Choosing a Dog
Ownership of a dog is a serious undertaking. It requires a long-term commitment, keeping in mind that some breeds, the Miniature Poodle for instance, may live for 17 years is the average canine lifespan, during which time the dog must be fed, exercised, and groomed, receive veterinary attention for accidents and illnesses, and be taken into consideration whenever iits owner is planning to be away from home for more than a matter of hours.
First, it is important that the decision to buy a dog has the approval of both partners; likewise with the choice of breed. Second, never buy a dog on face value. Always check whether its abilities, temperament, and requirements are suitable for the role that you have in mind, and your circumstances. For instance, you may live in an apartment or in a house, in the town or in the country, and your choice of breed should take this into account. In the case of a large, powerful breed and/or your partner have the physical strength to control it. By now you will have realized that the study of the canine groups helps the dog buyer to narrow down the choice to breeds that fall within the most suitable category.
First, it is important that the decision to buy a dog has the approval of both partners; likewise with the choice of breed. Second, never buy a dog on face value. Always check whether its abilities, temperament, and requirements are suitable for the role that you have in mind, and your circumstances. For instance, you may live in an apartment or in a house, in the town or in the country, and your choice of breed should take this into account. In the case of a large, powerful breed and/or your partner have the physical strength to control it. By now you will have realized that the study of the canine groups helps the dog buyer to narrow down the choice to breeds that fall within the most suitable category.