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Choosing a Dog that’s Right for You.

A dog is a dog right? No! Choosing a dog that suits you and your families needs and lifestyle is imporant. Look at some of the dog breeds listed below and learn all you can about the breed.

Things To Think About.

  • Will it be a small or large one?
  • A male a female?
  • A cuddly one, or a rough and ready type?
  • A pure breed or a mixed breed?


How much room do you have? A big back yard, you can choose one that needs space to run. A small apartment, maybe you should stick to one of the toy breeds; but trust me, exercise needs are not based soley on size.

There are many small/medium size dogs that need lots of run around room. My Chihuahuas are good examples, they may be the smallest breed, but, boy are they fast and they truly love to run!

Choosing a dog breed that is a true companion animal. They definately don't like being left alone, and will whine and cry, even if its only for short periods of time. They have voracious appetites for attention!

I work with a dog in my lap everyday and sometimes more than 1 (glad they're small)!

Are you into competition?

Chihuahua running agility Golden Retriever on Agility Course

Are you a competive type? How about choosing a dog for Agility competitions. These are awesome events for both owner and dog.




Showing a Yorkshire Terrier
Maybe you're competive but prefer the more docile type, like a Show Dog. Here is a Yorkshire Terrier being shown, another form of competition enjoyed by both owner and dog. Too much work for me! But, this may be just what you're into.

DOGSHOWS 101 the E-Book will give you :

  • Tips on entering the Show ...
  • Tips on the world of A.K.C. dogshows, what to look for and where ...
  • Tips on classes, points,the Group Ring and HOW TO GET THERE ...
  • Tips on everything from baiting and stacking to gaiting and crating...
In an easy-to-understand PDF download, DOGSHOWS 101 walks you through the steps to becoming a successhul and happy dog show exhibitor instead of a frustrated and disappointed one.
If this sounds like something you'd like to do,Download DOGSHOWS 101 Here!

Choose a dog that fits your interests. Choose a dog with care, read Children and Puppies.

Some Popular Dog Breeds

American Eskimo Dog Although not listed in the top favorites, I've included one of my own top favorites

The American Eskimo Dog

Yorkshire Terrier Yorkshire Terrier Golden Retriever Golden Retriever
German Shepherd German Shepherd Long Hair Chihuahua Chihuahua
Bull Dog Bulldog

English Bulldog Nation - offers great information

Boston Terrier Boston Terrier

Bishon Frise Puppy The Bichon Frise is another popular breed, it's a hypoallergenic dog and great for allergy sufferers. Read about them at: www.all-about-bichon-frises.com



If you're considering a Toy breed you may enjoy reading about and seeing pictures of 6 of the Small Breed Dogs, including the Papillon, Maltese and the Shih Tzu

A site worth visiting is www.dogster.com filled with information for dog lovers.

Choosing a dog is a lifetime decision.

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