​7 giant dog breeds that are gentle and friendly with kids​

​There's a common assumption that bigger dogs mean bigger risk around children, but ask anyone who's actually owned one of the classic "gentle giant" breeds, and they'll tell you the opposite is often true. Many of the largest dog breeds in the world carry a calm, patient temperament that makes them surprisingly good with kids, often more tolerant of tail-pulling and rough play than smaller, more high-strung breeds. That said, giant breeds do come with real considerations, from space and food costs to how well certain coats handle Indian heat. Here are seven giant breeds known for being gen...