Choosing Dogs breed (Part 1)

Choosing Dogs breed : Gundogs

These include Golden Retrieves, Labrador Retrievers, Irish Red Setters, Pointers, Cocker Spaniels, and Springer Spaniels, In general, these dogs are medium-sized and are cheerful and intelligent. They make good family pets, especially Retrievers, which are well known for their gentle nature.

Choosing Dogs breed : Hounds

These include Basset Hounds, Beagles, Bloodhounds, and Irish Wolfhounds. Hounds vary tremendously in size depending on the breed. Basset Hounds can grow to 14 in in height whereas Irish Wolfhounds are about 30 in tall! Hounds are lively and can make good family pets, although some of the larger breeds can need firm handling.

Choosing Dogs breed : Working dogs
These include Boxers, Border Collies, Welsh Corgis, Doberman Pinschers, German Shepherd Dogs, Old English Sheepdogs, Rottweilers, and St. Bernards. Apart from the Corgi which stands at 12 in tall, the dogs in this group are medium to large and need a lot of exercise and control.

Choosing Dogs breed : Handling working dogs
The larger breeds in this group are very strong and can be difficult to handle if not fully trained in obedience skills. Working dogs are generally affectionate and protective toward family members but it is important to get your puppy from a good breeder to make sure it is just as good natured with strangers and other animals.