Choose the right dog for you

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Keep socks out of the dog’s reach. Socks are a favorite chew toy for many dogs. Leave them their own chew toys to play with...or some socks that already have holes. You can also put a tennis ball inside a sock, knot it...and voila...a homemade toy that dogs love.

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Evaluate your lifestyle. Are you busy, and always on-the-go? Or do you spend most of your time at home? How old is the youngest family member- and do they know how to treat a dog? Who will take care of the dog? Why do you want a dog? Make sure you a good idea of how your family will contribute to taking care of the dog.

Be certain that this dog fits your lifestyle. Make sure you can keep up with it's grooming, vet, and other needs.

Start looking into if you'll get a male or female. The temperament of each gender varies on which breed you select.

Decide the breed you want and why you want it. If you want an agility dog, you probably won't want a Chihuahua. If you want a hunting dog, don't get a Yorkie. Make sure you know the difference between a show quality dog and a pet dog. If you don't want a show quality dog, buy a pet quality dog. They are much cheaper, and if your not into showing there is no need for one. This won't affect how cute they are

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