This is such a hard one, I have a child who is 5, and do not plan on having more children. My daughter is good with my dogs, I still don't leave them alone. We have very strict rules about running in the house etc. Most people aren't so careful.
The breeder that I got Maddie from was in the process of taking back a dog that was in a home with children, she said that they seemed well behaved, and the parents were strict but they called her and said that it was to hard keeping the little dog safe. She was very sad because the little dog had become afraid of the children and loud noises and now would have to rebond with a new, more appropriate family. This breeder is seriously considering putting a no children clause in her contracts.
I know that my dogs are safe but if I were a breeder it would be very rare for me to place a yorkie in a home with small children. I would not sell a yorkie or recomend one to most of my friends who have children either. I guess ideally, each individual situation should be looked at carefully. I am sure that you will be able to find a good reputable breeder that is willing to meet you and your kids and trust you with a puppy. They are out there.
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