Thursday, May 28, 2009

That Dog Is So Pretty Nevertheless Is It Right For You?

By Mike Jones

Choosing a dog to become your family's pet may seem like an easy task. There are so many dogs that you can pick from whether you go to the shelter to adopt or you get in touch with a breeder. The actuality is that unless you adopt a adult dog you will need to do some research for the reason that every single puppy in the world is unquestionably adorable and it is too easy to fall in love with a puppy.

But puppies grow up to be mature dogs and the adult dog is the one who is going to be your pet for many years to come. You need to ponder about what you are looking for in a dog and make sure that the breed that you decide on fits those needs and wants.

Take into account any restrictions that you may have. If you live in a smaller cottage or an apartment a large dog will probably not be content at your house. Another thing to consider about is how much time you spend away from home at work or school or whatever. Some dogs need a great deal of company and if you are away much of the time your dog will not be content either.

Take the time to hear about the different breeds of dogs that interest you. The breed of the dog will often be an clue of the personality and character of your pet. There are breeds that characteristically become one-owner dogs and they will pick their beloved person in the house, while other breeds are lovable to everybody in the family. Things like that are crucial to consider.

Contemplate whether you want a purebred dog or a mixed breed. A mixed breed or "mutt" as they are universally referred to often have strong healthiness and they make excellent pets. One thing about a purebred is that you will know in advance about the personality of the breed and any potential health concerns.

You may also want to consider a "designer hybrid". There are numerous wonderful designer hybrids like the Puggle, which is a cross between a pug and a poodle or a Cogol, which is cross between a cocker spaniel and a golden retriever and of course, there are numerous others and they all have comical names. The designer dogs are bred between a purebred of one breed and another purebred from a different breed.

No matter what type of dog you get the personality of the dog is probably the most important consideration. Will the dog become a part of your family? If your family is young and rowdy you will almost certainly want a playful and active dog but if you family is more laid back you will want to get a dog more like that.

Whether you go to the shelter and adopt or contact a breeder you want to get a dog that will fit your family's traits and everyday life. Getting a dog is a commitment and you want to give it enough contemplation so that both you and your dog are content for many years to come.

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