While choosing a dog, there are several things that
must be kept in mind. The breed size and weight of the dog is very
important. If you want to carry a dog in your lap, you may need a
smaller dog that can sit quietly for long time, while high energy small
dogs are good for traveling and picnics. Giant dogs may eat a lot and
need a lot of exercise but may make good guardian dogs or shepherding
dogs. However, they need more open space to roam about too. While you
may want to buy a highly energetic dog, you may not like to be disturbed
constantly to play with your pet. On the other hand, low-energy dogs may
irritate children for their lack of movement. Different dog breeds have
different exercise requirements.
While some dogs need to do tough activities such as playing football
and rock climbing, others dog can be kept fit by merely a stroll in the
park. There are dog breeds that do not need much exercise at all, and
roaming about in the home is enough for them. There are different
reasons to why a person buys a dog. One should buy the dog keeping this
reason in mind. The length of fur give a complete different look to the
dog and hence, they should also be kept in mind. People who are busy
don't like dogs that demand constant attention or lick them a lot. While
people who are too busy like to see their canine pet thrive by himself
or herself, old people who need love and attention may like dogs who
constantly keep dropping balls into their laps as a gesture to plead to
play with them.
Old people love dogs that are highly affectionate. They love to see
their dogs lick their faces and wag their tails every time they see
them. There are people who do not like to be very intimate to their dogs
and like to keep a distance. Pets who can be trained easily are the ones
that are intelligent, energetic and willing to please. If you have other
pets at home, you may like a dog that is friendly with smaller species
too such as cats and rats. However, if you are buying a dog to keep them
off your place, you may need a dog jealous of other species. Other
things to keep in mind are the strength, boldness, protectiveness and
courage of the dog, how often it needs to be groomed and whether the
particular dog breed will be able to tolerate the temperature of the
place, where it has to live.