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Things you need to consider before adopting a new dog

By: jeffrey eugenio

Knowing information about the dog that we desire can help us a lot in deciding on whether or not to get that dog. The differences in behavior and personality among dog breeds can be compared to differences in people. Finding the perfect match between the dog type with the holder or family is the key to success in bringing a dog into your residence.

There are a lot of varieties that are naturally introduced to the dog world and also those produced purposely by breeding 2 different dogs, like Labradoodle (cross breed between a Labrador Retriever and a Poodle).

The obvious question to ask yourself is, what dog type you can take care. Having a property with a large enclosure is plenty of room for a big dog type to run around.

Do you want a dog type that is sturdy, yet cuddly and good with your kids? Are you considering of getting a guard dog for your home or business? Do you want to have a show dog especially for competitions?

Or do you just want to have a faithful companion, petite enough to have in your house and calm enough to sit with your children and play? These are some concerns to think about as you search for the perfect type of dog.

Are you living by yourself in your house? Single person who works long hours you need to choose a dog breed that can handle with many alone time indoors – maybe dogs that enjoy dog toys and can also entertains himself.

If you live with small kids a medium to large-size dog is a good choice since this type of pet dog is gentle by nature as well as tolerant with kids. Your kids might think that a pet is like a toy – your kids don't understand it's a living; breathing creatures that can get hurt and become aggressive by rough housing.

There are breeds that are not patient with the bad behavior of your small kids, but would be great with older children. A perfect choice of dog for older people is a breed that’s calm.

Dogs can also be divided into 2 important groups - those that shed and also those that don't. Dog shedding is a big problem of dog owners. Dog fur clings to furniture, clothing and your guests who sit anywhere in the house. Although short haired dogs may appear easier to groom but they can shed, too. Shedding can be divided into barely sheds, seasonal only shedding and the last one is constant shedding.

Another important issue to consider is the size of the dog. Smaller dogs weigh less than 10 pounds, medium dogs weigh 11-25 pounds, large dogs weigh 26-50 pounds and extra large dogs weight 51-80 pounds. There are also extremely huge dogs like Mastiffs and St. Bernard that can reach up to 100-180 pounds. Now you see why size is also a big factor in picking the right dog for your family.

Can your furniture stand that much dog? When you are picking a dog breed always remember to make your choice based on the size the dog breed will grow to as an adult dog and not on the look of the puppy.

Big dogs are also big eaters. If you bring home a Mastiff, you may need a second work just to pay for the dog health care.

Your dog’s health care is another thing to consider. There are dog breed that need extra care than others. Dogs like poodles or show dogs may spend a little more time in grooming centers than you do. An ordinary breed may need weekly grooming to keep their furs well maintained. You should always research about the dog breed that you are eyeing for. Check the dog’s character, size, and also grooming requirements before you make any decision. Researching those important information will surely save you a lot of time and avoid any problem in taking care of the dog. It's only fair to the dog you choose that you be prepared to care for its basic needs, plus provide the love and attention that only you and your family can give.

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