Know Your Perfect Dog Breeds?

 

Everyone loves to keep a pet at some point in life. For a child who is growing up, this is a good friend they can make and talk to if they have no brothers or sisters yet. Pets can ease loneliness and also help one to have great nurturing skills. No matter what pet you keep, how you bring it up should be your priority.

The most common pet among most people is a dog. Dogs are a man’s best friend because of their loyalty and ability to do exactly as the master wishes. They are very protective and will go to great lengths to protect those they are close to. There are very many dog breeds ranging from the domesticated to the wild. Dogs are kept for different reasons and before you set out to get your dog, you should consider whether you need a hunting dog, a domesticated one or one for sight hound. Different dog breeds have varying strengths. There are breeds that are best for domestic purposes. These always happen to be the beautiful cuddly ones that are not dangerous. Then for sight hound or hunting, big dog breeds that are up to several inches in height are preferred. Such dogs can be vicious and are strong and fast in flight. They end up doing very well in their jobs.

Different people need dogs for various purposes. The police use sniffer dogs for their day to day activities. Whether they are hunting for a thief, guarding an area or in hot pursuit of robbers, dogs accompany them. Dog breeds that are most popular for this purpose include the Rottweiler, German shepherd, and Bullmastiff among others. These dogs are trained to guard well and they exercise. Such expertise makes them a fundamental part of a team. Then there are the dog breeds that are great for sports. The sporting breeds are very versatile and after a couple of months of training, they can get into games e.g. swimming, with ease. Some of the best dog breeds for this include the Chesapeake Bay retriever, a spaniel, and a pointer among others. Dog breeds are quite interesting, considering there are some that are deemed smart. These dogs are not only good at following instructions, but can even form perfect routines for themselves without anyone having to do repeated training on them. They include the Border collie, The Australian cattle dog and even the German shepherd. The German shepherd is one of the most sought after and popular dog breeds due to the fact that they can herd, guard, and are generally very smart.

Some people go out of their way to look for children friendly dog breeds. It may surprise you to know that all dogs are indeed very friendly to children, and it is in very rare cases that you will hear of a child being bitten by a dog. Even Rottweilers are very friendly to children, meaning you can get any dog you want. However, if you want extra precaution, go ahead and get a cocker spaniel or a golden retriever. Not only are they friendly, but they are also very cuddly.