Kid-Friendly Dogs for Adoption in Tamiami, FL: 17 Dogs Good with Children
Rescues and shelters within 25 miles of Tamiami have 17 kid-friendly dogs up for adoption. Here are all 17, each with photos, their story and how to reach the rescue looking after them.
Every dog on this page has been marked by their rescue as good with children, usually because they've lived with kids in a foster home.
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1. Challa
Challa is eight months old, super sweet and playful pup. He loves to play with his parents and siblings. Also gets along with two outdoor cats. Challa is looking for a home where he can grow old and feel loved.
If you're interested in adopting Challa, please contact Boomboomfoster@gmail.com
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
2. Grizz
Grizz is eight months old, gets along with other dogs in his household. Which includes mom and dad two other brothers and a sister. Also seems to be OK with two of the owners outdoor cats seems to be OK with children. This is coming from the owner. He pretty well on a leash he loves to play his toys and loves treats.
If you're interested in adopting, please contact Boomboomfoster@gmail.com
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
3. Kilo
Kilo is eight months old. Gets along well with his other brothers and sisters. Mom and dad has not been mixed with other dogs outside of what’s in the household has also seen cats they belong to the household that are outdoor cats knows how to sit , walks well on a leash, very sweet. Loves his treats.
If you're interested in giving a loving home to Kilo, please contact Boomboomfoster@gmail.com
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
4. COURTESY POST: Pasquale
Name: Pasquale
Breed: German shepherdAge: 5 years 0 monthsVaccines: up to date on everything
Any medical conditions: noneNeutered: noChip: YesTemperament: independent and relaxedEnjoys: walks, playing outdoors, not so much toysPotty trained?: yesCoat: black and brownEyes: brown
Get along with dogs? yes
Good with cats? yes
Good with kids? Yes
How long have you had the pet for? 4 years 10 months
Reason for rehoming? Moving out of country
If interested contact Anthony at (305) 924-0545
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
- House-trained
5. COURTESY POST: Max
Name: Max
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Breed: Mixed - we think he is mix between a Pharaoh hound/doberman and labAge: thought to be 6 1/2 year old Vaccines: Booster is due again October 2026/ Rabies due again August 2027
Any medical conditions: NoneNeutered: yes Chip: yes Temperament: loves everyone Enjoys: Chilling and playing, loves the outside and loves to greet everyone (Humans and animals alike) and make friends. Max is a very sweet dog.Potty trained?: Yes Coat: Brown and healthy Eyes: bownish/golden with a dark blue center
Get along with dogs? Yes
Good with cats? Yes
Good with kids? Yes
How long have you had the pet for? 6 years
Reason for rehoming? Max has one draw back he does not like to be alone in the house and cannot be crated if no one is around, he has separation anxiety. So we have had a financial responsibility to pay for care when we need to leave the house and this has become financially over whelming for us.
If interested contact Jodie at 786-295-6781
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
- House-trained
6. COURTESY POST: Kimchi
Name: Kimchi
Breed: pit mix Age: 8Vaccines: up to date
Any medical conditions: no Neutered: yesChip: yes Temperament: gentle Enjoys: walks, sleep Potty trained?: yesCoat: short hairEyes: brown
Get along with dogs? Yes
Good with cats? don’t know
Good with kids? yes
How long have you had the pet for? 2 weeks
Reason for rehoming? I’m temporary fostering
If interested contact Ana at 305 308 9034
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
7. COURTESY POST: Sasha
Name: Sasha
Breed: German Shorthaired Pointer mix Age: 7 (est)Vaccines: rabies, kennel cough
Any medical conditions: NoneNeutered: SpayedChip: YesTemperament: loving, playful, expressive Enjoys: playing with her toys, tummy rubs, being around people Potty trained?: yesCoat: short haired black with speckled chest and white pawsEyes: hazzle
Get along with dogs? Not used to being around other dogs
Good with cats? Don't know
Good with kids? Yes
How long have you had the pet for? 6 years
Reason for rehoming? Now live in small condo
If interested contact Albert at 305-310-5808 (please leave message)
- Good with kids
- House-trained
8. COURTESY POST: Beanie
Name: Beanie
Breed: Shih Tzu terrier mix Age: 16 years oldVaccines: vet deferred rabies due to his age but all up to date
Any medical conditions: none just a senior Neutered: yes Chip: no Temperament: submissive Enjoys: walks, outside and rubs on back and treats Potty trained?: to go outside but if he isn’t let out and no one is around he will go as he cannot hold it like he use to
Coat: brown beige Eyes: dark
Get along with dogs? Yes
Good with cats? Yes
Good with kids? Yes
How long have you had the pet for? 16 years
Reason for rehoming? Newborn
If interested contact Rebecca at 305-815-2156
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
