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Choosing A Dog Breed -
The Questions You Have To Ask
Choosing a dog breed can be difficult
when you are not sure what kind of dog you want to
get.
Choosing a
dog breed can be difficult when you are not sure what
kind of dog you want to get.
Every
household is different. What might work for some, may not
work for others.
It's
important to ask yourself a few questions before you
decide on one.
What about the size of the
dog? In most cases (although not always),
the bigger the dog, the more room its going to need. So if you
have a small home or apartment, there may not be enough room
for the dog to roam around. Although small dogs are more
perfectly suited for the smaller home.
Shedding
-Let's face facts. Shedding
is something you are going to have to deal with no matter what
dog you choose. Obviously certain dogs will shed more than
others. But you have to be prepared for it. If you are going to
get a sheepdog or a golden retriever, you better the get broom
prepared, because you are going to be using it
everyday.
Suitable for Children
-Certain dogs just
have a natural chemistry with children. It's important
that you pick a breed that is very sociable and easy to
get along with.
Living With Other Pets - If you've already got some other pets
in your home, like a cat or even another dog, then you are
going to want to choose a dog breed that will naturally
co-exist well with other animals.
High strung or Lounge
Lizard -
Different dogs have different energy levels. Depending on
what you are looking for, you will have to decide what
works best for you. Do you want an active dog that has a
lot of energy or do you want a dog, that likes to lounge
around and is good at keeping you
company.
How much can you afford to
pay? - Purebreds are not cheap, and you
better be prepared to pay top dollar. Obviously the more common
the breed, the less expensive it's going to be. For example
labs will be cheaper than Great Danes, because there are more
dog owners breeding them.
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