subject: Choosing A Puppy: Help For Those Having A Hard Time Choosing A Puppy [print this page] Do you need help about choosing a puppy? You're not alone; there are a lot of people just like you who struggle with choosing a puppy. You don't want to make the wrong choice because this is going to be a very important decision. Plus you don't want to treat puppies like their disposable; after all you're hoping to make them an addition to your family. Even if this isn't your purpose you may be looking to have them as a personal companion, so choosing a puppy that'll suit you is very important. Maybe you want a puppy for one of the following reasons.
1.As a working companion in a particular job
2.For various social reasons
If you're looking for a working companion you're going to need a puppy that will grow up to be big and strong. These dogs will be able to help you out depending on what type of job you have.
If you're looking for them for various social reasons then you may want to go with one that'll get people to look. But most men aren't going to want this; oftentimes you need a puppy that ultimately will be able to help you in some way.
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Some men love to go hunting and having a good hunting dog is very important to them. There are dogs which are wonderful for taking hunting. Scaring pheasants so you can take proper aim at them, and retrieving kills after you've knocked them off. These dogs will require some type of training though, but these types of dogs usually have it in their nature to become this way. Some people tend to forget that dogs are naturally hunters, and no matter how big or small they'll all have this instinct.
Do you want a mixed breed or a purebred when choosing a puppy?
Being able to determine this is important. Some people are very big on having a purebred because they have plans for the puppy in the future. While others prefer mixed breeds because of a certain look or certain qualities they feel this dog may possess. Some advantages and disadvantages are as follows.
Purebred puppy:
You'll know the size and nature of the dog
The may require more attention to their health
They have predictable features
Their characteristics are predictable
There more expensive
Mixed-breed Puppy:
Origin may be unknown
Usually very healthy
Often have unique features
May be no indication of character
Background information may be sparse
Within most peoples budget
As you can see there are advantages and disadvantages to each, so consider all of these things when choosing a puppy. They can save you a lot of trouble down the line. There are a multitude of other things you'll need to consider when choosing a puppy. Take a little more time to educate yourself before you make this important decision.
