Which breed of dog is best for you?
What kind of dogs are you looking for? A family pet or a calm, tolerant and easy-care dog for a single or working couple? Just as everyone is an individual, with a different and unique personality, dogs are also different. Not only do dogs have their own personalities, but each dog breed has specific traits that are often very different from other dog breeds.
Before going into detail about the different types of dogs, it is important that you understand one point. Buying a dog is a commitment. They are not like guppies, you cannot forget to feed them and then flush them down the toilet when they die from lack of care. They are not independent. They need regular grooming and must have training if they are to be pleasant to be around. They become insecure and develop behavioral problems if they are not properly trained and cared for. They need shots and have medical needs from time to time. They poop in the yard and chew on things they shouldn’t. Puppies need a lot of care and training and they chew on things a lot: they chew on shoes, table legs, sponges, children’s stuffed animals, loose pipes, laptop cords, extension cords, hairbrushes and pens.
Are you ready for that kind of commitment? If you’re not, then don’t get a puppy. Get a guppi, a turtle, a bird or even a cat. But don’t get a dog. Please.
Having said all this, I want to remind you that dogs are man’s best friends. They are always happy to see you when you come home and never complain about what a difficult day they have had. They are loyal, trainable, and will defend you to the death (well, some breeds will). They accept you as you are, they never tell you you’re getting fat or scold you for smoking or having an extra martini. They can be the most devoted, loyal and self-sacrificing pet you will ever own. They try to comfort you when you are sad and get emotional with you when you are happy. Those are some of the reasons why they have earned the title of “Man’s Best Friend”.
Tip #1: All puppies are cute. All puppies look quite similar when they are born in their first month or so. Their tails wag, their ears are cute, they roll, jump, lick, and pretend to be ferocious. There is not much difference in appearance between the Rotweiller and the Beagle. But you know what? When they mature, they are very different dogs in size, temperament, and traits. Don’t base your decision of which type of puppy to choose on how cute they look as puppies. They ALL look cute!
Tip #2: Size matters. All puppies are quite small when they are born and do not grow much for the first month or so. Know how much the dog you are looking at will grow. How tall? How many kilos will an adult dog weigh? How much food will a dog that size eat? What size yard will you need for that size of dog? Important issues.
Tip #3: Indoor dog or outdoor dog? All dogs can be indoor dogs, yes, even the Great Dane (although be sure to put away all your valuable vases). But small dogs do better inside. You know the ones I’m talking about, they’re a bit bigger than a cat and they love to wear doggie clothes. That’s not to say you can’t have your Golden Retriever inside, they’ll probably love laying at your feet when you’re curled up reading your book (they’re devoted!) but they won’t be happy living inside all the time. weather. He will be happy with a large garden and plenty of exercise. If he gets bored, he’ll trash your apartment. believe me. (Yes, I have a Golden Retriever. I know what I’m talking about. You don’t want a boring, restrained Retriever. Trust me.)
Tip #4: Family dogs like to be around children. Some breeds can be a bit more snappy or snappy. No blanket statement can be made about what type of dog gets along well with children. My sister had a Doberman and her little girl used to lie down and drink her bottle with her head resting on the Doberman’. But generally speaking, the happiest and most social type of dog gets along better with young children. Retrievers, for example, are real dogs, they hate being left alone. The more children, the better as far as they are concerned. Labradors and Cocker Spaniels are also good with children.
Tip #5: Noisy dogs don’t make good pets for city dwellers: Beagles are usually great with kids but…and that’s a big but…they howl. It’s not a bark, it’s a howl and they love to howl at the moon, or at the barking of other dogs. They are noisy and that can be quite annoying to your neighbors. The more excitable breeds tend to bark or bark much more. If it’s a small dog with a small bark and it stays inside, it won’t bother the neighbors. If you’re a cantankerous German Shepherd who barks at every bike, child, car, cat, dog, and person that passes your front door and is outside most of the day and night, you may not be very popular with your family. neighborhood.
Bottom line, before deciding on a breed, take a look online, research as much as you can about the dog’s breed traits, talk to people who own that type of dog, and make sure it fits your situation. . Many dogs end up abandoned on the street or sent to a dog shelter because someone didn’t make sure they were the right dog for their situation. Don’t make that mistake. Do your research, learn as much as you can, and make an educated and informed decision.