Choosing The Right Dog - The Secret to Making a Wise Choice

By : Steven Ross
Have you been thinking about adding a dog to the family? Without a doubt, a new and cute puppy will provide you and your family with lots of fun.

But as we all know, little puppies grow into big dogs. Therefore, it is critically important that we never rushed into taking a puppy home but we consider several factors before choosing a dog.

So, the purpose of this article is to review some of the most important things you need to consider before choosing a dog.

Now of course, not all dogs are the same. They come in different sizes, different shapes, different amounts of energy, and require different amounts of attention from their owners.

Some dogs are passive while other dogs are more aggressive by nature. Perhaps most importantly, some dogs are good with children and some are not.

This is one of the most important criteria that you should consider before choosing a dog. Do you have children in the family? Then, you must think carefully about what dog to choose. Don't just choose what your children want. Many children see the movie 101 Dalmatians, and immediately want a Dalmatian puppy.

Everything was perfect while the puppy was small, but once the Dalmatian began to grow-up, the kids and the parents soon realized that most Dalmatians are not the right type of dog for a kid. They are great dogs and they make great pets but they have too much energy and can be too aggressive for children.

Sadly, when parents realized their mistake, a great majority of the Dalmatians were turned into Animal Rescue Shelters. Don't let something like this happen to you. If you have children, you have to carefully research the type of dog you bring into your family.

Why not start by thinking about what the dog will grow into? Don't just fall in love with the cute little puppy and immediately take it home. Ask yourself important questions like... How big will the dog get? How energetic is the dog? How territorial is this breed of dog?

What are your wants, needs, desires, and housing situation? Do you live in a big house or a small apartment? Why would you ever consider a puppy that would grow into a large dog if you live in a very small home?

Also, if you live-in the city you probably won't want to have a dog with too much energy. Unless you have plenty of time and space (parks and dog parks) to play with and walk with the dog, a more active type of dog simply won't fit your lifestyle.

Lastly, let us remember that being a responsible dog owner isn't only about fun and games. There is a lot of work involved in training them and giving them the proper attention that they need.

Don't be the type of dog owner of that fails to give the dog enough attention. Do you know what happens when a dog is bored? They find ways to destroy things, for example chewing on your favorite rug and furniture.

In conclusion, you need to do your homework before choosing the correct kind of puppy to bring home. You need to be patients and make sure that your choice is in line with your personal and family's needs. Don't forget to look ahead to what the puppy will grow into. By doing so you can ensure work that your choice for a new puppy will be the right choice for you and your family.

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Author, Steven Ross is a well-known expert in dogs and can guide you to find your ideal pet. For Dog Choosing Advice visit his Dog Choosing Site at Dog Choosing Guide