How to Choose the right puppy for your family

How to pick the right puppy out of a litter for your family

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Observation

1. 

   When you go to see a puppy for the first time, Observe, the first puppies that run up and say "pick me" are going to be very active and prone to become troublesome and bored. They need to be over stimulated with a high energy family. Puppies like this need extra attention, best home for these pups are busy homes with a lot of attention to give. Young children would be good,(keep in mind breed size and child's age)A great dane and a 3yr old might cause a few problems.

2. 

   Next you will notice the pups that want to come see you but are not sure about you yet. These pups tend to be laid back and east going, they don't seem to mind having a little more alone time. Best suited for the more laid back households working families and children.

3. The shy puppy, well this is the one who will scream and yip when you try to pick it up or run from you. These little guys tend to be very sweet and tend to be the ones who "tinkle" when excited. Best suited for the quieter home, Adults and older less stimulating homes, this type of pup could turn out to be a "fear biter" if he grows up scared and nervous.

4. 

   Last but not least, My personal favorite, the one who stays back and doesn't move but watches your every move, this is my pick for the best obedient, easy trainable with a strong desire to please the owner. I find these pups turn out best with one or two owner homes. These pups tend to be very intuitive with their owner, not all litters produce this personality, These pups will do well in any family situation. Consider them the "Guardian" of the family.

Tips & Warnings

• Remember, this is going to be a family member, Pick one that fits in with your family and you will have an enjoyable time together.
• Please be cautious when choosing the right breed of dog for your family, Large and Small breed dogs can cause problems with young children, Large dogs may knock your kids down all the time, small ones could get hurt from an accidental step on or drop,

[pappy537]

on 8/18/2008 Great stuff, I picked Maggie Mae from instinct, she has a little of all these traits. Best pal I ever had. Thanks

[gatorgirl182]

on 8/13/2008 5 Stars! thanks!

[MarlaineMarie]

on 8/12/2008 I agree with the things you said. The last step is - let your "knowing" kick in and feel the potential bond. If you don't feel the potential - search some more! Don't settle!

[taskeinc]

on 8/6/2008 Nice article, so very true. I had a poodle named Tiff for 15 years. You're right, compatibility is crucial .. thanks for sharing ..