Dog ownership is one of life's most rewarding experiences. Dogs make wonderful companions and friends, and can add a great deal of love and joy to your home and family. Before you begin your search for a canine companion for your family, it is very important to do your homework to ensure that the dog breed you choose is a good match for your lifestyle and family.
Please consider adopting a dog from your local shelter or animal rescue. There are many excellent dogs looking for someone to love them.
Here is some information on a few breeds:
Airedale Terrier - Loving, clownish, happy and gregarious with a true zest for life, these dogs make extraordinary companions, and are particularly fond of children. A fenced yard is a must. Airedale Terrier Stuffed Dog
American Cocker Spaniel - An inseparable friend of children, and respectful of its master's authority without much challenge. Merry and endearing, this happy tail wagger is gentle, trusting, intelligent, lively, playful and devoted. Cockers get along well with cats and other animals, and make exceptional family pets. Cocker Spaniel Stuffed Dog
Basset Hound - Basset Hounds are a great choice for families with children. They require a good walk every day to keep them fit and happy. A fenced yard is an absolute must. Basset Hound Stuffed Dog
Beagle - Extremely popular among dog lovers as a loyal, trusted and cherished family companion. Beagles love to sniff, snack and snooze! They also like to travel, and adapt well to new experiences and surroundings. Beagles do well with children. A fenced yard is recommended. Beagle Stuffed Dog
Bernese Mountain Dog - They are intelligent, affectionate, loyal and protective. They make wonderful family pets. They need a lot of exercise, so a large, fenced yard and plenty of vigorous exercise are musts. Bernese Mountain Dog Stuffed Dog
Bichon Frise - Need minimal exercise, making them an ideal choice for apartment dwellers and dog lovers with limited mobility. Their grooming needs are a bit more demanding. The Bichon Frise makes a wonderful pet for singles, as well as families with well-behaved, older children. Also, since they do not shed, they are a good choice for dog-lovers with allergies. Bichon Frise Stuffed Dog
Dachshund - Tenacious, clever, lively and courageous, with all the senses well-developed. Dachshunds can be very good with children, provided they are socialized properly when they are puppies. They require a daily walk to stay in good health. Dachshund Stuffed Dog
Golden Retriever - They have a sunny disposition and make a loyal, affectionate and trustworthy companion. They adore children and get along well with other dogs and family pets. A large yard is recommended. Golden Retriever Stuffed Dog
Maltese - Affectionate, intelligent and sturdy, and loves to romp and play - especially with children. Grooming requirements for the Maltese are fairly intensive. A great choice for elderly, disabled people, or apartment dwellers since their exercise needs are minimal. Maltese Stuffed Dog
Old English Sheepdog - Wonderful family pets who love children. If kept long, the coat needs a thorough daily brushing to keep it shiny and tangle-free. They are dependable family protectors, and are best suited to country living and plenty of room to run out of doors. Old English Sheepdog Stuffed Dog
Saint Bernard - Good-natured giants who are world renowned for their long history of life-saving. Excellent watchdogs and good family dogs. Their coats need brushing at least three times a week and their eyes need to be cleaned regularly. They require lots of space and lots of exercise. Saint Bernard Stuffed Dog
Yorkshire Terrier - Intelligent, playful, loyal and affectionate. They make wonderful pets for singles, couples, elderly and disabled people who are at home much of the time. They are not suitable for young children because they are quite dainty and can easily be injured. Daily brushing is essential. Exercise needs are minimal. Yorkshire Terrier Stuffed Dog
