Hi, I don't want to start a fight with any sheltie lovers but my parents have had five shelties and I wouldn't trust anyone of them around kids. Im not putting the breed down because not all shelties are like that but just be carefull. I would suggest a german shepherd, a beagle or a golden retriever. Just do your reasearch long and hard before choosing a breed. You can try your local animal shelter, Im sure there is a kind loving dog waiting for a home there :0)