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Thinking about adopting a dog? Feeling overwhelmed by all the choices with so many dog breeds?

There are more than 150 dog breeds, and each has unique characteristics.

Choosing a dog for you and your family out of all the available dog breeds is quite an overwhelming process to go through. Best breeds of dogs come in all shapes and sizes. Even if you like a particular dog breed for yourself, never forget to consider that breeds natural habitat; for example, a Tibetan mastiff cannot survive in a sub-tropical climate.

While some are better suited to live on a farm, others make great apartment dogs. Some are docile and friendly while others bark or howl a lot. Some may be aggressive and ferocious at times.

Most can adjust to a wide range of climate types, while others can survive only in a specific environment.

If you’re considering getting a dog, check out the breed’s characteristics and match them to your personality and lifestyle.

Decide whether you want a purebred or if you want a mutt, which will exhibit many of the breed’s best traits while having fewer health issues. Decide whether you want a big dog or a small one.

Do you want an independent dog? Or one that sticks to your side?

What’s your energy level? Do you want a dog who needs a lot of exercise or one that is happy snuggling with you on the couch?

All dogs want to be lap dog breeds. Most dogs like to cuddle and use climbing into their owners' laps as a chance to communicate.

Why does my dog sit on me? | Best lap dog breeds

July 23, 2020 posted by

All dogs want to be lap dog breeds. Most dogs like to cuddle and use climbing into their owners’ laps as a chance to communicate.

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Flying with your dog: Be sure to crate train before your trip to ensure he's ready. Don’t assume your dog will be fine with a new crate in a new environment with a lot of loud stuff going on all around them.

Best dog breeds for travel

July 19, 2020 posted by

The best dogs for travel have gentle dispositions, need little exercise, and enjoy being with people. For plane rides, small dogs are best.

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Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers eager to please, energetic, and athletic, which makes training them and playing with them true joy.

The 6 best dog breeds for first-time puppy parents

July 13, 2020 posted by

Before becoming a first-time puppy parent consider the breed before settling on the perfect pup. Every breed was bred for a different purpose.

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Goldendoodles are ideal dogs for first-time owners. They are smart, friendly, and easy to train.

11 things to love about Goldendoodles

July 11, 2020 posted by

Goldendoodles are ideal dogs for first-time owners. They are smart, friendly and easy to train. The dogs typically weigh between 30 to 50 pounds.

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The short-haired deer head Chihuahua has the same body structure but a thinner and shinier coat.

Is a Chihuahua the right dog for you?

July 9, 2020 posted by

Owning a Chihuahua is like having a child who will never grow. These tiny dogs are active, playful, moody, and loving all at the same time.

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The Australian Kelpie was bred to be nimble and quick, and herding sheep is the dog's primary working role. They occasionally are used as family pets.

Is an Australian Kelpie the right dog for you?

July 1, 2020 posted by

The Australian Kelpie was bred to be nimble and quick, and herding sheep is the dog’s primary working role. They occasionally are used as family pets.

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The Rottweiler is as obedient and good-natured as it is strong and powerful. They absolutely love to be with their human parents.

Is a Rottweiler the right dog for you?

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The Rottweiler is as obedient and good-natured as it is strong and powerful. They absolutely love to be with their human parents.

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Survey says: Big dogs more popular than small pups

Survey says: Big dogs more popular than small pups

June 26, 2020 posted by

Big dogs bark less, are child-friendly, and easier to train than most small dogs. Large dogs make excellent pets for families.

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The Jindo is a loyal breed that can be strong-willed and stubborn. The dogs love to protect their territory and loved ones at all costs.

Is a Korean Jindo the right dog for you?

June 21, 2020 posted by

The Jindo is a loyal breed that can be strong-willed and stubborn. The dogs love to protect their territory and loved ones at all costs.

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The poodle is easy to train, loads of fun, and quite energetic.They like to be with people most of the time and definitely hate being in a kennel.

Is a poodle the right dog for you?

June 13, 2020 posted by

The poodle is easy to train, loads of fun, and quite energetic.They like to be with people most of the time and definitely hate being in a kennel.

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The Irish setter needs lots of exercise and is a good match for active kids.

Is an Irish Setter the right dog for you?

June 12, 2020 posted by

The Irish Setter needs an attentive owner who will work to train the dog. This breed is smart and agile and does well in competitive sports.

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The Saint Bernard is an intelligent, gentle giant. The breed's patience and protectiveness make them great with children.

Is a Saint Bernard the right dog for you?

June 8, 2020 posted by

The Saint Bernard is an intelligent, gentle giant. The breed’s patience and protectiveness make them great with children.

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The Elite Boerboel dog breed, also known as South African Mastiff, is a loyal dog known for protecting their homes and families.

4 great reasons to own an Elite Boerboel dog breed

June 5, 2020 posted by

The Elite Boerboel dog breed, also known as South African Mastiff, is a loyal dog known for protecting their homes and families.

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The Keeshond's intelligence makes it extremely easy to train, the dogs learn quickly and are usually willing to follow commands.

Is a Keeshond the right dog for you?

May 26, 2020 posted by

The Keeshond is easily recognizable for its dense coat, the curled up to the back tail, and a mask that covers part of its face.

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Boxers are known as "eternal babies" for their positivity and joy. Although it is essential to teach them basic obedience from a young age, the truth is that they usually have little trouble learning.

Is a Boxer the right dog for you?

May 25, 2020 posted by

Boxers are friendly dogs that are athletic and powerful, an instinctive guardian who is protective of his family. They are not known for aggression.

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German shepherd puppies are energetic and playful.

German Shepherd puppy checklist: 5 essential items

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German shepherd puppy checklist: Get the items you need to keep your puppy safe and healthy including chew toys, crate, bed, collar, and leash.

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The dogs also can suffer from Shar-Pei Fever, a hereditary disease characterized by high fever and inflammation of the muzzle and extremities. 

Is a Shar-Pei the right dog for you?

May 24, 2020 posted by

The Shar-Pei is affectionate and intelligent and known for its distinctive skin folds. The dogs make great companions for children.

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Affenpinschers are affectionately called "little black devils" because of their restlessness.

Is an Affenpinscher the right dog for you?

May 23, 2020 posted by

The Affenpinscher is the smallest of the pinscher breed and is one of the oldest dog breeds along with the Chow Chow, Pekinese, and Siberian Husky.

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Both the American and English Bulldog have massive heads with a wrinkled face featuring a pushed-in nose and undershot jaw. The dogs have a small pelvis and a distinctive "screw" tail. The major difference is American bulldogs have longer legs and are considered more athletic than their English cousins. 

Is a Bulldog the right dog for you?

May 19, 2020 posted by

The Bulldog is a massive yet compact dog of dignified stature, with a fierce expression that belies the breed’s kind and affectionate nature.

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Yorkie puppies are black and tan when they are born. As the dog matures, the black becomes a dark steel blue color, and the tan hairs lighten along the length of the tresses.

Is a Yorkie the right dog for you?

May 19, 2020 posted by

Despite their small size, the Yorkshire terrier has a big dog attitude. Yorkies have long, silky fur that’s a unique steel blue combined with a golden tan.

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