Choosing a Breed:Whenever you are choosing a breed, remember that most breeds and groups have an overall personality. For instance, most terriers tend to be active, especially when they are puppies. You will always hear of someone who heard that the breed was supposed to be one way, but his or her dog turned out to be the sweetest thing. Remember, this is the exception and not the rule.To help familiarize yourself with the different breeds, check books out of the library. These can give you the basic summary of what the overall breed is like. Sure, different dogs act different ways, but the traits you will find in books are the general ones that dominate the majority of the breed. Another great place to check is Hoflin.com's breed reviews. It contains breed reviews for almost every breed by their owners. This provides essential information from those who know what it is like to live with the breed. It might be a good idea to talk to a owners of different breeds in person, so long as you know them. Never forget to factor in your own lifestyle when choosing a dog. Besides the obvious, such as you probably should not get a fifty pound dog if you live in an apartment, there are other considerations. Like, if you will need to frequently leave your dog in its crate then a two pound Chihuahua is not for. This is because they can get sugar drop, also called hypoglycemia, which can be fatal. Also consider the climate of your region when choosing a breed. |
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