Do Some Research Beforehand When Acquiring A Dog

If you are thinking about getting a golden retriever

, make sure you do your research beforehand. Different breeds are cared for in different ways, and you should make sure that a golden retriever is the best match for you and your lifestyle before buying one.

Find out about the disposition of your preferred breed. If you won energetic and active dog that you can play Frisbee with and go for runs around the neighborhood, don't purchase a breed that is known for lolling around the house lazily and sleeping all day.

Grooming is another thing to consider when buying a dog. A lot of people don't have the time to spend hours brushing and clipping their dog's hair. People like this should invest in a low maintenance breed that does not require much grooming Attention also, people may not want to go for extensive walks; you may prefer to just walk outside for a few minutes and come back in. If this is the case, you do not want a breed that needs plenty of exercise. A frustrated dog can become rather destructive.

It's important to know about how to care for dogs before you buy them. Some people are blindsided by the amount of responsibility that comes with owning a dog, and such people always end up giving their dogs up to the pound where, if they aren't lucky, they could be euthanized. These tragedies could be avoided if people just picked up how-to books from their local pet stores and learned a little bit before they bought dogs.

Make sure the dog is up to date on all of its shots and immunizations before you buy it. This is important to avoid being stuck with a sickly animal; you want a strong, healthy dog that will live a long time.

All dogs should be spayed or neutered if you do not intend to breed them. This prevents unwanted dogs from being born and ending up in the pound, seized by animal control and destined for euthanasia.

Knowing about the trainability of your chosen breed is also important. Many dogs get sent to the hounds simply because their owners are too frustrated and impatient to train them properly. Some breeds are harder to train than others; do not get a hardheaded breed if you know you will not have the patience for it.

Some breeds also run into health complications at some point in their lives. It's important to know this so you can be prepared, and awareness can help you provide the proper living conditions for your pet.

by: David Johnson...

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