Small Dog Breeds For Sale And What To Look For

In life there are two types of dog lovers. There are those that love spending their spare time with medium to large dogs and there are those that want nothing more than a cute little bundle of joy that will curl up on their lap and smother them with love. Regardless of the actual breed of dog, when it comes to the more petite furry creatures there are some things that one must look for in order to be able ensure that their new pride and joy makes them happy and is happy.

The most obvious thing that you must look for is that the temperament of the breed is suitable for the intended purpose and lifestyle to which you are accustomed. This will of course govern which small dog breed for sale that you will purchase. For example do you live an active life where a corgi, daschund or terrier would benefit from? Or would you rather a Chinese Crested Dog, King Charles spaniel, Pug or Shih Tzu that will smother you with affection and loyalty? Do you have small children around that may be injured by a well-known snappy breed? Can you afford to spend time or money to pay for someone else to groom and maintain the longer haired varieties such as Maltese terriers? These are all important things to think about when looking for your ideal small dog breed.

The next aspect that you will have to look for is value for money. This also ties in with where you will purchase your dog. A pet shop may be less expensive than a breeder but more often than not, the breeder can give extensive background on the pedigree including papers. This bigger initial outlay may save you money in the long run as there is less chance that ongoing medical problems should occur. Finding a reputable breeder however, just like your dog choice, requires extensive research.

Small dog breeds for sale tend to live longer than the larger varieties but some also come with common health complaints associated with their breed. These include: dysplasia, although often only thought to affect larger breeds, brachiocephalic problems, or breathing problems, especially relevant to flat faced breeds and teeth and gum ailments resulting in tooth loss. More petite breeds also have smaller and therefore more fragile bones that are more worrisome due of ease of breaking. Hence looking for small dog breeds that are less prone to such health concerns is essential. If you choose to purchase one that falls into these categories then vigilance is a must.

When purchasing the dog from the desired breed ensure that it is free from visible problems such as a runny nose, ears and eyes and skin irritations. It should be the playful one that while is not overbearing and snappy, does not shy away either. Careful forethought will lead to happiness all round for many years to come.