In general, there are three ways to select the family dog:
-Many people choose the family dog based on his experiences with the dogs of the past. They may have a good memory of a dog that was owned by an acquaintance or a family dog belongs to his family when they were children, and that’s it – the selection process is over! That’s certainly one way to do it.
-Another way many people choose a family dog is going to a pet shop or animal shelter and take a walk past the cage, but they are all so special, is almost certain that you’ll fall in love with one of them. This method is as easy as it is much easier when you have your children along, the dogs seem to know how to behave to steal the heart of a child.
-The third method is less poignant, but it is probably the best way of selecting a family dog that is right for your family – it’s called “taking into account all factors.
Considering all the factors
Before deciding on the dog will become a part of your home and your family have several questions to ask yourself and answer honestly:
How long do you have for a dog? Some dogs require a lot of attention – they get very nervous if there is a house with them when they get nervous and usually ends with either a mess to clean up or something chewed or scratched. Some long-haired dogs need daily grooming or beautiful coat will be a mess in just a very short period and one dog each, especially a dog that spends any time in the house, must be bathed, brushed, and have their teeth and ears cleaned about once a week. Each dog also requires a degree of one-on-one attention every day, talk to them, scratch their heads, feed them, walk them and generally treat them like family.
How much space do you have for a dog?
Dogs need space to move and, most importantly, to get the exercise they need to stay healthy. If you have a big house and yard dog will fit in almost any purpose. The larger dogs take up space and eat a lot, also requires plenty of exercise. There are many smaller breeds, however, that are known to “apartment dogs,” these small dogs can do all the exercise they need in a one bedroom apartment – but still have to walk at least twice a day to take care of their biological functions.
Do you have very young children?
Sometimes young children are a little rough with their pets, they’ll want to carry them and squeeze and play dress up and expect the full cooperation of the dog. Some dogs have the temperament of the ‘relaxed’ that allows them to tolerate these things, even some breeds seem to thrive on attention. There are some small breeds, however, are too delicate to be treated like children, as is probable that they handle, some breeds of all sizes that just do not like being picked up and carried around or hugging and other larger dogs have both the patience and temperament for life around the children, but also large enough that could inadvertently injure a small child. Any dog under 7 pounds is not suitable for children under five years. Any dog of 10 pounds and more generally for all ages.
Do you have room in your budget for a dog?
Dogs are like people needs – adding a dog to join your family expenses. Some of these are: the initial purchase of dog vaccines are required by the city or county where you live, personal care needs such as toothbrushes, shampoo, etc, of obedience training is necessary for some dogs, Of course, every dog needs food – the bigger the dog, the bigger the food budget, do not forget the food and water dishes and collars and leashes, and as the dog, not sure to be some of the additional medical expenses. Some medical expenses will be necessary only for the race, for example, large dogs have a tendency to develop hip problems and bone only for its size and some smaller breeds, especially those with short snout and large eyes, develop eye problems and breathing problems.
Are you ready to do some research?
Obviously, “Considering all the factors” method of selecting the pet of the family requires some research. There are many books in the library, many Internet resources, and many experts (breeders, pet store owners, etc.) that can make your selection process easier.
In the end, however, any choice will be a gamble. Every dog is an individual and the “characteristics of the breed” you get from an investigation will only be guidelines. And finally, you can select the family dog by using a selection of methods mentioned above or may have other criteria, but I hope the information presented here has helped you understand that having a dog is something else to buy a dog. Having a dog is a responsibility and commitment.