- House-trained
9. COURTESY POST: Roscoe
Name: Roscoe
Breed: Jack Russell Terrier MixAge: 8Vaccines: Up to date
Any medical conditions: NoNeutered: YesChip: N/ATemperament: Well behaved around children, adults, other dogsEnjoys: Walks, Running outside, treatsPotty trained?: YesCoat: White, Black & BrownEyes: Brown
Get along with dogs? Yes
Good with cats? Yes
Good with kids? Yes
How long have you had the pet for? 7 years
Reason for rehoming? Financial reasons & Husbands allergies
Phone numbers if interested
Shyanna - 7862378140
Wasim - 7542347576
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
- House-trained
10. COURTESY POST: Maya
Name: Maya
Breed: American bulldog/pit bull
Age: 8 years
Vaccines: yes all
Neutered: yes
Chip: yes never activated
Temperament: calm and playful
Enjoys: running, playing with people
Potty trained?: yes
Coat: Grey and white underside
Eyes: brown
Gets along with dog: yes
Good with cats: never been around cats/ not sure
Good with kids?: yes absolutely loves kids
How long have you had the pet for?: 8 years
Reason for rehoming?: very busy and have little time for her and she's an active dog she likes playing and running but if she's alone she will lay down bored and we want her to be happy and have someone who has the time for her
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If interested contact Luis at 786-505-0127 English or 786-439-4725 Spanish
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
11. COURTESY POST: Bowie
Name: Bowie
Breed: American Bulldog
Age: 4
Vaccines: yes
Any medical conditions: No
Neutered: yes
Chip: yes
Temperament: very mellow and happy boy!
Enjoys: being around people and other dogs
Potty trained?: yes
Coat: light brindle with white
Eyes: brown
Get along with dogs? Yes
Good with cats? Not sure
Good with kids? I believe so but needs more interaction for me to confirm since I have not spent time around kids yet. I do have a new born at the house and he licks her feet. Lol
How long have you had the pet for? 3 weeks
Reason for rehoming? I found him 3 weeks ago in the streets
If interested contact Gaudi at 786.303.0369
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
12. COURTESY POST: Rocky
Name: Rocky
Breed: American Bulldog mixAge: 2 yearsVaccines: yes
Any medical conditions: N/ANeutered: NoChip: No. Temperament: Friendly Enjoys: Running, walking, and playing ball.Potty trained?: We never potty trained him properly. He does try to hold it until taken outside. Coat: Brindle and whiteEyes: Brown
Get along with dogs? Yes
Good with cats? Yes
Good with kids? Yes
How long have you had the pet for? 2 years
Reason for rehoming? My mom suffered a stoke and we need to find him a forever home.
If interested contact Mileyva at (786) 357-4309
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
- House-trained
13. COURTESY POST: Luna
Name: Luna
Breed: Pit Bull Terrier Mix
Age: Approximately 3 years old
Vaccines: Up to date
Any medical conditions: Allergies managed with a strict diet. Also working through some separation anxiety and confidence-building with continued force-free training.
Neutered: Yes (spayed)
Chip: Yes
Temperament: Sweet, affectionate, goofy, loyal, playful, and very loving once she trusts you. Luna can initially be nervous around some new people (especially certain men) and does best with patient introductions and continued positive reinforcement training. She bonds deeply with her people and loves being part of the family.
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Enjoys: Belly rubs, sunbathing, toys, car rides, the beach, cuddling, rolling on her back, lounging like a couch potato, and playing with other dogs.
Potty trained?: Yes
Coat: Short coat
Eyes: Brown
Get along with dogs? Yes — very dog friendly and enjoys playful dogs, but can also do well as the only dog.
Good with cats? Unknown. She has a high prey drive, so a cat-free home is preferred unless properly tested.
Good with kids? Yes — has done very well with children, including toddlers and young kids.
How long have you had the pet for? Approximately 7 months in foster care.
Reason for rehoming? Luna was rescued from an urgent euthanasia list after being abandoned tied outside a gas station shortly after giving birth to puppies. She is currently safe in foster care through Hospitality Helping Hands Rescue and is looking for a committed forever home that will continue her training and give her the stability and love she deserves.
If interested contact Beige at 561-707-9976
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
14. COURTESY POST: Honey
Name: Honey
Breed: Labrador Mix
Age: Around 6 years old
Vaccines: Up to date
Any medical conditions: Separation anxiety
Neutered: Spayed
Chip: No chip
Temperament: Very loving, affectionate, and energetic. She loves being around people, giving kisses, and getting attention. She behaves very well when someone is home with her, but she gets anxious when left alone and can become stressed.
Enjoys: Walks, playing, being around people, cuddling, and getting attention
Potty trained?: Yes
Coat: Short tan coat
Eyes: Brown
Get along with dogs?: No, she can react negatively toward other dogs and would do best as the only pet.
