bichon frise, 12. Mastiff, 10. Mutts, 8. Pit bull, 6. Poodle (and doodle), 4. English bulldog, 2. Beagle

Oftentimes, a mutt is the perfect addition to any home, considering that they generally carry a wide range of characteristics and traits that make them the "best of both worlds."

8. Pit bull

30. Scottish terrier, 29. Chinese crested, 28. American foxhound, 26. Corgi, 22. Chow chow, 20. Basset hound, 18. Irish setter, 16. Bull terrier, 14. Bichon frise, 12. Mastiff, 10. Mutts, 8. Pit bull, 6. Poodle (and doodle), 4. English bulldog, 2. Beagle

Despite their reputation, pit bulls are people-oriented dogs that love to please. Their bad rap is entirely fault of the owner and not of the breed, so when raised properly as a family dog, they thrive around humans, including children and infants.

6. Poodle (and doodle)

30. Scottish terrier, 29. Chinese crested, 28. American foxhound, 26. Corgi, 22. Chow chow, 20. Basset hound, 18. Irish setter, 16. Bull terrier, 14. Bichon frise, 12. Mastiff, 10. Mutts, 8. Pit bull, 6. Poodle (and doodle), 4. English bulldog, 2. Beagle

Poodles are among the most intelligent dog breeds, which makes them perfect house dogs since they learn quickly and follow the rules. They are also gentle, friendly, and loyal creatures.

4. English bulldog

30. Scottish terrier, 29. Chinese crested, 28. American foxhound, 26. Corgi, 22. Chow chow, 20. Basset hound, 18. Irish setter, 16. Bull terrier, 14. Bichon frise, 12. Mastiff, 10. Mutts, 8. Pit bull, 6. Poodle (and doodle), 4. English bulldog, 2. Beagle

Docile and gregarious, they are also loyal dogs that tend to be protective of and affectionate with children.

2. Beagle

30. Scottish terrier, 29. Chinese crested, 28. American foxhound, 26. Corgi, 22. Chow chow, 20. Basset hound, 18. Irish setter, 16. Bull terrier, 14. Bichon frise, 12. Mastiff, 10. Mutts, 8. Pit bull, 6. Poodle (and doodle), 4. English bulldog, 2. Beagle

Beagles are amiable, determined, and gentle, perfect traits for a dog that will be introduced to a baby.