There are generally three ways to select the family dog:
-Many people select the family dog based on their experiences with dogs from their past. They may have a fond memory of a dog once owned by someone they knew or of a family dog owned by their family when they were children, and that’s it –the selection process is over! That’s certainly one way to do it.
-Another way many people select a family dog is by going to a pet store or an animal shelter and taking a walk past the cages; they’re all so special, its almost guaranteed that you’ll fall in love with one of them. This method, as easy as it is, is so much easier when you have your children along; dogs seem to know just how to behave to steal a child’s heart.
-The third method is less heart-warming but it’s probably the surest way to select a family dog that is just right for your family — its called ‘considering all the factors.’
Considering All The Factors
Before deciding on the dog that will become a part of your home and family there are several questions that you’ll need to ask yourself and honestly...