Good with cats?: Unknown
Good with kids?: Yes, she is friendly with people and kids.
How long have you had the pet for?: Around 2 months.
Read more about COURTESY POST: Honey
I adopted her on February 27, 2026.
Reason for rehoming?: Unfortunately, due to my work schedule and travel, I no longer have the support or financial ability needed to properly care for her. I also do not have anyone available to help watch her when I am away, and I want to find her a stable and loving home where she can receive the time and attention she deserves.
If interested contact Frank at 305-562-6565
- Good with kids
- Only dog
- House-trained
15. COURTESY POST: Qi'ra
Name: Qi'ra
Breed: Lab / Italian Greyhound / Bulldog Mix
Coloring: Brindle
Age: 3 years old
Weight: 30 lbs
Vaccines: Up to date on vaccines
Any medical conditions: None known
Neutered: Yes
Chip: Yes
Temperament: Qi'ra is very loving with people and her family. She is energetic, affectionate, playful, loyal, and loves attention and cuddles. She would do best with an experienced owner who understands dog introductions and boundaries with smaller animals.
Enjoys: Being around people, playing, cuddling with family, attention, outdoor time, and relaxing near her humans
Potty trained?: Yes
Coat: Short coat
Eyes: Brown
Get along with dogs?
Qi'ra does well with dogs her size or larger. She no longer gets along with small dogs and is not always aware of her own size and strength during interactions.
Good with cats?
No.
Good with kids?
Yes, but we recommend children over 8 years old. No infants or toddlers.
How long have you had the pet for?
Since she was a puppy, about 3 years.
Reason for rehoming?
Qi'ra needs a home that is a better fit for her long-term success. We have smaller dogs in the home, and after a lot of effort, supervision, and management, we feel she would thrive best in an environment without small animals. This is an extremely difficult decision because she is very loved, and our goal is finding her the safest and happiest home possible.
Read more about COURTESY POST: Qi'ra
If interested contact Tanya at 305-998-6806
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- No cats
- House-trained
16. COURTESY POST: Sky & Elsa
Name: Sky (Tan) & Elsa (Black & White)
Breed: HuskyAge: Est. 5yrsVaccines: UTD
Any medical conditions: NoneNeutered: NoChip: NoTemperament: Sweet and playfulPotty trained?: YesEyes: Blue
Get along with dogs? Yes
Good with cats? Unknown
Good with kids? Yes
How long have you had the pet for? Since they were 3 months old
Reason for rehoming? Reason for rehoming is that I'm moving
If interested contact Yiliam at 786-973-6466
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
- Adopt together
17. COURTESY POST: Bruno
Name: Bruno
Breed: Border Collie- Welsh Corgi MixAge: 4 Vaccines: Bordella oral 6 month vaccine (3/26), Simparica (6/08/24), 5/26 SNAP HWT in house, Distemper (Da2pp) vaccine, 5/10/26 Rabies vaccination
Any medical conditions: NoNeutered: YesChip: YesTemperament: Barks on walks and passerbyEnjoys: running, fetchPotty trained?: YesCoat: Black, white and brownEyes: black
Get along with dogs? Larger dogs
Good with cats? No
Good with kids? is able to handle manhandling by kids
How long have you had the pet for? 4 years
Reason for rehoming? Child has chronic migraines and is unable to handle the barking
Read more about COURTESY POST: Bruno
If interested contact Michelle at 305-495-7394
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- No cats
- House-trained
Adopting a dog with children in Tamiami
Bring the whole family to meet the dog before you adopt, and ask the rescue how the dog behaves around children your kids' ages.
Teach children to let the dog come to them, to stroke gently, and to leave the dog alone while it's eating or sleeping. Give the dog a bed or crate of their own to retreat to, and always supervise young children with a new dog.
Relaxed adult dogs are often a better match for young children than puppies, which jump up, nip and chew while they learn.
Rescues with kid-friendly dogs near Tamiami
- Paws 4 You RescueMiami, FL · 17 kid-friendly dogs above
Questions about adopting kid-friendly dogs in Tamiami
How many kid-friendly dogs are up for adoption in Tamiami?
As of November 4, 2026, rescues and shelters within 25 miles of Tamiami, Florida, have 17 kid-friendly dogs up for adoption. The list is updated every day.
Where can I adopt a kid-friendly dog in Tamiami?
The rescues with the most kid-friendly dogs near Tamiami right now are Paws 4 You Rescue (Miami, FL). Each dog above has the rescue's phone number and website.
What kind of dog is best with kids?
A calm, patient dog that the rescue has seen around children. Adult dogs are often easier than puppies with young kids, since their personalities are known and they play less roughly.
Listings are updated daily. Rescues are responsible for their own listings; a dog may have been adopted since this page was updated.