If You’re Single, These 10 Dog Breeds Will Make Sure You’re Never Lonely

8. Top dog for the single parent: Standard Poodle

Not only are Standard Poodles great with children, they make wonderful watchdogs. As an added bonus, they’re the hypoallergenic component of the mixed Labradoodle. They’re good-natured and gentle and make excellent playmates for kids. An active poodle is also a good running companion for you.

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