[joeysteele]

I have a Staffie, he adores children and I know for sure the only thing he would do is lick them.
However, I always at any time even on the harness and lead, say to anyone who comes near and especially Children, not to touch him.
I do that for not only their protection but his also.

With my younger Nephews and Nieces,if they are all around him,he plays a while then slinks off into a corner, head goes between his paws and he sighs.

It is Children's instincts to go towards Dogs and animals generally, Dogs don't always know if its friend or foe walking up to them though, Adults should make sure their Children don't just run up to Dogs,even when they are on a lead.