It’s an all too familiar scene; a family walks into the pet store to look at the cute kittens and puppies. And when they leave they are the proud owner of one of those cute puppies or kittens. Swept away by the emotions of that cute little dog bouncing in the window or the soft meow of that precious little kitten. We all know that once you hold that cute little puppy that it’s hard to put down. But sometimes an impulsive buy like this can mean a long and hard road of frustration and pain for you and your pet. That is why a family would be better served to spend a little time doing research on the particular breed of dog or cat they are considering as their new family member.
When considering a purebred puppy. One thing you can be sure of is the inherent characteristics of that particular breed. When a family is considering bringing a purebred into their home, they may need to consider the breeds’ characteristics and whether they will suit the family personality. For example, buying a breed of dog that requires lots of exercise and activity when you’re family is not an active family will only result in a pet that is under stimulated and hard to control.
Unfortunately, the number one reason competent pet owners take their pets to the local humane service is because they bought their pet based on emotional decision, rather than an informed one. And now they don’t like the dog they’ve ended up with. What if the shoe was on the other foot and it was the dogs giving up their owners because they didn’t like the way the owners turned out. It doesn’t matter what the problem is, from chewing your shoes or the arm of your leather chair to something major like snapping at your child or attacking other pets. This behavior only increases the frustration level for both the owners and the pets and will result in the breaking of both the owners and the pets’ heart.
Stay smart about your research in particular what breed you want to bring home. If you are interested in buying a Labrador retriever, the last person you want to rely on for that breeds’ information is the person you are buying a puppy from. They have an interest in promoting the sale of their animal they may tell you what you want to hear to help them achieve the sale. Seek out independent sources using places like the Internet or your local library. Contact the AKC or visit their website and look at all the information they have on the particular breed you want. Make sure your research things like size and weight, health problems, amount of exercise and is your breed going to shed a lot. These things are just the tip of the iceberg. So we have provided you a list that you can take with you when you are researching your particular breed.
1. Does the dog shed a lot?
2. How much food will have to buy each month?
3. Are they easily trainable or are you going to exert a lot of effort?
4. Are they easy to potty train?
5. Will a weekly brushing work or do they had to be groomed by a professional groomer?
6. Does the breed bark a lot or only when provoked?
7. Is the breed overly protective?
8. Does the breed require any out of the ordinary care?
9. Is the breed easily socialized?
10. Is the breed temperamental?
11. How big is the breed going to get or how small is it going to stay?
12. Are they a family dog and will they get along with your children?
13. How long can you expect him to be a family member?
Using the tips that we’ve given you here along with your sound judgment should enable you to pick the breed of dog that will best suit you and your family’s personality. Remember to make an informed decision rather than a spur of the moment emotional one. By doing this you and your family will have chosen the best friend of a lifetime you could have and in return you will receive unconditional love.
Bart LeToad
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Great Dane Puppy Buying Tips?
Last time we got a puppy was almost four years ago and I would lime to go over the tips again. We already know what breed, breeder and gender. It is a family friend who bred two pure Great Danes and the puppies are due late January, so will be ready for homes in late March. The mother is Brindle and the father is a Fawn. Both have the more square heads but we aren’t sure if they registered. Registration is not a huge priority though, none of our dogs havebeen registered and they have all been fine. We are looking for tips like choosing a certain puppy from a litter. Oh, and we want a female for sure, we currently have a Blue female who is five years old as of February. She is great with puppies (she has been around a Mini Daschund, Jack Russel/MinPin Mix and a Coalie Mix, as well as an adult Boxer) Tips are appreciated.
Thanks,
Alysha
My daughter is very good with dogs never yells at them only speaks softly to them and they respond so well to her , she had a Great Dane sadly she died but she told me whenever she chooses a dog she always goes for the one that is sitting on its own or quieter, the one that doesn’t mix in so much. I am Jealous of you getting a Great Dane they are beautiful Giants Good luck Alysha
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well other then health tips (but you shouldn’t be concerned with this, the breeders wouldn’t sell you an unhealthy puppy) take your time in choosing. visit the puppies as early as the breeders will let you see them so you can take a look. then you can see what their personalities are really like (since you’ll get to know them after a few visits). ask the owners to email you and keep you updated on new things the puppies are doing. maybe they’ll say that a certain one is very curious and then another is very cuddly.
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If your friends allow it, visit the puppies often, watch how they interact with mom, each other, and you. Sometimes one will just shine for you. Keep in mind that you have another dog at home and think about whether you want a dominant or submissive female. If you want a laid back puppy or an adventurous puppy. If the mom is laid back and good with people being there and they have a positive environment in the litter box, you sit back and watch for awhile then you can see their personalities form. We did this with my current dog and she was the one that was off by herself and did not participate with the others as much. I knew this from the very beginning so I worked hard to socialize her and now she is very outgoing, loves people and other dogs, and is very affectionate and loves to be hugged.
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Buyer Beware- Do’s and Don’ts:
http://www.angelfire.com/anime/gdrsw/buyerbeware.html
ABC’s of buying a purebred puppy, breeder checklist
http://www.danemist.com/ABCs/buyingapurebredpuppy.html
Questions to ask a breeder
http://www.phouka.com/puppy/bdr_questions.html
Different kinds of Breeders
http://www.pupcentral.com/different_kinds_of_breeders.htm
Great Dane Club of America
http://www.gdca.org/
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Breed & Show Great Danes