Things You Should Consider Before Adopting A New Dog

We all know that information about the dog that we want can help us a lot in making the right decision on whether or not to get that dog. The variations in behavior and personality among dog types can be compared to dissimilarities in people. Knowing the right match between the dog type and the holder or family is the key to success in taking a dog into your house.

There are numerous races that are naturally introduced to the dog world along with those produced specifically by breeding two different dogs, such as a Labradoodle which is a cross breed between a Labrador Retriever and a Poodle.

The obvious question to ask yourself is, what dog size your family can handle. Having a large garden is adequate room for a large dog to play around.

Do you want a dog that is strong, yet cute and good with your children? Are you thinking of getting a guard dog for your home or business? Do you want to have a show dog especially for competitions?

Maybe you just want to own a faithful companion, tiny enough to be comfy in an apartment and calm enough to sit with his head on your lap in the evening? These are some concerns you should think about as you look for the right type of dog.

Are you living by yourself in your home? If you are the type of person who works long hours you should choose a type of pet that can handle with many time alone at home � maybe pet dog that enjoy toys and entertains himself.

If you live with little children a medium to large-size pet dog is better since it is gentle by nature and also patient with children. For them, a dog is like a toy � your kids don't understand that dogs are living; breathing being that can get hurt by rough housing.

There are dog breeds that will not tolerate the bad behavior of small children, but would be great with older children. A perfect choice of dog for older adults is a breed that needs to be low maintenance, calm and also undemanding.

Another two categories of dogs are those that shed a lot and also those that don't. Shedding is a huge trouble of people who have dogs. Dog fur clings to furniture, clothing as well as people who sit anywhere in the house. Do not be fooled by short haired dogs because they too can shed. Shedding can be grouped into barely sheds, seasonal only shedding or constant shedding.

Height and weight are considered when it comes to dog size. Smaller dogs weigh less than 10 pounds, medium dogs weigh 11-25 pounds, large dogs weigh 26-50 pounds and extra large dogs weight 51-80 pounds. There are also extremely large dog breeds like Mastiffs and St. Bernard that can reach up to 100-180 pounds. Now you see why size is also a big factor in choosing the best dog for your family.

Do you think your furniture can take a large dog? When you are choosing a dog always remember to base your decision on the size the dog will grow to as an adult dog and not on the look of the puppy.

Do not forget that big dogs are also big eaters. If you bring home a large dog, you may need a second career just to pay for the dog food and health care.

Health care is another thing to consider. Some dogs require extra grooming and care than others. Dogs like poodles or show dogs may spend a little more time in grooming centers than you do. An ordinary dog may need weekly grooming to keep their furs from tangles and to maintain good physical health. Do not forget to research about the dog that you are eyeing for. Check the dog’s character, size, and also grooming requirements before you make any decision. Researching those important information will surely save you a lot of time and avoid any problem in taking care of the dog. It's only fair to the dog you want that you be prepared to care for its basic needs, plus give the love and attention that only you and your family can give.