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Basic Dog Facts Every Dog Lover Should Know

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Very few people can honestly say they don’t like cute little puppies and dogs, both young
and old. Before you get your own new canine friend, there are some things that you
should know, just general facts that can boost your dog knowledge and make you a better
pet owner.

All dogs, no matter how cute and cuddly, were at one time predators in the wild. Dogs
still have some of this in their nature, no matter how much you pet them and love them,
they could at one time turn on you or someone you love. Not to say that dogs are bad, but
this is something that every dog owner should know ahead of time.

Each individual breed of dog has its own unique personality traits and features, so it
would benefit you to do your homework well, when looking for your own perfect dog. If
you are someone who does not have a lot of patience and does not like a lot of noise, then
odds are you don’t want to get one of the small dogs that seem to have boundless energy
and likes to yip all of the time. If you want a loving, loyal dog, then you might want to
think about going with a Golden Retriever or Collie, but again, it is your ultimate choice
to make. The important thing is that you keep in mind your own personality traits when
choosing a dog, to make certain you choose a breed that you can likely get along well
with.

If you have children in the family, you need to be extra careful. No matter what you have
heard about dogs, some of them just can’t deny their violent predatory nature. When
choosing a dog that will be around your children, you want to make certain you pick one
that will tolerate the tail pulling, hugs, and rough housing that children often subject their
pets to.

If you are looking for a dog that you can dress up, fixing its hair and putting it in frilly
clothes, then you need to look for a dog that has a lot of hair, and is small enough for you
to lug around. You should also choose a dog, such as a Poodle, that won’t mind this
treatment.

Some people get dogs for protection, and if that is what you are looking for, you should
make certain you get a dog that won’t be welcoming to unwelcome guests. Some dog
breeds are just naturally loving and friendly to everyone they meet, and while they fit
well into the family, they just are not very good at protecting. After all, you don’t want
your guard dog licking the face of the burglar who is trying to get into your home.

Some dogs, because of their predatory nature, should only be owned by certified breeders
and trainers. These dogs placed into untrained hands could potentially do a lot of damage;
even take someone’s life if not handled properly. Typical breeds that fit into this pattern
are the Pit Bulls and Rottweilers, notorious for mauling children, especially.

When you decide to add a dog into your family, you should not just choose the one that
you think is the prettiest or cutest. You need to remember that all dogs have the potential
to be aggressive predators, and choose the dog that will be the best fit for your home and
family. Once you have chosen the dog you want, you still have an uphill battle, because
you have to learn how to care for him properly.

Originally posted 2010-02-07 09:02:37. Republished by Blog Post Promoter

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