Choosing the Right Breed of Dog For You

Choosing the right dog isn't like choosing a car or another product. Remember that you are selecting a living being, and one that will be with you for a very long time. Too many times people choose the wrong type of dog, a dog that ultimately ends up as an outcast because of a clashing personality. To avoid this, you will want to learn the personalities of the major breeds. So what we re going to do is go over a few of the more popular breeds so that you ll get a better idea of what you re looking for.

Dalmatian: This is one of the most popular breeds, having risen to stardom as a result of 101 Dalmatians. They are short haired, though they will shed quite a bit. If you think you can handle this, then you might have picked a winner.

There is more to them than hair of course. They have a very energetic personality; one that many people may not find agreeable. If you have toddlers, then this might not be the best choice as they could be injured by this type of dog. Due to their near boundless energy, they do need regular walks and expanses to run around with; so not ideal if your home is empty throughout the day.

Doberman: Though many people believe the Doberman to be a dangerous animal, it is actually quite gentle so long as it is treated right. Keep in mind that this type of dog does not like to be left for hours at a time. If you have a job that requires you to work many hours, then this might not be the dog for you.

Alaskan Malamute: You've probably seen these at some point or another. Either in a movie or in real life, but these are typically known as sled dogs. They can be obedient when it comes down to it, but they usually know when it s okay to act up. Remember that you will need to take the role of pack leader with this type of dog, and you will need to be able to provide it plenty of exercise.

Beagle: The beagle is an adorable breed of dog, but you need to remember that they can get quite curious. Essentially you will need to spend a lot of time with them, and have a backyard that is fenced off and fully beagle proof.

Bearded Collie: This is a long haired dog that is very friendly, and very loving. You will have a long time companion if you choose to go with this dog, but make sure you have plenty of time to commit to its care. Also make sure that you have a vacuum cleaner handy to take care of the shedding!

These are a few of the different breeds, and as you can see they are all quite different. The one thing that it always comes down to however, is attention. You need to provide any dog with a lot of attention, and make sure that it knows it is loved. Doing this is vital to a dog s health, after all, dogs can become depressed just like humans. Choose your dog wisely!