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Choosing A Dog Breed That Suits Your Personality

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The majority of people who choose a puppy or dog act on impulse, few maybe lucky and end up with a dog that's just right, one that fits into their life well, is responsive, and easy enough to handle and train. To make an intelligent choice of what kind of dog will fit into your particular life style best you need to know something about the outstanding characteristics of various breeds. The best source for a first dog is a reliable breeder. A good breeder will not only provide you with the choice of healthy, temperamentally sound puppies, but will help you make an intelligent decision regarding your choice of dog. Its in the best interest of any professional breeder to maintain a good reputation and this can only be done by consistently arranging successful pet owner matchings.

Consider a small dog if you live in an apartment or if your house has a small yard. A small dog needs little exercise. A small dog can usually get all the exercise it needs if it has the run of an apartment and is taken for walks outside. Larger dogs need more space. Small dogs eat less. Giant dogs often need as much food as an adult human being and therefore are more expensive to feed. Dogs with short hair usually need little grooming, long-haired dogs need more. Some breeds such as a Poodle will need extensive grooming, especially if the dog participates in shows. Give seriously consideration to the needs of your dog and as a dog owner whether you'll be able to meet those needs

Dogs are highly social animals and they need the company of people, other animals, or both. If you do not have the time to invest in your dog and give it the care and attention it deserves than you should select a pet that is less demanding. Caring for your dog is an essential aspect of dog ownership. After your sure that you can give a dog a good home and the quality care it deserves you should then decide on what kind of dog would be best for you.

There are seven breed groups assigned by the American Kennel Club these descriptions can help you find a breed to go with your personality. Note, that although roughly 400 breeds are recognized world wide the American Kennel club only recognizes 146 breeds that are subdivided into seven groups.

The Sporting Group: consist of four breed types (pointers, retrievers, spaniels and setters) are a breed to aid man in hunting foul (wild birds). Conditioned by nature to retrieve, these dogs can be trained to gather birds from water or field or can stay at home and make excellent companions.

The Hound Group: consist of three breed types (sight hounds, scent hounds and large game hounds). This breed likes following fast moving game, which had made them a big hit in the hunting circles. In addition to their keen noses or sharp eye sight the hound is easy going and at times stoic personality has endeared them as family pets.

The Working Group: This classification needs little explanation. Throughout the ages they have performed specific jobs that have benefited humans. In the Working Group you find sled/draft dogs and estate guarding dogs.

The Herding Group: consist of two types (sheepherders, cattle driving) These dogs are a hard working lot who on most cases work under the direction of a Shepard.

The Terrier Group: consist of two types (vermin hunters and fighting breed). One word comes to mind-determined. Terriers take a bit out of life and don't let go.

Non Sporting Group: Many in this group originally breed for specific work, but because dog work is hard to come by these days these dogs have become companions.

The Toy Group: Many of the breeds in this group are the miniaturized versions of working or hunting dogs. Too small to work these breeds have perfected the art of being adorable. Needing little exercising they are perfect for apartment dwellers and older people. Playful devoted they demand constant affection and attention.

Be aware of your responsibilities as a dog owner. Your dogs overall health and happiness, could very well rest on you and the choice you make. Choose a dog that will suit you, your personality, and your life style best.