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AUSTRALIA, Apr 05 — Some of us know with absolute certainty which dog breed we are going to buy. For example, in my family – we are big lovers of the Border Collie, so this will always have our home graced by these handsome beasts. Unfortunately, there is no RSVP dating site for finding your ideal companion so you will need to do a little bit of research on the various breeds before getting down on bended knee. Each has their own talents and limitations just as us humans do
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ome of us know with absolute certainty which dog breed we are going to buy. For example, in my family – we are big lovers of the Border Collie, so this will always have our home graced by these handsome beasts. Unfortunately, there is no RSVP dating site for finding your ideal companion so you will need to do a little bit of research on the various breeds before getting down on bended knee... But what if this is your first dog? How do you possibly go about deciding which of the 400 registered dog breeds is most suitable for you? This article will give you some practical tips on selecting a dog based on their typical characteristics so you can maximise your chances of living happily ever after...
THE TERRIERS
These guys are as highly vocal as they are tough and robust. They were bred to hunt down and kill small mammals and ironically, are considered to be good with children! They make great watch dogs and are energetic so needs lots of space to play and socialise. Examples: Jack Russell, Airedale, English Fox, Norfolk and Norwich. *Warning* Aggression can develop towards people and other dogs. THE COMPANIONS
These little darlings are ideal for first time buyers and are bred for friendship and comfort. They make excellent family pets and thrive on human interaction and affection. Examples: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Chihuahua, Maltese, Pug, Mini Schnauzer, Toy Poodle, Tibetan Terrier. *Warning* High maintenance in terms of attention.
THE HERDERS
These fellows are bred to assist farmers in moving live stock. They are easy to train (which is why the farmers love them) and are require above average physical activities. They are suitable for experienced dog owners who have the time and experience to meet their often demanding needs. Examples: Corgis, German Shepherd, Kelpie, Australian Cattle Dog, Border Collie, Collies. *Warning* Tendency to nip – may confuse small children with sheep...
THE HAULERS
These guys are mighty strong and can resist extremely cold temperature. They’re bred to pull heavy loads and can work practically all day long. They love human interaction and at the same time are fairly independent. Examples: Alaskan Malamute, Eskimo Dog, Husky, St Bernard, Bernese Mountain Dog. *Warning* Domestic dogs have a tendency to pull on lead.
GUARD DOGS
These guys were originally bred as herding and were later used as entertainment for fighting with bulls and bears. These guys need assertive owners who can keep them on the straight and narrow. They have a tendency to dominate and make excellent guard dogs. The very sight of them is enough to deter would-be intruders! They are moderately easy to train but need to be handled by an experienced owner.
Examples: Boxer, Rottweiler, Doberman, Giant Schnauzer, Bullmastiff, Bull Dog, Great Dane. *Warning* Can be aggressive towards people and dogs.
SCENT HUNTERS
These chaps are bred to use their natural talent for smell to track down prey. Today we use them at airports and in during police operations. They have a tendency to bark and howl when they’ve found a trail and tend to work in groups. They are independent thinkers which can make them difficult to train, although they are still considered to be suitable for first time owners. Only a fraction of these dogs will make it into the police force. Examples: Beagle, Bassett Hound, Foxhound, Dachshund, Dalmatian. *Warning* Excessive drooling in certain breeds, ear infections if not regularly groomed. Ok – so now that you’ve been introduced to the top 6 breeds, it’s time to start weighing up the pros and cons. You can do this by process of elimination.
Once you have narrowed down your selection to perhaps 2 or 3, it may be time to start reading up specifically on these breeds. Look at what their likely medical needs will be and talk to friends and family who have similar breeds. Visit dog parks like and observe how your top 3 breeds interact and hopefully you will be able to make the most informed decision as possible.
Remember that there is no such thing as a perfect breed. Each has their own talents and limitations just as us humans do. The key is to understand your dog as much as possible so you can learn to adapt your communication style to meet their needs.
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