wow, i didn't expect so many responses and opinions... but hey.. thanks!!!
Everyone is right in their own way and I completely believe in a breeder having their choices to whom to give their pups to... I mean, they are initially their puppies right?
However there are many stories I've heard where "bigger" dogs have hurt children as well, children hurting dogs... my friend had a mix schnoodle and took him camping with us. One of the little boys (not purposely - just didn't know anything about dogs) wanted to play with "Pino" and was dragging him on the leash... you can hear Pino choking... definitely not a good sight... we quickly picked up Pino and told the boy that unless he's gentle, he will not be able to play...
Anyways, kids are very smart... they absorb information like sponges... so I believe that if / when i'm ready for kids, they will just have to learn to be good with my little Missy... but i'm definitely not holding off on having kids because of Missy!! lol My bf says that when we have babies, He'll be left with Missy since I won't let him touch the baby anyway!! HAHHAHA
Thanks again for everyone's input
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