Tuesday, October 30, 2012

Choosing the Right Dog

By Allyson Westcot


Odds are good that there are certain dog breeds that you like. Many individuals fall in love with a breed and choose that sort of dog when they want a new pet or a rescue dog. But there are many more things to consider when getting a new dog than breed and appearance. That favourite breed might possibly not be the proper one for your home or lifestyle.

When choosing a new dog, you'll no doubt be won over by the individual dog's character. But it is a superb idea to understand your limits prior to starting looking. Decide on the age of the dog you need, the size that's best for you and the temperament and energy level before you start looking. This will help make sure you get a dog that's truly compatible with you.

Everybody loves cute puppies, but there are a few advantages to adopting an older dog, as well. Puppies are high-energy and high upkeep. They have never walked with a dog leash or been trained, and will take a great deal of time to teach these things. Older dogs have most likely been walked with a dog harness, they may be potty-trained and they might have already lost all the bad habits that will form in puppies like barking and chewing. Click here for a variety of harnesses and products to help train your dog.

There's also the possibility an older dog never learned these things, but in spite of the common belief that older dogs can't learn new tricks, they're frequently much easier to train. They'd like to please you, and are commonly so happy to have a home that they settle in very easily. If you live a high-energy way of life, a puppy or young dog could be best. If you lead a rather more sedentary life, it could be simpler to adjust with an older dog.

Size is also important. If you live in a tiny residence or an especially restricted living space, a Great Dane probably isn't the very best choice. In a heavy traffic household, a toy dog might actually be prone to getting stepped on. Think of these problems when choosing a dog.




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