Things to know before adopting new dogs

Knowing information about the dog that we want can help us a lot in deciding on whether or not to get that dog. The variations in nature and character among dog breeds can be as diverse as the differences in people. Finding the right match between the dog breed and the holder or family is the key to success in bringing a dog into your residence.

There are many breeds that are naturally introduced to the dog world along with those created explicitly by cross-breeding, like Labradoodle which is a cross breed between a Labrador Retriever and a Poodle.

The obvious question to ask your family is, what dog size your family can have. Having a huge garden can be enough room for a big dog type to run and also play.

Do you wish for a dog breed that is sturdy, yet cute and good with your kids? Are you hoping of getting a guard dog for your home? Do you want to develop a show dog to enter competitions?

Or do you just want to own a faithful companion, petite enough to be calm in an apartment and calm enough to sit with your family and play? These are some concerns you need to think about as you hunt for the right type of dog.

Are you living alone in your home? Single person who works long hours then choose a breed of pet that can deal with many time alone at home ?perhaps dog breed that enjoy toys and entertains himself.

If you live with small children a medium to large-size pet dog is more appropriate because this type of dog is generally gentle by nature and also tolerant with children. For small children, their dog is like a toy ?they don't understand that dogs are living; breathing creatures that can get hurt and become aggressive by rough housing.

There are also dog breeds that are not patient with the bad and aggressive of small children, but would be great with grown-up kids. A good dog for older people is a breed that doesn抰 need that much maintenance.

Dogs can also be divided into 2 important groups - those that shed and those that don't. Shedding is a huge complaint of people who have dogs. Dog fur clings to furniture, clothing and people who sit anywhere in the house. Although short haired dogs may seem easier to groom but they too can shed. Shedding can be divided 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 huge dogs that can reach up to 100-180 pounds. Now you see why size is also a big factor in choosing a dog that is suited for you and your family.

Do you think your furniture can take that much dog? In choosing a dog breed always bear in mind to decide based on the size the dog breed will grow to as an adult dog and not on the appearance of the puppy.

Big dogs are also big eaters. If you bring home a large dog like a Mastiff, you may need a second occupation just to pay for the dog food.

Health care is another thing to consider. Some breeds 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 coats well maintained. Take time to research about the dog breed that you want. Check the breed抯 character, size, and grooming requirements before you make a choice. 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 ready for the dog抯 basic needs, plus provide the love and attention that only you can give.