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Dog Breeds: How To Choose The Perfect Dog Breed For You!
If choosing dog is such a straight forward process, and it is,
how come so many puppies find their way into adoption centres
every year? Well one reason is that people choose the wrong dog
breed.
Don’t let your puppy become a statistic. Make it your goal to
choose a puppy suited to your family and circumstances. Think
about your previous experience of owning a dog and the amount of
time you have for training, grooming and exercising. Look at
your health including possible allergies, your financial
resources and the amount of space in your house and yard. Most
of all work out how much time you have for a dog.
Of all the different factors in choosing a the right dog breed,
among the most important is the relationship you want with your
dog. Some breeds by nature are rather aloof and elegant, others
are independent and energetic while others are dependent or
submissive. If you want to do specialized training, consider
breeds known for courage and trainability. If you want an
affectionate pet, choose a breed that typically likes to be
close to its people.
To ensure that your puppy fits in with your lifestyle begin by
asking yourself these questions:
a) How much time can I spend with my dog, a social creature who
craves companionship? – If your time is limited don’t get a
breed which can become dependent on their owners.
b) How much exercise can I give my dog? – If you hate exercise,
buy a small dog happy with a short walk. If you like to walk the
mountains all day long get a dog breed which likes a lot of
exercise.
c) How much grooming can I do? – If you hate grooming, buy a
short-haired dog.
d) How much training can I give? – If you have limited time,
choose a breed known for ease of training.
e) How much room do I have? – If you live in a small apartment
don’t get a large dog!
f) What characteristics do I want in my dog? – Think of words
like independent, energetic, submissive, affectionate,
protective, quiet, funny or sociable. Try to match them to the
characteristics of your family members. Your dog will fit in
much better if you do.
Finding The Right Dog Breed
Once you have answered these questions it is time to go out and
find the right dog breed for you. The internet is a great place
to start. Just go to your favourite search engine and type in
something like “dog breed information” or “dog breeds” and you
will find some excellent sites giving detailed information about
each breed.
Note the characteristics of the different breeds. What is best
for your situation: large or small, male or female, purebred or
mix? Short coat or shaggy coat? A dog needing lots or little
exercise? A lot or little daily grooming? Think through your
choices in detail and compare this information to your
requirements and make a short list.
Next ask people you trust about the dog breeds you are
interested in. Ask friends, family members and co-workers for
suggestions of dog breeds they think would be good for you and
your family. Ask them to be honest about the good points and bad
points of the breeds they suggest. Visit dog training schools
and breeders and ask about the dogs your think may be suitable.
Follow up on and meet the breeds you feel are a good match.
Finally make every effort when choosing a puppy to make your
final choice of a dog breed a family decision. Your dog will be
part of the family, and each member needs to feel a sense of
ownership for the dog and a willingness to help in its care.
So there you have it a short guide to choosing a puppy that will
fit into your family perfectly and bring years of fun and
happiness
About the Author
Richard Cussons is a dog lover with a passion for helping people
with their dogs. You can find out more about puppy training and care at his site
http://www.all-about-puppies.com.
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